In a significant move to enhance Pune’s metro connectivity, the PMC Approves metro routes connecting Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor and Hadapsar to Saswad Road railway station. The project, estimated to cost Rs 5,704 crore, is part of the city’s broader transportation infrastructure development.
Metro Route Details
According to the Detailed Project Report (DPR) submitted by the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd ( Maha-Metro), the metro line from Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor will cover 11.35 km and include ten metro stations. Meanwhile, the Hadapsar to Saswad Road railway station route will span 5.57 km and feature four metro stations.
The new metro corridors will function as spur lines for the previously approved Kharadi via Hadapsar and Swargate to Khadakwasla corridors. Their development will ease transportation in Pune’s eastern and southern regions, addressing growing commuter demands.
Financial Plan and Approval
The PMC has sanctioned the DPR with the condition that it will not be responsible for repaying the project’s loan. However, it has committed Rs 3.6 crore for land acquisition. The total project cost of Rs 4,686 crore will be funded through contributions from the state and central governments (20% each), while the remaining 60% will be raised through loans.
Atul Gadgil, Director of Pune Metro Rail, emphasized the urgency of expediting the DPR approval and forwarding it to the state government for further action.
Planned Metro Stations
Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor Route:
- Hadapsar Phata
- Hadapsar Bus Depot
- Akashwani-Hadapsar
- Laxmi Colony
- Stad Farm
- Manjari Phata
- Draksha Baug
- Toll Naka
- Wak Vasti
- Loni Kalbhor
Hadapsar to Saswad Road Railway Station Route:
- Hadapsar Gliding Club
- Fursungi IT Park
- Sulabh Garden
- Saswad Road Railway Station
Pune Metro Expansion Plans
Currently, Pune Metro operates its first-phase routes from Vanaz to Ramwadi and PCMC to Swargate. Expansion efforts are underway, including Swargate to Katraj and PCMC to Akurdi. The state government has also approved extensions such as Vanaz to Chandni Chowk, Ramwadi to Vithalwadi, Khadakwasla to Kharadi, and Nal Stop to Manikbaug, pending union government approval.
Conclusion
The approval of these new metro routes marks a significant step in Pune’s urban mobility transformation. With increasing population and traffic congestion, efficient public transport solutions like the metro will play a crucial role in making commuting easier and reducing reliance on road transport. The collaboration between Maha-Metro, PMC, and state authorities reflects a commitment to sustainable urban development.
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