Pune Metro: Transforming Urban Mobility with Vanaz Metro Station
Pune, in the last decade, has seen a significant population increase with people migrating from different parts of India due to its excellent educational facilities and job opportunities. While the city is renowned for its research and development institutions, IT Parks, and automobile industries, it lacked sustainable infrastructure for easy transportation. This gap led to the inception of the Pune Metro project, a game-changer for urban mobility in Pune.
Pune Metro: An Overview
With the average travel time amounting to over 100 minutes a day, there was an urgent need for a safe, reliable, and affordable transport system. This necessity led to the Pune Metro project, managed by Maha Metro, which is responsible for the smooth implementation, execution, and operation of Phase-1 of the Pune Metro rail project. The Pune Metro aims to reduce traffic congestion, pollution, road accidents, travel time, and travel costs.
Pune Metro Route Map
Maha Metro started the Pune Metro project in December 2016. The Phase-1 of the Pune Metro rail project is a 33.1 km metro corridor divided into two lines. Line 1 has 14 stations and covers 17.4 km, from PCMC to Swargate. Line 2 has 16 stations and covers 15.7 km, from Vanaz to Ramwadi. The estimated completion cost of the Pune Metro project is around Rs 11,420 crore.
Operational Lines of Pune Metro
Lines 1 and 2 were partially made operational in March 2022, and the project was expected to be fully operational by March 2023. Currently, two Pune Metro routes are open for passengers:
- Vanaz to Garware College
- PCMC to Phugewadi Metro Station
Pune Metro Stations in Line 1 - Purple Line
Line 1 of the Pune Metro starts at PCMC and terminates at Swargate. Of the 14 stations, 5 are underground and 9 are elevated. The stations are:
- PCMC
- Sant Tukaram Nagar
- Bhosari (N.P.)
- Kasarwadi
- Phugewadi
- Dapodi
- Bopodi
- Khadki
- Range Hill
- Shivaji Nagar
- Civil Court
- Budhwar Peth
- Mandai
- Swargate
Pune Metro Stations in Line 2 - Aqua Line
Line 2 of the Pune Metro starts at Vanaz and terminates at Ramwadi. All 16 metro stations in this line are elevated. The stations are:
- Vanaz
- Anand Nagar
- Ideal Colony
- Nal Stop
- Garware College
- Deccan Gymkhana
- Chhatrapati Sambhaji Udyan
- PMC
- Civil Court
- Mangalwar Peth
- Pune Railway Station
- Ruby Hall Clinic
- Bund Garden
- Yerawada
- Kalyani Nagar
- Ramwadi
Ruby Hall Clinic to Ramwadi Stretch Inaugurated
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Ruby Hall Clinic to Ramwadi stretch on the Aqua Line on March 6, 2024, via video conference. The stretch has four stations: Bund Garden, Yerawada, Kalyani Nagar, and Ramwadi, spanning over 5.5 km. With this stretch open, the entire Aqua Line is operational, covering 15.7 km in the Vanaz to Ramwadi route.
Two New Stretches Inaugurated on August 1, 2023
The two stretches from Garware College to Ruby Hall Clinic and Civil Court to Phugewadi were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1, 2023. The stretch between Garware College and Ruby Clinic is 4.7 km and has seven stations: Garware College, Deccan Gymkhana, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Udyan, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), Civil Court, Mangalwar Peth, Pune Railway Station, and Ruby Hall Clinic. The new stretch in the Pimpri Chinchwad to Shivajinagar Court line is 6.9 km and has four new stations: Phugewadi, Dapodi, Bopodi, Shivaji Nagar, and Civil Court.
Pune Metro Stations in Line 3 - Red Line
The Pune Metro Line 3 will be 23.3 km long and will have 23 elevated stations. The stations are:
- Quadron
- Infosys Phase II
- Döhler
- Wipro Technologies
- Pall India
- Shivaji Chowk
- Hinjawadi
- Wakad Chowk
- Balewadi Stadium
- NICMAR
- Ramnagar
- Laxmi Nagar
- Balewadi Phata
- Baner Gaon
- Baner
- Indian Agricultural Research Institute
- Sakal Nagar
- Savitribai Phule Pune University
- Reserve Bank of India
- Agriculture College
- Shivaji Nagar
- Civil Court
Future Pune Metro Lines
- Pune Metro Line 1: Swargate to Katraj
- Pune Metro Line 3: Shivaji Nagar to Kadam Wakwasti
- Pune Metro Line 4: Swargate to Pul Gate
Pune Metro: One Pune Card Launched
The Pune Metro launched the One Pune NCMC Rupay card in association with HDFC Bank. The One Pune Card is a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) that can be used in metros and bus services across India. It can be purchased for Rs 150 plus 18% GST. The minimum top-up is Rs 50, and the maximum balance on the card is Rs 2,000. Among the other benefits of the card, members are also eligible for a 10% rebate on Pune metro tickets.
Pune Metro Application
You can book Pune Metro tickets using the Pune Metro official mobile app. The ticket is generated in QR Code form on the mobile app that has to be scanned at the entry gate of the metro station from where you want to take the metro. The app also provides details about the Pune Metro Stations, facilities they support, fare inquiry, feeder service provider, and tourist places in Pune.
Pune Metro Fare
- PMC to PCMC: Rs 30
- Vanaz to Pune station: Rs 25
- Deccan Gymkhana to PCMC: Rs 20
- Deccan Gymkhana to Vanaz: Rs 30
- Vanaz to PCMC: Rs 35
- Shivajinagar to Pune station: Rs 15
- PCMC to Pune station: Rs 30
- Shivajinagar to PCMC: Rs 30
- Shivajinagar to Vanaz: Rs 25
- Civil Court to PCMC: Rs 30
Maha Metro uses the automatic fare collection system, which is a combination of smart cards and computerized paper tickets. Pune Metro offers a 30% discount on Metro Fare for everyone on travels on Saturday and Sunday.
Pune Metro Time Table
With the Pune Metro increasing the frequency in both metro lines, check out the new Pune Metro time table effective January 1, 2024.
Pune Metro: Features
Under the Make in India policy, all the Pune Metro coaches are made in India. As Pune Metro provides connectivity through the most populated areas in the city, it has explored the underground option. The Pune Metro compartments are made of aluminum as opposed to steel coaches, which has advantages like less energy consumption, longer life, and less maintenance. Pune Metro plans to install around 11.2 MWp solar power generation on the elevated stations’ rooftops, thereby harnessing solar energy. This initiative aims to save Rs 20 crore every year towards energy costs. For 100% wastewater management, an anaerobic biodigester will be constructed according to an agreement between Maha Metro and the DRDO, ensuring zero discharge into the municipal wastewater system by all Pune Metro Stations.
Pune Metro Stations: Design
The design of a few metro stations has been inspired by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Chhatrapati Sambhaji Udyan Metro Station and Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station resemble the headgear worn by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s soldiers, known as Mavala Pagadi. The Shivaji Nagar underground Metro Station depicts the forts made by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Additionally, the Civil Court Metro Station is one of the deepest metro stations in India, with the deepest point at 33.1 m. The roof of the Civil Court Metro Station is designed to allow direct sunlight to fall on the platform.
Impact of Pune Metro on Real Estate
The real estate market in Pune, especially those next to the currently operational metro stations, has seen a positive impact. According to industry reports, since the metro rail was announced, property values in these areas have increased by more than 8%. Additionally, rental yields in these areas have also risen. In premium areas, the impact of the Pune Metro is yet to be fully ascertained. However, experts believe that even in such areas, once the Pune Metro is fully operational, there will be a shift in market prices due to reduced congestion, time savings, and lower pollution levels.
BhuMe.in POV
Pune Metro is changing the face of Pune city. By addressing traffic woes and connecting locations in two different directions effortlessly, the Pune Metro has significantly reduced travel time in the city. With the metro expanding through the three different lines - Purple Line, Aqua Line, and Red Line - the real estate impact around them is positive.
Pune Metro: Latest News
March 13, 2024 Maha Cabinet approves the extension of Pune Metro Phase-2. The Maharashtra Cabinet on March 11, 2024, approved the extension of Pune Metro Phase-2 from Vanaz to Chandni Chowk on one side and Ramwadi to Wagholi on the other. The total extension will be around 12.75 km. While the Vanaz to Chandni Chowk stretch will have 2 elevated stations, the Ramwadi to Wagholi stretch will have 11 elevated stations. The total project is estimated to be around Rs 3756.58 crore. DPR – 1 of the project has been submitted to the government.
March 4, 2024 PM Modi to lay the foundation stone for the extension of Pune Metro Phase-1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 6, 2024, will lay the foundation stone for the extension of Pune Metro Phase-1 between Pimpri Chinchwad Metro and Nigdi. This will be done through video conferencing. The Centre in late 2023 approved the extension of Pune Metro from Pimpri to Nigdi. The Pune Metro extension will spread over 4.413 km and will have three stations: Chinchwad, Akurdi, and Nigdi. These will be elevated metro stations. The extension will help decongest road traffic and provide seamless, easy, and comfortable connectivity, the PMO said.
December 27, 2023 Pune Metro increases frequency in Line-1 and Line-2. Starting January 1, 2024, the Pune Metro is adding a total of 63 more trips in its lines Metro 1 and Metro 2. While Metro Line-1 will have an extra 32 trips, Metro Line-2 will have an extra 31 trips. Thus, Pune Metro Line-1 will have a total of 112 trips, and Pune Metro Line-2 will have a total of 111 trips.
Pune Metro Contact Information
For any queries, contact Maha Metro at: Civil Court Interchange Metro Station Area, Near Kamagar Putala, Pune-411005
FAQs
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Conclusion
The Pune Metro, with its extensive network and modern infrastructure, is set to revolutionize urban transportation in Pune. The Vanaz Metro Station, along with other stations, plays a crucial role in this transformation. By reducing travel time, easing congestion, and promoting sustainable transportation, the Pune Metro is not just a mode of transport but a catalyst for the city’s growth and development.