Hey Pune folks, exciting news coming your way! Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has given the green light to fast-track the redevelopment of Shivajinagar and Swargate ST bus stands. The foundation stone is all set to be laid on 1st May 2025, so mark your calendars!
This decision was made after a high-level meeting in Mumbai, attended by key officials including Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik and MLA Siddharth Shirole. The project, estimated at a whopping ₹600 crore, aims to modernize Pune’s public transport infrastructure over the next three years.
With Pawar at the helm, authorities have been instructed to finalize all agreements and submit the project proposal within the next eight days. The plan for the Shivajinagar bus stand has been in the works since 2019, and this directive marks a significant step forward in addressing years of delays.
Transport Minister Madhuri Misal stressed the importance of integrating the Swargate bus and metro stations, while MLA Siddharth Shirole mentioned that an MoU between MSRTC and MahaMetro is in the works to formalize their partnership.
Overall, this redevelopment project is expected to greatly enhance commuter convenience and streamline connectivity across Pune. So get ready for some major upgrades in your daily commute!
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