Hey there, Pune peeps! If you’re planning to hit the streets for the upcoming Ganesh Utsav celebrations, you might want to take note of some changes in the bus routes. With the influx of people flocking to witness this grand festival, the Pune Police Traffic Branch has implemented some new rules to tackle the inevitable traffic congestion.
During the festive period, heavy vehicles will be banned from certain roads during rush hours, which may affect some of Pune’s bus routes. So, here’s a quick rundown of the bus numbers and route changes you need to know about:
1. Bus Route Numbers: 2, 2A, 2B, 11, 11A, 216, 298, 354, Metro 13, 21, 37, 38, 88, 297, 28, 30, 10
– Buses on these routes will be diverted via Jangali Maharaj Road, Balgandharva Chowk, Deccan, Sambhaji Bridge, and Tilak Road to Swargate Chowk during Ganesh Utsav.
– After Tilak Road is closed, buses will travel through Lal Bahadur Shastri Road to Dandekar Bridge.
2. Bus Route Numbers: 3, 6
– Buses on these routes will be discontinued when the roads are closed.
3. Bus Route Number: 55
– This bus will bypass Shanipar Chowk and Mandai and travel through Nataraj Stand instead.
4. Bus Route Numbers: 8, 81, 94, 108, 143, 144, 144A, 144C, 283
– Buses will take an alternate route from Pune Railway Station back to Kothrud during road closures.
5. Bus Route Numbers: 9, 174
– Route 174 will have an alternate route if Laxmi Road is closed, passing through Modern Bakery Chowk and Swargate Chowk.
6. Bus Route Numbers: 7, 117, 202
– Buses will divert via Mhatre Bridge, Swargate, Shankar Sheth Road, and Seven Loves Chowk during road closures.
7. Bus Route Numbers: 12, 42, 299
– Buses on these routes will travel via Dandekar Bridge, Senadutta Police Chowky, Mhatre Bridge, and Deccan during road closures.
And the list goes on! So, if you’re planning to hop on a bus during Ganesh Utsav, make sure to check these route changes beforehand. Stay safe and enjoy the festive vibes in Pune!
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