Pune: 1300 Years in 10 Minutes (700 AD–2026) — The Complete Evolution

From an 8th-century agricultural settlement and the cradle of the invincible Maratha Empire to India's thriving "Oxford of the East" and a powerhouse global AI hub—Pune’s journey is an extraordinary story of pride, intellect, and innovation! 🏰➡️🏙️ Journey across 1,300 years of royal Maratha glory, colonial cantonments, ground-breaking social reform, the automotive explosion, and the modern digital revolution. Witness how Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the mighty Peshwas at Shaniwar Wada, the industrial pioneers of Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the IT techies of Hinjewadi each shaped Pune's unique soul, culture, and skyline—and see what the city looks like today in 2026. 📌 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 : Intro: Deccan Ke Pahaaron Se Global Tech Tak 00:53 : 8th Century: 'Punnaka' Se Shuruat 01:10 : 17th Century: Shivaji Maharaj Aur Lal Mahal Ki Buniyaad 01:43 : 1730: Peshwa Daur Aur Shaniwar Wada Ki Shaan 02:32 : 1818: British Hukumat Aur Monsoon Capital Ka Roop 03:17 : 1885: 'Oxford Of The East' Aur Taaleem Ka Inqilab 03:59 : 1942: Azadi Ki Tehreek Aur Aga Khan Palace 04:44 : 1960s - 1970s: Automobile Boom 05:26 : 1970s: Osho Ashram Aur Global Culture 06:13 : 1990s: IT Revolution Aur Hinjewadi Ka Jadoo 06:57 : 2020: COVID-19 Aur Vaccine Ka Global Savior (Covishield) 07:47 : 21st Century: Startups, Gaming Aur Nayi Soch Ka Markaz 08:27 : Modern Infrastructure, Vibe Aur Puneri Mizaaj 09:03 : Outro: Aapki Favorite Yaad? 📌 ABOUT THIS SERIES: Then & Now Cities takes you on visual journeys through time, showing how the world's greatest cities have evolved — from their historic roots to their modern-day marvels. Subscribe and hit the bell for more! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more city evolution stories! #pune #punehistory #thenandnow #cityevolution #oxfordoftheeast #shaniwarwada #marathaempire #urbantransformation #timetravel #punethenvsnow #pune2026 #maharashtra Disclaimer: The content on this channel is created for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about cities around the world, including historical and modern comparisons, some visuals and data may be based on publicly available sources, artistic interpretations, or estimates. We do not claim ownership of all media used; all rights belong to their respective owners. If you own any content featured and wish to have it removed or credited properly, please contact us directly.