{
  "id": 2741112,
  "title": "Pune: PMC Begins Demolition Of Long-Unused JM Road Parking Facility, New Multi-Level Parking Still Uncertain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/pune-pmc-begins-demolition-of-long-unused-jm-road-parking-facility",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-23T06:54:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/pune/pune-pmc-begins-demolition-of-long-unused-jm-road-parking-facility-new-multi-level-parking-still-uncertain"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Pune, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has begun the demolition of a long-unused multi-level parking facility on JM Road. This decision has finally put an end to years of uncertainty surrounding the structure. The demolition site is located near Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Garden, and it has also caused some disruption to accessibility near the Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Metro station. One of the station's entry-exit points has been temporarily closed for safety reasons, and commuters are advised to use the alternate entrance on the opposite side of JM Road or the entry-exit point near Balgandharva Rangmandir.\n\nThe PMC had approved the demolition proposal during its General Body meeting last month. The multi-level parking facility, originally designed for mechanized parking, had remained unused for several years. Despite the civic administration exploring the possibility of repairing and restarting the structure, an inspection revealed that it was not suitable for continued parking use. Moreover, the parking slots were too small for many modern vehicles, particularly larger cars and SUVs, making it difficult for the PMC to economically revive the existing facility.\n\nThe question of parking in the area remains unresolved following the removal of the old facility. The PMC has not yet approved plans for a new parking facility at the site. However, officials are currently examining options for multi-level parking in and around JM Road. This issue is particularly significant for motorists, as JM Road, FC Road, and the Deccan Gymkhana area often face parking shortages. Regular visitors and residents have urged the PMC to plan a modern multi-level parking facility in the area, as it could help reduce parking pressure and generate revenue for the civic body. Ajay Kale, a regular visitor to JM Road, noted that if planned and operated properly, such a facility could provide relief to motorists and generate significant revenue for the PMC.",
  "summary": "Pune: The long-unused multi-level parking facility on JM Road is finally being dismantled by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), bringing an end to years of uncertainty over the structure. The demolition is being carried out near Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Garden. The work has also affected access to the nearby metro station. One of the entry-exit points of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Metro…",
  "key_points": [
    "Pune PMC starts demolition of unused JM Road parking facility",
    "New multi-level parking uncertain, plans under examination",
    "JM Road parking shortage remains significant concern"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}