Pune's Underground Revolution: Yerawada-Katraj Tunnel Plan Expands, New Routes Added

• PMRDA revises the 54-kilometer Yerawada-Katraj underground route plan to tackle Pune's traffic congestion.
• The project, estimated at Rs 32,000 crore, now explores connecting key east-west city roads, not just north-south.
• PUMTA meeting emphasized feasibility studies and alternative ratings before finalizing the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
• Focus includes optimizing exit points, studying 6-7 new sub-routes, and integrating with the city's parking policy.
• The underground route aims to cut Yerawada-Katraj travel time from 1.5-2 hours to 20-25 minutes, diverting 60-70% surface traffic.