Summary: In 1819, indigenous schools were present in towns and villages in Poona, but literacy was limited to certain classes. The British commissioner, Elphinstone, suggested promoting reading by distributing religious and moral books in regional languages instead of establishing free schools. The Hindu tales and fables available could circulate sound morals effectively, and the press could aid in this propagation. However, Elphinstone warned against religious neutrality in the books, highlighting the necessity of maintaining and purifying Hindu tenets in reforms. Furthermore, the text mentions various entries from different years related to races, government gazettes, state finances, and medical institutions in Poona. Lastly, detailed insights are provided on water management, legal reforms, robberies, and historical sites in regions like Purandhar and Indapur in Maharashtra, emphasizing the importance of historical events shaping present-day narratives.