- Maha Metro to Execute Line 3 Extension to Loni Kalbhor: The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is set to approve the proposal for the Metro Line 3 extension from Shivajinagar to Loni Kalbhor by Maha Metro, consolidating efforts for better project execution.
- Consolidation Under Maha Metro: The decision to consolidate plans under Maha Metro comes after both PMRDA and Maha Metro submitted proposals for the extension, with the state government directing Maha Metro to take the lead.
- Project Cost Sharing: The estimated cost of the 31-km extension will be shared by the state and Central governments, with approval expected to speed up the tendering process.
- Key Features of the Metro Line 3 Extension: The extension will connect key areas of Pune, improving access to the Purandar airport and strengthening connections between IT hubs like Hinjewadi and Hadapsar.
- Ongoing Metro Projects: Maha Metro will handle the Loni Kalbhor extension alongside other city-wide Metro expansions, aiming to ensure efficient management of resources and timelines.
- Strategic Importance of the Extension: The Shivajinagar-Loni Kalbhor extension will boost urban transport, support regional development, and focus on efficiency with Maha Metro’s unified execution strategy.
- Timeline and Future Steps: The state government has approved multiple Metro extensions, with final clearance from the Centre expected soon to fast-track approvals and allow tenders to be floated. The project under Maha Metro’s leadership is a significant step in transforming Pune’s urban transport landscape.
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