India, Nov. 7 -- Vehicle registrations in Pune declined 16.2% during the Diwali festive period this year compared to the corresponding period last year, indicating subdued demand despite the traditionally strong festive buying season.

According to Pune Regional Transport Office (RTO) data, 13,889 new vehicles were registered between October 27 and November 5, 2026, compared to 16,582 between October 9 and 18, 2025 - a drop of 2,693 vehicles.

The decline was particularly sharp in the four-wheeler segment, with car registrations falling nearly 23% from 4,219 last year to 3,239 this year. Two-wheeler registrations dropped 9.5%, from 10,214 to 9,245.

Autorickshaw registrations fell sharply from 541 to 109, while tourist taxi registrations ...