The Union Cabinet on Wednesday (November 26, 2025) approved Phase 2 of the Pune Metro Rail project at a total estimated cost of ₹9,857.85 crore.
Lines 4 (Kharadi–Hadapsar–Swargate–Khadakwasla) and Line 4A (Nal Stop–Warje–Manik Baug) would be completed in this phase.
Covering a total length of 31,636 km with 28 overhead stations, Line 4 and 4A will connect IT hubs, commercial zones, educational institutions and residential clusters across East, South and West Pune.
The project will be implemented by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro), which will carry out all civil, electrical, mechanical and system works. Pre-planning activities such as site surveys and detailed design consultancy are already underway.
It will be completed within five years at an estimated cost of Rs.Rs.9,857.85 crore, jointly funded by the Government of India, Government of Maharashtra and external bilateral/multilateral funding agencies, an official statement said here.
These lines are a vital part of Pune’s Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) and will seamlessly integrate with the operational and approved corridors at Kharadi bypass and Nal Stop (Line 2) and Swargate (Line 1). They will also provide an interchange at Hadapsar Station and connect with the future corridors towards Loni Kalbhor and Saswad Road, ensuring seamless multi-modal connectivity across the metro, rail and bus network.
According to projections, daily ridership on Line 4 and 4A is expected to be a combined 4.09 million in 2028, increasing to nearly 7 million in 2038, 9.63 million in 2048, and over 11.7 million in 2058.
With this latest approval, the Pune Metro network will expand beyond the 100 km mark, a significant step in the city’s journey towards a modern, integrated and sustainable urban transport system.
Published – 26 Nov 2025 22:25 IST
