PUNE INDUSTRIAL AND WAREHOUSING SECTOR- Year 2025 & 2026

In 2025, Pune’s industrial and warehousing sector hit record absorption levels, driven by the Chakan–Talegaon cluster and major PMRDA projects. Looking ahead to 2026, companies like Welspun One and a wave of startups are expected to launch large-scale logistics and industrial developments, cementing Pune’s role as a national powerhouse.

Performance in 2025

  • Historic absorption: Pune recorded 11.2 million sq. ft. of industrial and warehousing absorption in 2025, a 36.6% year-on-year growth, the highest in India.
  • Sector split: Industrial facilities dominated with an 81:19 ratio compared to warehousing.
  • Cluster dominance: The Chakan–Talegaon belt contributed 71% of total absorption, reaffirming its position as Pune’s industrial hub.
  • Transactions: Over 250 land and leasing deals were completed, showing strong investor confidence.
  • Rental trends: Average rentals across top cities, including Pune, remained stable at ₹18–31 per sq. ft. per month.

Major Projects Launched in 2025

  • PMRDA’s ₹33,700 crore master plan: Announced in late 2025, this initiative covers 208 projects across Hinjewadi, Chakan, Talegaon, Pirangut, and Ranjangaon. It aims to integrate industrial growth with urban infrastructure.
  • Infrastructure upgrades: Metro extensions, ring roads, and airport development projects are underway, boosting connectivity for industrial corridors.
  • Private sector activity: Several industrial houses expanded manufacturing and logistics footprints, particularly in auto, EV, and IT-linked supply chains.

Outlook for 2026

Top Players Expected to Launch Projects

  • Welspun One: Plans a Grade-A logistics park in Talegaon, spread over 1.2 million sq. ft., with an investment of ₹550 crore.
  • Startups & new entrants: Pune’s thriving startup ecosystem in logistics, EVs, and agri-tech is expected to drive demand for flexible warehousing solutions.
  • Global & domestic developers: With PMRDA’s industrial overhaul, more players from real estate and logistics are anticipated to enter Pune’s market in 2026

Strategic Importance

  • Pune’s industrial sector is evolving from manufacturing-centric to logistics-integrated, aligning with India’s push for supply chain efficiency.
  • The Chakan–Talegaon corridor will remain the epicentre, but Ranjangaon and Hinjewadi are emerging as secondary hubs.
  • With stable rentals and rising absorption, Pune is positioned as one of India’s most attractive destinations for industrial and warehousing investments
Cluster2025 Absorption Share2026 Outlook
Chakan–Talegaon71%Remains dominant; Welspun One project
Ranjangaon~15%Growth in FMCG & e-commerce warehousing
Hinjewadi~7%IT-logistics & data centre expansion
Pirangut~3%SME-driven growth
Pimpri-Chinchwad~4%Steady industrial activity

The year 2025 marked a record-breaking phase for Pune’s industrial and warehousing sector, with strong absorption, landmark PMRDA projects, and infrastructure push. In 2026 completion of part of Ring Road project, entry of Welspun One’s logistics park and the entry of new-age startups are expected to further accelerate growth. Pune is not just keeping pace with India’s industrial expansion it is setting its own benchmark.

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