Kunal Crimson Aundh, Pune

Pune Ring Road Eastern extn Gets Green Light :₹10,502 Cr Project

Maharashtra Cabinet Committee has approved the revised cost of ₹10,502.36 crore for the eastern extension of the Pune Ring Road. This 31.805-km controlled-access expressway aims to divert traffic away from Pune city. With 80% of land acquisition complete, the project is slated for completion by June 2029

Mandatory Safety Systems for School Transport Vehicles in Pune

CCTV, live tracking, and fire-safety systems are now mandatory for school transport vehicles in Pune. This regulatory update aims to enhance the safety and security of students commuting to and from school, potentially reducing accidents and improving emergency response capabilities.

Pune Metro Infrastructure to be Integrated with Upcoming Road Corridors

MSIDC and Pune Metro are set to sign MoUs to integrate Metro infrastructure with two upcoming road projects. Approximately 7.7 km of the Kharadi-Shirur elevated corridor and 17 km of the Hadapsar-Yavat elevated corridor will be developed as double-decker structures, with the upper deck designed to accommodate future Metro lines.

Maharashtra Brace for Intense Monsoon: Heavy Rains Cause Infrastructure Damage and Disruptions

Pune experienced heavy rainfall on July 5, 2026, leading to significant disruptions and infrastructure damage. A compound wall of a residential society collapsed, damaging 14 vehicles, though no injuries were reported. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Pune and a red alert for Mumbai, forecasting continued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Maharashtra.

Mumbai-Pune Expressway Widening Project Moves Forward with Revised Funding Plan

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has submitted a revised funding plan to the state government for the expansion of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway to 10 lanes. If approved this year, the project will be tendered under BOT model, with construction expected to begin next year and conclude by 2030.

Pune Metro Line 3 to Commence Operations by June 15, Connecting Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar

Pune Metro's elevated Line 3, spanning 23.203 km and connecting Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar, will begin operations in phases starting June 15, 2026. The first phase will cover 12 stations from the Hinjewadi side, with the remaining stations expected to be operational by October.

Pune Inaugurates Double-Decker Flyover and Plans Highway Upgrades

Pune's new double-decker flyover, featuring a road flyover below and a Metro line above, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to alleviate traffic congestion in areas like Baner, Pashan, Shivajinagar, and Aundh. Additionally, a 31.50 km six-lane elevated highway will be constructed on the Pune-Solapur national highway from Hadapsar to Yavat at a cost of ₹5,262 crore

Pune Infrastructure Projects Advance: Rail Upgrade, Civic Improvements, and Electricity Network Boost

Pune is experiencing advancements in several infrastructure projects. The Pune-Lonavla rail corridor is being upgraded to facilitate speeds of up to 130 kmph by June 2026.The state government has sanctioned ₹350 crore to strengthen the electricity network in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Works are expedited for water supply infrastructure projects in the Aundh-Bopodi area.

During Q1'2026, average property prices for Kunal Crimson moved from ₹ 8,400/sqft to ₹ 12,100/sqft, reflecting a 44.05% rise.

Pune Infrastructure Projects Advance: Bridges, Flyovers, and Expressway 'Missing Link' Nearing Completion

Several infrastructure projects in and around Pune are progressing towards completion. One of the two new river bridges on the Mutha River at Warje on the Mumbai-Bengaluru Bypass is complete ,awaiting final testing, Balewadi-Kaspate Wasti bridge over the Mula-Mutha river, is expected to complete in an year. Pune University Square flyover is targeted for completion in 2026 ,easing traffic to Shivajinagar, Aundh, Baner, and Pashan.