Pune forest department, Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), state archaeology and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) have proposed to revamp some of the forts in Pune, Thane and Nashik districts and include adventure sports, homestays, drinking water supply and trekking facilities.

A senior MTDC official told TOI that the authorities shortlisted a few forts for the project. "Most of the forts in the state are totally or partially in the forest area, particularly the hill forts in the Sahyadri. At the joint meeting of officials from the forest department, ASI, state archeology and MTDC, it was decided to prioritize works for the development of the forts. The Joint Forest Management Committee (JFMC) of the villages where the forts are located will also be roped in for this project," the official said.

In a month's time, all departments concerned will chalk out a plan regarding the developmental activities that can be taken up at the forts. "Several adventure sports organizations were also part of the meeting and suggested a few trekking facilities near the forts, which can be incorporated in the plan," the official said.

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