India, Dec. 27 -- The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has permitted political campaigns at over 200 locations ahead of the voting on January 15. Nearly one-third of these locations are in Hadapsar, Mundhwa, Kondhwa, and Kharadi.

These areas have the highest number of new voters. They also have dense housing and a large migrant workforce. This makes them key targets for local campaigning. Old city areas have been given fewer venues due to space limits and traffic concerns.

Other areas include squares and school premises in Shivajinagar, Bhavani Peth, Kasba Peth, Parvati, Kothrud, Yerwada, Dhanori, Wanowrie, Aundh, Bibwewadi, Warje and Malwadi. Meetings will be allowed in the morning or afternoon.

Inspectors from the anti-encroachment d...