Pune: 8 Major Infra Projects to Transform City with New Expressways, Metro, and Ropeways

Pune is set for a major infrastructure overhaul with multiple projects approved and progressing rapidly. Here’s a look at eight key developments shaping the city’s future:

1️⃣ New Expressway Between JNPT and Chowk

• A 6-lane, 30 km expressway has been approved by the Central Government.
• This will improve connectivity between Pune and Mumbai, reducing travel time and congestion.

2️⃣ New Pune Airport at Purandar

• The Maharashtra government has notified the area for the upcoming Pune Airport at Purandar.
• Survey and land acquisition will begin soon, pushing the long-pending project forward.

3️⃣ Nigdi-Chakan Metro Progress

• The DPR (Detailed Project Report) for the Nigdi-Chakan Metro will be ready by April 2025.
• The metro will pass through Ravet, Punawale, Tathawade, Wakad, Pimple Saudagar, Nashik Phata, Bhosari, and Moshi, improving public transit options.

4️⃣ Kalyan-Shirur Alternative Route

• A 135 km alternative route from Kalyan to Shirur via Karjat and Khed is awaiting State Cabinet approval.
• This new corridor will reduce traffic on the Talegaon-Chakan-Shirkrapur highway.

5️⃣ Pune-Shirur 6-Lane Elevated Corridor

• The bidding process opens on April 1st, and construction is expected to start by mid-2025.
• This will enhance connectivity and reduce travel time between Pune and Shirur.

6️⃣ Eight New Ropeways for Tourism

• To boost tourism, the government plans to build eight ropeways at various pilgrimage sites and historical forts.
• This will improve accessibility for visitors and promote tourism in Maharashtra.

7️⃣ Spine Road Missing Link Nearing Completion

• The Triveninagar section of the Spine Road is almost complete.
• This will improve traffic flow towards Talawade, Nigdi, and the Nashik highway.

8️⃣ New Flyover Ramp for Pimpri-Chinchwad

• The ramp connecting Pimpri-Chinchwad Link Road to Mother Teresa Flyover is in its final stage.
• Once completed, it will provide direct connectivity from Pimpri & Chinchwad to Chikhali, reducing congestion in the area.