The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has launched a QR code-based system to facilitate access to eco-friendly cremation options, such as electric and gas facilities, as part of a broader initiative to promote sustainable funeral practices. The QR codes are being distributed across public and select private hospitals to help residents locate nearby crematoriums efficiently. Currently, there is a 50% shift towards these eco-friendly cremations, and officials project that this initiative will further increase that percentage. The QR system aims to streamline access, reduce the burden on popular cremation centers like the Vaikuntha Crematorium, and improve the overall distribution of cremation services. The PMC operates 75 crematoriums, of which 21 offer electric and gas cremation services, provided at no cost to residents. This measure is intended to encourage greater adoption of environmentally responsible practices, despite cultural preferences that still lean towards traditional wood pyres. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure and promote cleaner alternatives in Pune's cremation practices.