Pune Metro Fast-Tracks PCMC–Nigdi Extension, Targets Completion Six Months Early

Pune Metro authorities are working at a fast pace to complete the extended stretch of Phase One from PCMC station to Bhakti Shakti in Nigdi, aiming to open the line six months earlier than originally scheduled, Indian Express reported.

The 4.4 km elevated corridor, with new stations at Chinchwad, Akurdi, and Nigdi, had its foundation stone laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March last year. However, construction only began in August 2024.

“The construction of the extension stretch from PCMC to Bhakti Shakti in Nigdi began in August last year, and the civil work is going in full swing. The deadline for completing work on the stretch is 36 months from the start of actual work, but we are planning to complete it in 30 months,” Hemant Sonawane, Executive Director, Pune Metro was quoted as saying by IE.

He added that administrative processes for installing escalators, lifts, and overhead cables have already been completed.

“We don’t want to waste time on completing the administrative process for the works related to the stretch, so it has been done well in advance,” Sonawane said.

The extension, costing an estimated Rs 1,048.22 crore, covers infrastructure for stations, intermodal integration, pedestrian bridges, environmental assessments, depots, and parking.

Currently, the 17.4 km Metro line between Swargate and PCMC is operational.

While the 5.5 km underground extension from Swargate to Katraj remains pending until 2029, another 15.7 km route from Vanaz to Ramwadi is already functional.

The corridor's approved extensions toward Chandani Chowk and Wagholi, spanning 12.75 km with 13 new stations are set to complete within four years at a cost of Rs 3,636.24 crore.

Additionally, PMRDA’s 23 km Metro Line‑3 from Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar District Court is slated to begin operations by March 2026.

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