STN: The Union Cabinet has approved the next stage of the Pune Metro network. This decision allows work to begin on the Pune Metro Phase-2 Expansion. The plan covers two new corridors. These are Line 4 and Spur Line 4A.
Line 4 will run for 25.52 km. It will connect Kharadi to Khadakwasla. The route will pass through Hadapsar and Swargate. The line will have 22 elevated stations. Spur Line 4A will add another 6.12 km. It will run between Nal Stop and Warje–Manik Baug. It will have six elevated stations. Together, both corridors will cover 31.64 km and include 28 stations.
Pune Metro Phase-2 Expansion: Funding and Execution
The project will be funded jointly. The Government of India and the Maharashtra government will share the cost. Bilateral and multilateral agencies will also support the funding. The total project cost is ₹9,857.85 crore. This is close to USD 1.1 billion.
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Maha-Metro) will manage the project. The organisation will handle civil work. It will also lead electrical, mechanical, and systems work. The construction period is planned for five years. This timeline begins from the date of approval.
How the Pune Metro Phase-2 Expansion Will Help the City
The new corridors will link the eastern, central, and western parts of Pune. The routes will connect major residential areas. They will also link several commercial zones. This will improve daily travel for many people.
The expansion will give commuters more options. It will help reduce road traffic. It will also bring better access to key growth centres in the city. The project aims to offer steady and predictable travel. It will support smoother movement across Pune as the population and transport needs continue to grow.
FAQs
A: Construction is expected to begin soon after all formal processes are completed. The official timeline states that the work will take five years from the approval date.
A: There will be 28 stations in total. Line 4 will have 22 stations. Spur Line 4A will have 6 stations.
A: Maha-Metro will continue to operate and maintain the network. The same organisation manages the current Pune Metro lines.
A: Yes. The new lines will cover busy corridors. This will encourage more people to shift from road transport to metro services.
A: Yes. Both Line 4 and Line 4A are planned as fully elevated corridors.
A: Yes. Line 4 will link with the current network at Swargate. This will help passengers switch between corridors.
