Hey Pune peeps, gather around for some local news! The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has given the green light to spend ₹1.25 crore on fixing up the riverbed road that runs from Bhide Bridge to Rajput Colony. Sounds great, right? Well, not so fast. The project is currently at a standstill because the PMC hasn’t signed a formal agreement with the contractor yet.
In the meantime, the PMC’s Road Department has started patching up the potholes on the road. Some people are scratching their heads wondering why they’re spending money on a road that’s supposed to be completely reconstructed. According to the Road Department, they’re just responding to all the complaints from drivers who are fed up with the bumpy ride.
The riverbed road is a lifeline for commuters traveling between Kothrud, Karve Road, Karve Nagar, and central Pune and Shivajinagar. It’s about a kilometer long and has seen better days. That’s why the PMC approved the reconstruction project in the first place.
But here’s the kicker – the road is supposed to be closed for a while during the reconstruction, but work can’t start until that pesky contract is signed. So, in the meantime, they’re filling potholes to keep everyone happy.
Over a lakh two-wheeler riders use this road every day, so you can imagine how important it is. The PMC promises that once the reconstruction is done, the road will be smooth sailing for years to come.
However, some folks are raising eyebrows at the PMC’s decision to do temporary repairs so close to the reconstruction project. It’s got people wondering if the PMC needs to work on their planning and resource allocation.
Well, that’s the latest scoop on the riverbed road drama in Pune. Stay tuned for more updates!
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