Documenting my observations of Pune. Some comparisons with Mumbai also may come up.
Chain-snatching incidents seem to be a problem in Pune. The price of gold is one reason. Fights between small gangs seem to be a problem also as compared to Mumbai. However overall I have seen more aggresive behaviour from people in Mumbai than in Pune.
Traffic seems free flowing as compared to Mumbai. And also roads in our area “seem” wider than Mumbai roads. Regardless of the driving style of folks, its a miracle that I dont see as many accidents happening as one would expect with such driving style. 🙂
Despite good rains, Pune is facing 20% water cuts starting March. In newspaper they were recommending Silicon Valley Govt Organizations w.r.t water management.
Life is little slower as compared to Mumbai and that is a good thing. In Mumbai everyone is rushing to catch something. However the night life is dull as compared to Mumbai. And transportation options are very poor compared to Mumbai. You better have your own vehicle in Pune.
Winter was not at all that severe in Pune as we had expected. Jackets and comforters were not required at all.
Rickshaw wallahs are more crooked here in Pune then in Mumbai. Here they overcharge frequently.
Most restaurant chains have opened in Pune.
Lot of places nearby for a Day trip or weekend getaway(Lonavala, Panchgani,etc).
Only abt 2 hours from Vashi….(It sometimes takes us abt 2.5 hours to travel between Kandivali and Matunga).
Fortunately many US Kutchi Returns living in the same complex 🙂