The second-biggest city in Maharashtra, a large state in western India, Pune is the administrative capital and the eight-largest populace in the whole of India. It is also widely known for its manufacturing industry which has helped bring the city’s economy to the level that it enjoys now. The city appeared on the scene during the 17th century, and became a cantonment town under the rule of British India. After the independence of India, the city became famous for educational institutions, with over a hundred at last count. Moreover, its manufacturing facilities, especially for automotive assembly is one of its famous industries as well. Along with the rest of India, the city is also rising in the industry of information technology. (more…)