Pune Metro Phase-2 Gets Central Approval

In a significant boost to Pune’s urban transport landscape, Phase-2 of the Pune Metro project has now received approval from the Central Government, marking a strategic milestone in the city’s ongoing metro expansion. The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned this next phase, which will introduce 13 new metro stations across 12.75 km of elevated corridors, dramatically enhancing Pune’s east–west connectivity. PM India
Phase-2 comprises two major extensions of the existing Vanaz–Ramwadi line under Phase-1: Vanaz to Chandani Chowk (Corridor 2A) and Ramwadi to Wagholi/Vitthalwadi (Corridor 2B). These new stretches are designed to serve rapidly growing suburbs including Bavdhan, Kothrud, Kharadi and Wagholi, connecting key residential, commercial and IT hubs. PM India
With an estimated cost of ₹3,626.24 crore, the project will be jointly funded by the Government of India, Government of Maharashtra, and external bilateral/multilateral agencies. Construction is expected to be completed within the next four years, with pre-construction activities — such as surveys and detailed design planning — already underway. www.ndtv.com
A standout feature of Phase-2 is its integration with the existing metro network. The new corridors will link with Line-1 (Nigdi–Katraj) and the upcoming Line-3 (Hinjewadi–District Court) at the District Court interchange, facilitating seamless multimodal travel across the metropolitan region. PM India
The expansion will also tie into long-distance bus services from cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and Ahilya Nagar, easing connectivity for intercity commuters via key hubs at Chandani Chowk and Wagholi. www.ndtv.com
Once complete, Phase-2 is projected to significantly boost daily ridership, reduce congestion on major arterial roads such as Paud and Nagar Roads, and support Pune’s sustainable growth trajectory by offering faster, convenient and eco-friendly urban transit. infra.economictimes.indiatimes.com