Pune is set to witness a significant boost in its urban infrastructure as the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) moves swiftly on the proposed Ring Road project. The four-phase initiative, designed to ease congestion in Pune and its surrounding areas, has entered a crucial stage with land acquisition proposals now being fast-tracked for submission to the district administration.
Officials confirmed that Phase I, spanning three villages—Solu, Nirgudi, and Wadgaon Shinde—has nearly completed preliminary land measurements, paving the way for formal acquisition procedures. PMRDA officials have been directed to hold urgent consultations with landowners, ensuring fair compensation through Floor Space Index (FSI) or Transferable Development Rights (TDR), while also forwarding proposals to the Pune district collector’s office for approval. Experts highlighted that the inner 83 km ring road, once completed, will significantly reduce traffic pressure along key corridors, particularly easing movement in Hinjewadi and Chakan. Plans also include streamlining vehicular flow near Navale Bridge with infrastructure upgrades, pipeline relocation, and modern traffic signal systems to enhance commuter safety and efficiency.
The project has been carefully designed to integrate with the broader Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) outer ring road plan. Officials emphasised that this coordinated approach will divert heavy vehicles away from Pune’s city core, reducing pollution and supporting sustainable urban mobility. Approximately 720 hectares across 44 villages in Khed, Haveli, Mulshi, and Maval talukas are expected to be acquired. The first stretch, covering five kilometres from Solu to Wadgaon Shinde, will require 28 hectares of land and serve as the initial step in easing traffic along Nagar Road. Land acquisition will be undertaken either through direct purchase agreements with landowners or under provisions of the Land Acquisition Act, with authorities assuring transparency and timely compensation. Officials also stressed that environmental and social safeguards are being prioritised, ensuring that the project aligns with sustainable development objectives and equitable urban planning.
PMRDA’s accelerated timeline reflects a focus on meeting growing transport demands while incorporating zero net carbon principles and sustainable infrastructure solutions. By connecting peripheral areas more efficiently, the ring road is expected to not only reduce commute times but also relieve the city’s ecological footprint by lowering vehicular congestion and associated emissions. The review meeting included senior officials from PMRDA, Pune Municipal Corporation, National Highways Authority of India, and the Public Works Department, all tasked with ensuring timely project execution. With meticulous planning, stakeholder engagement, and strategic implementation, Pune’s Ring Road project is poised to become a landmark initiative in urban transport management, providing residents with safer, faster, and more sustainable connectivity across the metropolitan region.
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