Pune (Metro Rail News): The Pune Metro project advanced as the Maharashtra government cabinet approved the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of 31.64 Km Pune Metro Phase 2 on 14 October 2024. The approved DPR will now be sent for central government approval. Phase 2 is expected to cost around Rs. 9,897.19 crore.
On 4 October, Maha-Metro invited bids for the appointment of a general consultant for the Pune metro phase 2 Project.
Pune Metro Phase 2’s Approved Lines
| Line 5 | Khadakwasla station – Kharadi station | 25.518 km | Elevated | Total no. of station: 22 |
| Line 5 extension | Nal Stop station – Manik Bagh station | 6.118 km | Elevated | Total no.of stations:6 |
Line 5 Stations:
- Khadakwasla
- Dalvewadi
- Nanded City
- Dhayari Phata
- Manik Baug
- Hingane Chowk
- Rajaram Bridge
- Deshpande Udyan
- Dandekar Pul
- Swargate North
- Seven Loves Chowk
- PCB
- Race Course
- Fatima Nagar
- Ramtekdi
- Hadapsar
- Magarpatta South
- Magarpatta Main
- Magarpatta North
- Hadapsar Railway Station
- Sainath Nagar
- Kharadi Chowk
Line 5 Extension Stations:
- Paud Phata
- Karve Putla
- Dhunkar Colony
- Karve Nagar
- Warje
- Daulat Nagar
The DPR will be evaluated by various ministries, including the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the Ministry of Finance (MoF). After a thorough review, it will be recommended for final approval by the Central Government’s Cabinet. This step is essential for securing funding and advancing the project towards implementation.
