PM likely to inaugurate Metro route till Swargate next week

Pune:

The much-awaited Pune Metro route till Swargate is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week. The inauguration is expected to take place on February 20, 2023, according to sources.

The Swargate-Pimpri Chinchwad stretch is the first phase of the Pune Metro project. This is one of the most important stretches as it connects the two major cities of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad.

The inauguration of the Swargate-Pimpri Chinchwad stretch will be a major milestone for the Pune Metro project. It will provide a much-needed boost to the public transport system in the city.

The Pune Metro is a rapid transit system that is being constructed in the city of Pune, Maharashtra, India. The project is being implemented by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). The Metro will have a total of three lines, with a total length of 54.5 kilometers.

The first phase of the Pune Metro project, which includes the Swargate-Pimpri Chinchwad stretch, is expected to be completed by the end of 2023. The remaining two phases of the project are expected to be completed by 2026.

The Pune Metro is expected to have a significant impact on the city's transportation system. It is expected to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and provide a more convenient and efficient way to travel.