Pune civic body launches QR system to help more residents choose eco-friendly cremations over traditional wood pyres
Indian Express·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Pune Municipal Corporation launched a QR code system to help residents access electric and gas cremation facilities instead of traditional wood pyres. QR codes distributed across hospitals enable quick location of nearby eco-friendly crematoriums. Currently, 50 percent of cremations in Pune use eco-friendly methods. PMC operates 75 crematoriums, with 21 offering gas and electric options. Services are free to residents. Officials expect the initiative to increase eco-friendly cremation adoption and reduce pollution.
Key Entities
Pune Municipal CorporationDeenanath Mangeshkar HospitalManisha ShekatkarVaikuntha Crematoriumelectric cremationgas cremation