India being one of the fastest growing markets in the world attracts many international brands having a huge worldwide presence. According to a report published by ‘The Economic Times’ in January 2018, India has emerged as the 5th most attractive market for investments and the optimism over global economic growth is at a record high. With the worldwide popularity of the current Prime minister of India, more countries than ever are willing to amplify their presence here.

Pune, one of the most economically crucial cities in India, houses some of the biggest names in the business from various industrial sectors. With its proximity to markets and other major cities such as Mumbai (Financial capital of India), and a climate conducive to people of all nationalities, it is rapidly attracting more and more industries.


If you are an outsider in the state of Maharashtra, searching for an apt midc plot for sale in Pune, then you will be faced with a lot of questions. Of course, your consultants would help you get through the legal procedures and provide you with the market analysis required to get the business up & running. However, these below pointers will help you understand more about the lesser-known factors which may influence your decision while looking for an industrial land for lease in Pune.

1. Ease of availability of resources

The role of good resources cannot be underestimated in the success of an organization. Pune naturally produces and attracts a huge workforce each year owing to the number of educational institutes and industries. Having said that, Pune has vast geography with a diverse population and the resources are not distributed equally. Moreover, traveling in Indian cities is a time-consuming affair, so people prefer to work nearby. Hence, it only makes sense to set up your unit in an area having a significant concentration of industry-specific resources. Khed city is one such area surrounded with well-known names from the automobile, electronic, mechanical and other sectors providing a huge workforce. This eases the availability of resources.


2. Land litigation issues with the plot

There have been many horrid instances where a certain piece of land was sold to more than one owner. There are times when a disputed property is sold illegally without informing the buyer about the dispute. Being a part of such disputed property means to get dragged into endless hearings in courts, expenses, and a potentially unclear future. The best way to avoid this is to buy a plot in a registered and legally clear industrial area. As such, It is much more safe to work in an already established industrial city or park than buying MIDC land on your own.


3. Mathadi extortion Issue

Another irksome issue is that of the labor union called the ‘Mathadi’ which literally translates as ‘head loader’. In the state of Maharashtra, the mathadis were organized under a welfare board, set up in compliance to the Maharashtra Hamal, Mathadi and other unprotected workers, under the fear that these workers would lose their livelihood. This act requires companies to hire Mathadis to transport goods even when they can have their own workforce. But the real problem is, you have to pay them even when you don’t hire them. For instance, while offloading load transported from a certain location to your site, the mathadi workers won’t let the transporters unload unless they pay a hefty sum generally a few thousand rupees. This can potentially become a recurring headache and a hindrance in running a smooth business. However, such issues are seldom faced by those who opt for land in a secure industrial area such as Khed city, as they have their own security and connections in the surrounding areas to ensure safety.


4. Add-on Facilities and Infrastructure:

While looking for a plot, it is also important to look for security, health care and other convenience facilities for the general well being of the employees. These services may or may not be readily available on a regular MIDC plot. However, Khed City has an upper hand in this context. With a well-planned infrastructure and futuristic facilities, Khed city has a self-sustaining architecture making it one of the best industrial zone in Maharashtra. Services such as healthcare, water supply, drainage, electricity, police station, gas station, fire brigade, recreational parks, gymnasiums, grocery, and so many other features make Khed city an established township.


If you take cognizance of the above 4 pointers, you will surely be able to reap maximum benefits out of your investment!