- Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route
- Why this line is important?
- Who is building this line?
- Trial Run Completed Successfully
- Full List of Stations on Pune Metro Line 3
- Metro Train Features
- Benefits for Daily Life
- Current Status of Pune Metro Line 3
- What’s Next?
- FAQs – Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route
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Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route
Hinjawadi, 4 July 2025 — Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route. This trial marks a big step in reducing traffic on this busy corridor. It will help thousands of daily commuters, especially people working in the Hinjawadi IT Park.
What’s special about Pune Metro Line 3?
Pune Metro Line 3 is a fully elevated route connecting Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi, covering a total length of 23.3 km. The route includes 23 stations, and it will join other metro lines too. This line is built to help people save time and avoid traffic jams on the roads.
Key Details:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Route | Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi |
| Total Length | 23.3 km |
| No. of Stations | 23 |
| Model | Public-Private Partnership (PPP) |
| Agencies | PMRDA + Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited |
| Max Speed | 80 km/h |
| Completion Target | March 2026 |
| Trial Run | Successfully done on 4 July 2025 |
Why this line is important?
Pune Metro Line 3 will reduce road traffic between Shivajinagar, Baner, Balewadi, Wakad, and Hinjawadi. These areas face heavy congestion every day due to office-going crowds and increasing vehicles.
Because of this line:
- Faster travel time from city to Hinjawadi.
- Less pressure on roads.
- Better daily commute for IT employees.
- Cleaner environment with less pollution.
This line will especially help people who travel from central Pune to Hinjawadi and back every day.
Who is building this line?
This project is being developed under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. It is managed by:
- PMRDA (Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority)
- Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited (PITCRL)
The construction is expected to finish by March 2026.
Trial Run Completed Successfully
The first trial run of Pune Metro Line 3 was done on 4th July 2025. The trial was held from Maan Depot to PMR 4 Station. According to PMRDA officials, the trial went smoothly.
They also said that nearly 87% of the work is complete, especially in the Maan area. This shows that the work is going on at a good pace.
A PMRDA spokesperson said:
“The trial run was successful. Pune Metro Line 3 is moving fast and will help reduce traffic in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Hinjawadi once it’s operational.”
Full List of Stations on Pune Metro Line 3
Below are the 23 stations planned on the Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi route:
| Station No. | Station Name (English) | Station Name (Marathi) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Megapolis Circle | मेगापॉलिस सर्कल |
| 2 | Quadron | क्वॉड्रन |
| 3 | Döhler | डोह्लर |
| 4 | Infosys Phase II | इन्फोसिस फेस २ |
| 5 | Wipro Technologies | विप्रो तंत्रज्ञान |
| 6 | Pall India | पॉल इंडिया |
| 7 | Shivaji Chowk | शिवाजी चौक |
| 8 | Hinjawadi | हिंजवडी |
| 9 | Wakad Chowk | वाकड चौक |
| 10 | Balewadi Stadium | बालेवाडी स्टेडियम |
| 11 | NICMAR | रा.बां.व्य.सं.सं |
| 12 | Ramnagar | रामनगर |
| 13 | Laxmi Nagar | लक्ष्मी नगर |
| 14 | Balewadi Phata | बालेवाडी फाटा |
| 15 | Baner Gaon | बाणेर गाव |
| 16 | Baner | बाणेर |
| 17 | Indian Agricultural Research Institute / IISER Pune | भा.कृ.सं.सं / भा.वि.शि.सं.सं पुणे |
| 18 | Sakal Nagar | सकाळ नगर |
| 19 | Savitribai Phule Pune University | सावित्रीबाई फुले पुणे विद्यापीठ |
| 20 | Reserve Bank of India | भारतीय रिझर्व्ह बँक |
| 21 | Agriculture College | कृषी महाविद्यालय |
| 22 | Shivaji Nagar | शिवाजीनगर (Operating – Purple Line) |
| 23 | Civil Court | सिव्हिल कोर्ट (Operating – Purple Line / Aqua Line) |
This line will connect with other metro lines at certain points, helping people switch lines easily.
Metro Train Features
Each train on Pune Metro Line 3 will have:
- 3 air-conditioned coaches
- Seating and standing arrangements
- Capacity to carry about 1,000 passengers
- Speed of up to 80 km/h
These trains are designed to offer safe, smooth, and quick travel.
Benefits for Daily Life
This metro line will change the way people travel between the city and the IT hub. Here’s how it will help:
Time Saving
People working in IT companies often spend over an hour in traffic. With Metro Line 3, travel time will be cut by half or more.
Comfort and Safety
Metro trains will be fully air-conditioned, safe, and clean. No more stress of traffic jams or potholes.
Cost-Effective
Travel by metro will be cheaper than fuel or taxi charges, especially for daily office travel.
Eco-Friendly
Less use of private vehicles means lower pollution and fuel use. It’s a step toward a greener Pune.
Current Status of Pune Metro Line 3
| Work Area | Status |
|---|---|
| Civil Work | 87% Completed |
| Maan Depot | Ready for trials |
| PMR 4 Station | Used for first trial |
| Overall Completion | Target: March 2026 |
Work is happening in full swing. After successful trials, the team will continue system checks, safety approvals, and final installations.
What’s Next?
Now that the first trial is done, next steps include:
- More test runs between stations.
- Safety checks and approvals.
- Signage and passenger facilities installation.
- Staff training.
- Final trial runs and certifications.
Once all tests are done, the Pune Metro Line 3 will be opened to the public.
FAQs – Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route
When will Pune Metro Line 3 be open for the public?
The full route is expected to be open by March 2026 after all trial runs and safety checks are complete.
How many stations are there?
There are 23 stations planned between Shivajinagar and Hinjawadi.
Is this route only for IT people?
No, this route is for everyone. But yes, it will benefit IT professionals the most because it connects to Hinjawadi.
How fast will the metro go?
The trains can run up to 80 km/h, which will save a lot of travel time.
Who is building this line?
It’s a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project handled by PMRDA and Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited.
The Pune Metro Line 3 Conducts Successful Trial Run on Shivajinagar to Hinjawadi Route, and this is a big relief for all those stuck in daily traffic. Once it’s fully open, it will change how people move between the city and tech zones like Hinjawadi.
This metro line is not just a transport project – it’s a daily life changer for Pune.
Keep following for updates on further trials and final opening news.
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