Pune: Comprehensive Traffic and Security Plan Unveiled for Sant Tukaram & Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi Procession 2025
Pune, June 19, 2025 – The Pune City Police and Traffic Branch have released an exhaustive traffic management, security, and public facilitation plan for the Ashadhi Wari Palkhi Sohala 2025, the annual pilgrimage of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj. With millions of devotees expected to participate, the city will witness unprecedented traffic diversions, security deployments, and digital tracking systems from June 20 to June 23, 2025.
This year, the Pune Police have introduced real-time GPS tracking, WhatsApp coordination for Dindi leaders, and AI-based crowd monitoring to ensure smooth movement of processions and minimize public inconvenience.
🔹 Key Highlights
✅ First-Time GPS Tracking: Devotees can track live Palkhi movement via Pune Police’s Palkhi Tracking Portal at https://diversion.punepolice.gov.in/ and for guidance on how to use it visit https://diversion.punepolice.gov.in/palkhi/how-to-use.
✅ Heavy Vehicle Ban: 26 entry points into Pune will be closed for trucks, trailers, and slow-moving vehicles from June 19 (10 PM) to June 23 (11 PM).
✅ 124 Diversion Points, 230 Stop Points for smooth traffic flow.
✅ 719 Dindis (foot processions) managed via dedicated WhatsApp groups for real-time coordination.
✅ AI Surveillance & Drone Monitoring for crowd control.
✅ Special Parking Arrangements at Race Course, SP College Grounds, and Deccan Gymkhana.
📅 Procession Schedule & Detailed Routes
1️⃣ Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi
- 📅 Arrival in Pune: June 20, 2025 (Via Alandi → Dighi → Bopkhel → Vishrantwadi → College of Engineering Chowk)
- 🛑 Mukkam (Halt): Vitthal Mandir, Bhawanipeth
- 📅 Departure: June 22, 2025 (Route: Ramoshi Gate → Bhavani Mata Chowk → Hadapsar → Diveghat → Saswad)
2️⃣ Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi
- 📅 Arrival in Pune: June 20, 2025 (Via Akurdi → Chinchwad → Harris Bridge → Khadki)
- 🛑 Mukkam (Halt): Nivdunga Vitthal Mandir, Nana Peth
- 📅 Departure: June 23, 2025 (Route: Solapur Road → Yavat → Pandharpur)
🚧 Traffic Restrictions & Alternate Routes
📍 June 20 (Arrival Day) – Major Closures
🚫 Bopodi Chowk to College of Engineering Chowk (3 AM–8 PM)
🚫 Vishrantwadi to Chandrama Chowk (3 AM–8 PM)
🚫 Bremen Chowk (Aundh) to Khadki (3 AM–Midnight)
🔄 Alternate Routes:
- North Pune: Parnakuti Chowk → Bund Garden Bridge → MG Road
- West Pune: Baner Road → Bremen Chowk → Aundh
- East Pune: Viman Nagar → Airport Road → Nagar Road
📍 June 22–23 (Departure Day) – Critical Restrictions
🚫 Belbagh Chowk to Tilak Road (12 PM–12 AM)
🚫 Shivaji Road, Laxmi Road, Ferguson College Road (2 AM–2 PM)
🚫 Solapur Road (Hadapsar to Yavat) (June 22, 11 PM – June 25, 11 PM)
🔄 Alternate Routes for Exit from Pune:
- To Mumbai/Nashik: Chakan → Shikrapur → Nhavara Bypass
- To Solapur: Magarpatta → Kharadi Bypass → Nagar Road
- To Satara/Kolhapur: Katraj Bypass → Bangalore Highway
🚨 Special Security & Public Advisory
1. For Devotees:
- 🚗 Parking: Use designated zones at Race Course, SP College, and Deccan Gymkhana.
- 📱 Real-Time Tracking: Bookmark Pune Police Palkhi Portal.
- 🚫 Restricted Zones: Avoid Bhawanipeth, Nana Peth, and Shivajinagar core areas.
2. For Commuters:
- 🚍 Public Transport: PMPML buses will run on diverted routes; expect delays.
- 🚖 Auto/Taxis: Follow police signals; no halting near Palkhi routes.
- 🚛 Commercial Vehicles: Complete deliveries before June 19 (10 PM).
3. Emergency Contacts:
- 🆘 Traffic Helpline: 020-26685000 / 26684000
- 🚔 Police Control Room: 100
- 🏥 Medical Emergency: 108
🛡️ AI & Tech-Driven Crowd Management
- 📡 GPS-Enabled Palkhi Tracking: Live updates on location and congestion.
- 📱 WhatsApp Alerts for Dindi Leaders: Instant rerouting instructions.
- 🛸 Drone Surveillance: Monitoring for overcrowding and security threats.
📌 Key Takeaways for Citizens
✔️ Plan travel in advance – Expect delays on Solapur Road, Laxmi Road, and Shivajinagar.
✔️ Use public transport – Parking near Palkhi routes strictly prohibited.
✔️ Follow police directives – Heavy penalties for violations.
