Hinjewadi Metro News: Latest Updates on Project Progress and Launch Date
Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar Metro Project Nears Completion
The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has announced that 82% of the Hinjewadi-Shivajinagar Metro corridor work is complete. Only one kilometer of viaduct construction is left. Work on this section is progressing quickly, and safety inspections will follow after completion. The metro is expected to start operating by October 2025.
Construction Progress and Key Developments
The project is under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Initially, delays caused PMRDA to issue warnings to the contractor and extend the deadline by six months. Since July 2024, construction has accelerated significantly.
Current Work Status:
- Stations Pending: Baner, Sakal Nagar, and Civil Court stations are still under construction.
- Infrastructure Work: Stairways and essential facilities at 11 stations are ongoing.
- Viaduct Progress: Only 1 km of viaduct construction remains.
After completing these tasks, the metro will undergo a trial run and safety inspection before the official launch.
Project Highlights and Route Details
- Metro Route Length: 23.3 km (fully elevated)
- Stations: 23 (12 completed so far)
- Crosses: Pune-Bengaluru Highway and Mula River
- Estimated Cost: ₹8,313 crore
This metro line will connect Hinjewadi IT Park to Shivajinagar, helping reduce traffic and improve daily commutes for thousands of passengers in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
Benefits for Commuters
The Hinjewadi Metro aims to solve traffic issues between Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. With better public transport, people can reach their destinations faster and more comfortably. The metro will also reduce vehicle pollution and road congestion.
Latest Update from PMRDA
According to PMRDA Executive Engineer Rinaz Pathan, only one kilometer of viaduct construction remains. Once the work is completed, safety checks and a trial run will take place. The project is on track for an October 2025 launch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will the Hinjewadi Metro start?
The metro is expected to start by October 2025.
2. How much of the construction is complete?
82% of the work is done, with only one kilometer of viaduct pending.
3. How many stations are on the route?
There are 23 stations, of which 12 are already complete.
4. How long is the metro route?
The route is 23.3 kilometers, fully elevated.
5. What is the cost of the project?
The estimated project cost is ₹8,313 crore.
The Hinjewadi-Shivajinagar Metro is a significant step in improving public transport in Pune. With steady progress and efforts from PMRDA, the project is on track to meet its October 2025 deadline. Once completed, it will ease daily travel, reduce traffic, and benefit thousands of commuters in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
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