{
  "id": 5344986,
  "title": "Pune: ₹18.60 Crore Modernisation Plan Approved For Pimpri-Chinchwad’s Appu Ghar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/pune-18-60-crore-modernisation-plan-approved-for-pimpri-chinchwads",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T13:47:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/pune/pune-1860-crore-modernisation-plan-approved-for-pimpri-chinchwads-appu-ghar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has approved an ₹18.60 crore modernisation plan for the popular amusement park, Appu Ghar, located in Nigdi. This decision was made during the municipal corporation's general body meeting on Wednesday, as announced by BJP MLA Mahesh Landge on X.\n\nThe modernisation project encompasses a variety of enhancements to Appu Ghar, including the introduction of new attractions such as a Log Flume, Kids Roller Coaster, 360-degree Immersive Dome, a Niagara-style artificial waterfall, and a VR Zone. The plan also includes improvements to existing facilities, such as food courts, restrooms, and CCTV security systems.\n\nAdditionally, the civic body has extended the lease of M/s Pushpak Amusements for a two-year period, followed by a further 15-year extension under revised rent rates. This extension aims to support the park's operations and maintenance.\n\nAppu Ghar, which has been a well-loved family destination in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune for decades, is named after Appu, the elephant mascot of the 1982 Asian Games. The park began operations in 1992 and has been a significant recreational space for the community. The modernisation plan reflects the BJP's commitment to enhancing Pimpri-Chinchwad as a premier tourism and entertainment destination.",
  "summary": "Pimpri-Chinchwad: A ₹18.60 crore modernisation plan has been approved for Appu Ghar, the popular amusement park in Nigdi, Pimpri-Chinchwad. The decision was taken during the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation’s general body meeting on Wednesday, according to Bhosari BJP MLA Mahesh Landge. Landge announced the decision on X and said the project would give a major boost to tourism and…",
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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."
}