Pune’s long-awaited ring road project is finally moving into a clearer execution phase, with firm timelines now placed before the state legislature. Maharashtra minister Dada Bhuse informed the Legislative Assembly that the western section of the Pune Ring Road will be completed by 2026, while the eastern section is scheduled for completion by 2028. The project is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion within Pune city and its rapidly expanding outskirts.
Responding to questions raised by MLA Rahul Kool, and supported by MLAs Sunil Shelke and Abhijeet Patil, Bhuse said the state administration has taken decisive steps to fast-track key infrastructure projects in the district. The ring road, he noted, is central to improving mobility, reducing congestion on city roads and highways, and supporting Pune’s long-term urban growth.
According to the minister, work on nine out of the twelve packages of the eastern ring road is already progressing at a rapid pace. The remaining three packages are currently awaiting administrative approval. Bhuse said the tender process for these packages will be completed before May next year, with on-ground construction expected to begin by October. This phased approach is aimed at avoiding further delays while ensuring smoother execution.
Beyond the ring road, several related road infrastructure projects are also being pushed forward. Bhuse informed the House that the tender process has begun for an elevated road connecting Hadapsar and Yavat. In addition, the state cabinet has approved an elevated road project from Pune to Shirur. These projects will be implemented by the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC).
Land acquisition has also been completed for the Shirur–Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar greenfield road project, removing one of the biggest hurdles to timely execution. Bhuse further added that an elevated road connecting Talegaon, Chakan and Shikrapur has been proposed, and the tender process for this corridor is currently underway.
Public transport connectivity is also part of the broader mobility push. The minister said the feasibility of a metro line between Hadapsar and Loni Kalbhor is being examined. Maha Metro has already approved a metro corridor of approximately 12 kilometres, and a detailed project report (DPR) has been prepared. Officials have been instructed to hold a separate technical review meeting to address challenges such as flyovers and road crossings before a final decision is taken.
On project monitoring, Bhuse said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed that there be monthly reviews of permissions, land acquisition and construction progress. This is intended to ensure better coordination between departments and quicker resolution of bottlenecks. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar also informed the Assembly that a meeting regarding the Solapur–Pune road has been held and that work on the corridor will begin immediately.
Together, these projects signal a renewed push to upgrade Pune’s transport infrastructure. With clearer timelines and tighter oversight, the state government is aiming to improve traffic flow, strengthen regional connectivity and support the city’s growing economic and residential footprint over the next few years.
