A recent study commissioned by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has highlighted a significant parking shortage on major roads such as Jungli Maharaj Road and Fergusson College Road during peak hours. Conducted by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) India and Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU), the study assessed traffic volumes, parking occupancy, and user perceptions. It found that the lack of adequate parking has resulted in illegal parking practices, footpath obstructions, and increased traffic congestion. Dinkar Gojare, chief engineer of PMC’s project department, emphasized the initiative's goal of reclaiming public space through efficient parking management. The report suggests that implementing a well-structured paid parking system across approximately 300 kilometers of PMC roads could yield nearly ₹230 crore in annual revenue, while also improving parking discipline and reducing congestion. Following the report's submission in May 2026, PMC and traffic police are expected to introduce parking policy reforms aimed at creating safer and more organized streets.