Pune Metro Line 2: Vanaz Metro Station and Beyond
Traffic congestion is a major challenge for Pune city. With the city growing and newer pockets opening up for commercial and residential developments, one of the biggest challenges is sustainable public transport. The Pune Metro has been designed to combat traffic, provide convenience, and ease commuting. The Pune Metro is being managed by the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) under the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA).
Pune Metro Network Overview
The Pune Metro Network has two operational lines – the Purple Line and the Aqua Line. The latter is also known as the Pune Metro Line 2. This article details the Pune Metro Line 2, the number of stations, and the work status.
Pune Metro Line 2: Key Facts
| Name | Pune Metro Line 2/Pune Metro Aqua Line |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.7 km |
| Stations | 20 |
| Operational stations | All |
| From | Vanaz to Ramwadi |
| Metro type | Rapid Transit Metro System |
| Construction type | Elevated |
| Operator | Maha Metro |
| Rolling stock | Titagarh Firema |
| Interchange | 1 at Civil Court |
Pune Metro Line 2 (Aqua Line): Recent Developments
Modi Inaugurates Extension on March 6
Taking it further, PM Modi on March 6, inaugurated the 5.5 km extension of the Aqua Line from Ruby Hall Clinic to Ramwadi through video conferencing. The four stations in this route will include Bund Garden, Yerawada, Kalyani Nagar, and Ramwadi. Once operational, the entire stretch of the Aqua Line will span over 15.7 km from Vanaz to Ramwadi.
This is Pune’s second mass transit system. Partial operations of the Aqua Line from Vanaz to Garware College started on March 6, 2022. This stretch was extended till Ruby Hall Clinic and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1, 2023.
Pune Metro Line 2: Route Map
Source: Pune Metro official website
Pune Metro Line 2: Operational Stations
| Stations | Interchange/Connections |
|---|---|
| Vanaz | No |
| Anand Nagar | No |
| Ideal Colony | No |
| Nal Stop | No |
| Garware College | No |
| Deccan Gymkhana | No |
| Chhatrapati Sambhaji Udyan | No |
| PMC | No |
| Civil Court | Pune Metro Purple Line, Pune Metro Red Line |
| Mangalwar Peth | No |
| Pune Railway Station | Pune Junction Railway Station |
| Ruby Hall Clinic | No |
| Bund Garden | No |
| Yerawada | Rainbow BRTS |
| Kalyani Nagar | Rainbow BRTS |
| Ramwadi | Rainbow BRTS |
The Pune Metro Aqua Line is a well-planned elevated route. Spread over 15 km, the Pune Metro Aqua Line has 20 stations. It stretches from Vanaz on the west-end corridor to Ramwadi. These are the two terminal stations on the Pune Metro Aqua Line. The Aqua Line has an interchange station at Civil Court for people to board the Pune Metro Purple Line.
Pune Metro Line 2 to Extend: Vanaz - Chandni Chowk, Ramwadi - Wagholi
The Maharashtra government on March 11 approved an extension on both sides of Pune Metro Aqua Line. Note that this line started complete operations on March 6, 2024, when it was virtually flagged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Pune Metro Phase-2 extension on both sides will cover a total of 12.75 km. There will be 13 new stations as part of this extension. The project cost is estimated at Rs 3756.58 crore.
Pune Metro Phase-2: Vanaz to Chandni Chowk Extension
The Vanaz to Chandni Chowk stretch spanning 1.12 km will have 2 elevated stations:
- Kothrud Bus Depot Station
- Chandani Chowk Station
Pune Metro Phase-2: Ramwadi to Wagholi Extension
The Ramwadi to Wagholi stretch spanning 11.36 km will have 11 elevated stations:
- Viman Nagar Station
- Somnath Nagar Station
- Kharadi Bypass Station
- Tulaja Bhavani Station
- Ubale Nagar Station
- Upper Kharadi Road Station
- Wagheshwar Temple Station
- Wagholi Station
- Siddharth Nagar Station
- Bakori Phata Station
- Vitthalwadi Station
Pune Metro Phase-2 Extension: Detailed Project Report
Source: Pune Metro X
Source: Pune Metro X
Pune Metro Aqua Line: Timetable
Checked out the new timetable effective January 1, 2024, below.
Source: Pune Metro official X (previously Twitter)
Pune Metro Aqua Line: Fare
The Pune Metro Aqua Line fare is based on the travel length. The fare ranges between Rs 10-35. One can book single or return tickets from the counter. Day and monthly passes are also available. Metro tickets can be bought through Metro Smart Cards that can be recharged at any Pune Metro station.
Areas highlighted in blue show fares for Pune Metro Line 2.
Note that Pune Metro offers a concession of 30% on the metro tickets to everyone on Saturday and Sunday.
Pune Metro Aqua Line (Line 2): Real Estate Impact
With better connectivity and shorter commute times, the real estate markets near Pune Metro Line 2 areas have seen significant growth. Real estate demand has directly impacted property prices and rents. Aggressive development activities are going on in this belt.
According to BhuMe.in data, average property prices and property price ranges in these areas are as follows.
For Property Purchase
| Location | Average price/sqft | Price range/sqft |
|---|---|---|
| Kothrud | Rs 12,674 | Rs 4,132-19,629 |
| Erandwane | Rs 17,353 | Rs 10,560-84,615 |
| Deccan Gymkhana | Rs 17,172 | Rs 10,185-23,437 |
| Sinhagad Road | Rs 8,081 | Rs 4,571-11,625 |
| Bibwewadi | Rs 9,116 | Rs 2,849-21,333 |
| Mangalwar Peth | Rs 8,637 | Rs 4,285-18,004 |
| Sangamvadi | Rs 13,866 | Rs 4,444-29,069 |
| Yerwada | Rs 7,592 | Rs 1,166-14,361 |
For Rent
| Location | Average rent | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Kothrud | Rs 26,083 | Rs 11,500-90,000 |
| Erandwane | Rs 47,222 | Rs 15,000-Rs 1 lakh |
| Deccan Gymkhana | Rs 42,911 | Rs 3,000-80,000 |
| Sinhagad Road | Rs 18,347 | Rs 6,000-65,000 |
| Bibwewadi | Rs 19,242 | Rs 8,000-40,000 |
| Mangalwar Peth | Rs 20,816 | Rs 3,500-50,000 |
| Sangamvadi | Rs 44,610 | Rs 10,000-75,000 |
| Yerwada | Rs 24,984 | Rs 5,000-60,000 |
Pune Metro Aqua Line: Latest News
December 27, 2023
Pune Metro Aqua Line: Increase in Frequency
Starting January 1, 2024, the frequency of the Pune Metro Aqua Line will be improved with additional trips added to the Pune Metro Line 2. There will be an additional 31 trips that will be handled by Pune Metro Line 2. Presently, the line has 80 trips in a day and with this added frequency, the number will reach 111 trips in a day.
The Pune Metro Line 2 will see a metro every 7.5 minutes during peak hours and every 10 minutes during non-peak hours.
Conclusion
The Pune Metro Line 2, also known as the Aqua Line, is a significant step towards solving Pune’s traffic woes. With its extensive network, including the Vanaz Metro Station, and future expansions, it promises to make commuting easier and more efficient. The real estate market is already feeling the positive impact, and with increased frequency and better connectivity, the future looks bright for Pune’s public transport system.