The park is officially maintained by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) as part of their urban greening initiative.
Major Pradeep Tathawade, the park's namesake, was a recipient of the Sena Medal for gallantry.
The park layout specifically incorporates a 400-meter-equivalent jogging track used by local athletics enthusiasts.
It is situated on land formerly associated with the development of the Karve Nagar residential corridor.
Shahid Major Pradeep Tathawade Park is a prominent urban green space located in the Karve Nagar area of Pune, managed by the Pune Municipal Corporation. The park is named in honor of Major Pradeep Tathawade, who was martyred in 2000 during a counter-insurgency operation in Jammu and Kashmir. The grounds feature a dedicated jogging track that is a focal point for the local residential community. The landscape includes maintained lawns, ornamental shrubbery, and diverse tree cover, offering a break from the surrounding urban density. It serves as a significant recreational hub for families, joggers, and senior citizens within the Hingne Budrukh locality.
The memorial plaque and statue dedicated to Major Pradeep Tathawade near the main entrance.
Bring your own water bottle as on-site vending can be inconsistent.
Visit during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat, as the track is mostly exposed.
Carry identification if you plan to use the organized fitness facilities.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of the afternoon; do not stray into restricted landscaping zones.
Maintain silence near the memorial area; keep noise levels low; dispose of waste in provided bins.
