Pune Metro Expansion Plans: Nigdi-Wakad-Chakan Corridor, Line 2 Extension, and Swargate-Katraj Underground Work Orders Soon
On 21st September 2025, a high-level review meeting was held to discuss the future expansion of Pune Metro projects. The meeting was attended by Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Guardian Minister of Pune District. On behalf of MahaMetro, Managing Director Shravan Hardikar presented the upcoming plans. Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commissioner Shekhar Singh, MahaMetro Director (Works) Shri Atul Gadgil, senior MahaMetro officials, and officers from various government departments were also present.
A major highlight from the meeting was the agreement between MahaMetro and NHAI to construct a double-decker flyover from Godown Chowk to Chakan along the Pune-Nashik highway for the upcoming Nigdi-Wakad-Chakan Metro corridor.
This new corridor will feature:
- A 42 km elevated metro line.
- 31 elevated stations.
- Two interchanges with Line 1 (Nigdi-Swargate) at Nigdi and Nashik Phata.
- One interchange with Line 3 (Hinjawadi-Shivajinagar) at Wakad.
Additionally, discussions included the extension of Metro Line 2, which currently runs from Vanaz to Ramwadi, further towards Wagholi and Vithalwadi. In a separate development, MahaMetro plans to issue the work order for the Swargate-Katraj underground stretch next month, advancing the city’s underground metro network.
These developments mark significant progress in Pune’s metro expansion, promising better connectivity and enhanced urban mobility for commuters. The city’s metro network continues to evolve, aligning with Pune’s growing infrastructure and transit needs.
FAQs
Q: When will the Nigdi-Wakad-Chakan corridor be completed?
A: Specific timelines are yet to be announced, but work is expected to begin soon after approvals and agreements are in place.
Q: How many interchanges will this new corridor have?
A: There will be two interchanges with Line 1 at Nigdi and Nashik Phata, and one interchange with Line 3 at Wakad.
Q: What is the total length of the Nigdi-Wakad-Chakan metro corridor?
A: The corridor will span approximately 42 km with 31 elevated stations.
Q: What is the status of the Swargate-Katraj underground stretch?
A: MahaMetro plans to issue the work order for this underground section next month.
