PUNE, Nov 26: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the construction of two new corridors Line 4 (Kharadi–Hadapsar–Swargate–Khadakwasla) and Line 4A (Nal Stop–Warje–Manik Baug)—as part of Phase-2 of the Pune Metro Rail Project, marking a major push for urban mobility in India’s thriving city of Pune.
At a press briefing, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called the approval a transformative step, noting that the two lines will cover a combined 31.636 kilometers with 28 elevated stations. “These corridors will connect key IT hubs, commercial centers, educational institutions, and residential areas across East, South, and West Pune,” Vaishnaw said.
The project, estimated at ₹9,857.85 crore, will be funded jointly by the Central Government, Maharashtra Government, and external bilateral and multilateral agencies. The new lines are integral to Pune’s Comprehensive Mobility Plan and will integrate seamlessly with existing and upcoming metro routes. Strategic interchanges at Kharadi Bypass, Nal Stop, Swargate, and Hadapsar Railway Station will enhance connectivity across metro, rail, and bus networks, easing commuter flow and congestion.
Traversing major corridors including Solapur Road, Magarpatta Road, Sinhagad Road, Karve Road, and the Mumbai–Bengaluru Highway, Lines 4 and 4A aim to promote sustainable and safe urban transport. Ridership is projected to grow from 4.09 lakh daily passengers in 2028 to over 11.7 lakh by 2058, with the Kharadi–Khadakwasla stretch alone expected to handle 9.33 lakh passengers daily.
The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) will oversee the project, which has already commenced preliminary activities, including topographical surveys and detailed design planning.
With this expansion, Pune Metro’s network will exceed 100 kilometers, reinforcing its role as a modern, efficient, and eco-friendly public transport system. Vaishnaw added, “These new corridors will save commuting time, reduce traffic snarls, and provide citizens with a reliable, affordable, and green travel option. They will become the lifelines of Pune, reshaping urban mobility and driving the city’s growth for decades to come.”