Pune: Major Traffic Restrictions Announced for Sant Dnyaneshwar and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Processions on June 22
Pune, June 22, 2025: In anticipation of the grand departure of the Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi processions towards Pandharpur on Sunday, June 22, the Pune Traffic Police have issued extensive traffic restrictions across key routes in the city, particularly around Nana Peth, Bhavani Peth, and Solapur Road.
Palkhi Procession Routes & Timings
As per tradition, Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj’s Palkhi will commence its journey from the Palakhi Vitthal Mandir in Bhavani Peth, proceeding via Hadapsar and Dive Ghat before halting at Saswad. Meanwhile, Sant Tukaram Maharaj’s Palkhi will depart from the Nivdung Vitthal Temple in Nana Peth, traveling via Solapur Road and stopping at Loni Kalbhor.
Traffic Diversions & Road Closures
To ensure a smooth passage for the revered processions and prevent congestion, several arterial roads will be completely closed from the early hours of Sunday, June 22. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes and avoid the affected areas.
Key Roads Closed for Traffic (June 22)
- Sant Kabir Chowk to Belbagh Chowk
- Sant Kabir Chowk to Ramoshi Gate Chowk
- Dhole Patil Chowk (Seven Loves Chowk) to Ramoshi Gate Chowk
- Golibar Maidan Chowk to Dhole Patil Chowk
- Mammadevi Chowk to Golibar Maidan
- Bishop’s School to Mammadevi Chowk
- Trialak Hotel to Mahatma Gandhi Road to Ramoshi Gate
- Bhairobanala Chowk to Mammadevi Chowk
- Jambhulkar Chowk to Fatimanagar Chowk
- B.T. Kawade Road Chowk, Kalubai Mandir Chowk, Ramtekdi
- Magarpatta Chowk, Hadapsar Gaon Ves (Closed from 2:00 AM to 2:00 PM)
- Serum Chowk to Solapur Road
- 15 Number Fata to Solapur Road
- Manterwadi Fata to Saswad
- Khadimachine Chowk to Bopdev Ghat (Closed from 5:00 AM to 12:00 midnight)
The Pune Traffic Police have urged citizens to cooperate and follow the diversions to avoid inconvenience.
