PMC Flower Show 2026: 44th Annual Exhibition To Bloom At Sambhaji Garden On Feb 14-15
PUNE: Nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts in the city have a reason to cheer as the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has officially announced the dates for its most-awaited horticultural event. The 44th Annual Fruits, Flowers, and Vegetable Exhibition is set to take place on February 14 and 15, 2026, at the iconic Chhatrapati Sambhajiraje Garden on JM Road.
A Grand Celebration of PMC Foundation Day
Organized by the PMC Garden Department and the Tree Authority, this exhibition is a long-standing tradition to mark the civic body’s foundation day. Beyond the visual spectacle, the primary goal of the PMC Flower Show 2026 is to foster environmental awareness and educate citizens on the vital role of urban greenery.
According to Garden Superintendent Dr. Ashok Ghorpade, the event will feature a massive array of exotic flora spread across 12 main sections and 38 sub-sections. Visitors can expect to see stunning varieties of Roses, Dahlias, Orchids, Anthuriums, and Gerberas in full bloom.
Key Highlights: From Bonsai to Sustainable Art
The Sambhaji Garden Flower Exhibition is not just about displays; it is a competitive platform for the city’s best green thumbs. Major attractions this year include:
- Special Exhibits: Replicas of various garden types and rare medicinal plant collections.
- Creative Competitions: Wood carvings (Kashta Shilpa), paper art, and decorative potted plant arrangements.
- Bonsai & Photography: A dedicated gallery featuring nature biodiversity photography and a showcase by the “Friends of Bonsai.”
- Environmental Themes: This year’s show will highlight “Majhi Vasundhara” (My Earth) and promote the use of bicycles to reduce the city’s carbon footprint.
Participation by Elite Institutions
The 2026 edition continues to see participation from prestigious organizations including the National Defence Academy (NDA), College of Military Engineering (CME), the Forest Department, and Tilak Ayurved College. These institutions will compete alongside various PMC departments like Solid Waste Management and the Rajiv Gandhi Zoo.
Shopping and Logistics for Visitors
For those looking to start their own kitchen garden, the exhibition will host several stalls selling fruit saplings, flower seeds, organic fertilizers, and modern gardening tools.
Event Details at a Glance:
- Dates: February 14 & 15, 2026
- Venue: Chhatrapati Sambhajiraje Garden, JM Road, Shivajinagar.
- Inauguration: February 14 at 11:00 AM.
- Timings: 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM (Both days).
- Entry Fee: Free for all citizens.
- Prize Distribution: February 15 at 5:00 PM.
With the event falling on a weekend, the PMC administration has appealed to Punekars to visit in large numbers. To avoid traffic snarls on JM Road, visitors are encouraged to use the designated parking areas near the riverbed.
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