Pune · India

Pune has more educational institutions per capita than any other Indian city.

Known as India's Oxford, Pune's concentration of schools, colleges, and research centers creates an education-first culture that benefits families at every stage.

How Pune differs from India

Pune is cooler, greener, and more manageable than Mumbai (just 3 hours away). Strong Maharashtrian culture, IT parks attracting global companies, and a youthful energy from its massive student population.

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Family-friendly neighborhoods

Koregaon Park — upscale, Osho ashram area, cafés, expat-friendly, central Kalyani Nagar — modern, IT professionals, family apartments, riverside Aundh — well-planned, university area, excellent schools, growing dining scene Baner — IT corridor, newer developments, family condos, good infrastructure Kothrud — established residential, green, excellent schools, family-oriented

Expat community

Size: Growing — IT industry brings international families; significant returning NRI community

Resources: Pune Expats, InterNations Pune, international school parent networks

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