In a latest update, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has revealed its ambitious plan to construct 10 new double-decker flyovers in a bid to streamline traffic flow and enhance connectivity across the key urban corridors.
Ten New Double Decker Flyovers For Pune
As we know that PMC has already achieved the success of the existing double-decker flyovers on Karve Road and Ganeshkhind Road.
Now, PMC, in collaboration with the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (Maha-Metro) and the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), intends to replicate this model at other critical junctions.
This integrated flyover will feature the metro lines on the upper deck and vehicular traffic on the lower deck hence optimising vertical space and reducing surface-level congestion.
We can already witness the double-decker flyover at Nal Stop on Karve Road, again a joint initiative between PMC and Maha-Metro which become operational and received positive feedback from commuters.
There is a similar structure on Ganeshkhind Road, connecting Hinjawadi to Shivajinagar as part of the metro network, is nearing completion.
Expected Location For New Flyovers
In the latest proposal, PMC has suggested the below locations for the new flyovers.
Mundhwa – Mahatma Phule Chowk
Solapur Road – Kalubai Chowk
Dandekar Pul Chowk
Awhalwadi Chowk, Wagholi
Warje – Ambedkar Chowk
Bhusari Colony – Kothrud Bus Depot
Golibar Maidan Chowk
Viman Nagar Chowk
Fatimanagar Chowk, Wanowrie
Ravidarshan Junction, Manjari
It appears that they are planning to design each flyover meticulously with the consultation with Maha-Metro to ensure seamless integration of metro lines and road traffic lanes.
This initiative is expected to significantly improve the commute times further supporting the city’s fast-growing population and vehicle count.
Further, the PMC is committed in enhancing the urban infrastructure as it has allocated ₹2,000 crore to the road and traffic planning departments in the 2025-26 municipal budget.
They are planning to utilise this funding for development of missing link roads, road widening projects, and the construction of flyovers and grade separators.
All of this is aimed at alleviating traffic congestion and improving the overall quality of life for residents.
Basically, the implementation of these double-decker flyovers represents a forward-thinking approach to urban mobility, this way they can balance the needs of public transportation and road traffic in a sustainable manner.
After getting the success, this initiative could serve as a model for other cities grappling with similar traffic challenges.
