CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN PIMPRI CHINCHWAD AND PUNE REGION

Tourism holds significant potential to drive economic growth, job creation, cultural exchange, and urban development in rapidly urbanizing Indian cities. This paper examines the current state of tourism development in PCMC (Pimpri-Chinchwad) and Pune city, identifies key challenges hindering its growth, and highlights emerging opportunities, especially under recent policy plans by district authorities. Through reviewing scholarly research, municipal reports and recent tourism-development initiatives, outline of a roadmap for sustainable and inclusive tourism that leverages both heritage and adventure assets, while addressing infrastructural, social, and institutional constraints. This study examines the current status of tourism and hospitality in PCMC and Pune, highlights challenges such as environmental sustainability and infrastructure gaps, and identifies opportunities for growth, including the promotion of offbeat destinations by fostering sustainable practices and leveraging technology.