Pune's 150-Year-Old Tulshibaug Bangle Lane: Cheapest Bangles, Rich Tradition

• Tulshibaug in Pune boasts a 150-year-old bangle lane, a hub for affordable and diverse bangles.
• The lane offers everything from simple glass bangles to elaborate bridal sets, attracting customers city-wide and beyond.
• This family business, now run by Akshay Javheri, has been passed down through three to four generations.
• Around 30-40 vendors operate in the lane, which became an organized shopping hub around 1940.
• Despite inflation, bangles remain affordable, making it a key part of Pune's cultural identity, especially during festivals.