Even after facing strong objection from the Congress, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) health department is firm on its stand of privatisation of five hospitals due to shortage of funds and absence of specialised doctors. The tendering process has already begun and after they are finalised, they will be sent to the General Body (GB) for a final approval.

In private hands: Five civic hospitals, including the one shown above in Wanwadi, will be privatised due to lack of funds