Pune: Shared Feeder Auto Service Launched at Shivajinagar Metro Station; One Pune Student Pass Now Available for ₹59
Pune Metro and the Maharashtra Rickshaw Panchayat on Friday launched the Shared Feeder Auto Service at Shivajinagar Metro Station. The initiative is expected to make travel to and from Metro stations more convenient while encouraging greater use of public transport.
The service was inaugurated by Captain Dr. Rajendra Saner-Patil, General Manager (MMI/HR), Pune Metro. The launch programme was attended by Maharashtra Rickshaw Panchayat Founder President Baba Kamble, office-bearers of the Panchayat, Pune Metro officials and employees, along with a large number of auto-rickshaw drivers.
The newly launched feeder service is designed to bridge the gap between Metro stations and nearby residential, commercial and institutional areas. By providing shared auto-rickshaw connectivity, Pune Metro aims to make the overall commuting experience smoother and more affordable for passengers.
The initiative has been launched jointly by Pune Metro and the Maharashtra Rickshaw Panchayat, which represents a significant section of the city’s auto-rickshaw operators. Officials said such collaborations can help strengthen public transport networks and provide commuters with more travel options.
One Pune Student Pass Now Available for ₹59
In another commuter-friendly announcement, Pune Metro has reduced the price of the One Pune Student Pass to ₹59 from the earlier ₹118.
The student pass offers a 30 per cent discount on every Metro journey, making daily travel more economical for school and college students. Apart from the fare concession, Pune Metro has highlighted the benefits of a safe, comfortable and time-saving travel experience for students.
The pass is linked with the One Pune card platform and can be obtained from the nearest Metro station. Pune Metro has appealed to students to take advantage of the discounted pass and opt for Metro services for their regular commute.
With the launch of the Shared Feeder Auto Service and the reduced-cost student pass, Pune Metro is looking to make public transport more accessible and attractive for a larger section of the city’s population.
