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    Pune-Lonavala Railway: State Infrastructure Committee Clears INR 5100 Crore Expansion Project

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    Pune-Lonavala Railway

    Pune: The long-awaited Pune-Lonavala Railway Project has moved forward after nearly 28 years, with the Maharashtra state government’s infrastructure committee granting approval for the third and fourth railway lines.

    Revised DPR Submitted by MRVC

    The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has submitted a revised detailed project report (DPR) for the Pune-Lonavala Railway Project to the state government.

    Also Read: Nigdi to Chakan Metro Corridor DPR Submitted: 75 Per Cent of Pimpri-Chinchwad to Get Access

    The 63-kilometer stretch is estimated to cost ₹5,100 crore for constructing two additional tracks. The project will commence after receiving cabinet approvals from both the state and central governments, which could take up to six months.

    Pune-Lonavala Railway: Need for Capacity Expansion

    The Pune-Mumbai railway corridor currently operates beyond its capacity. With 79 mail/express trains and 41 local services running daily, the line has been under heavy pressure. The initial approval for expansion was given in 1997-98, but the project was delayed due to multiple hurdles. Now, the approval marks a major revival.

    Benefits of the New Tracks

    With the completion of the Pune-Lonavala Railway Project, the section will have four lines in total. Express and goods trains will run on the new lines, while local trains will continue on the existing ones. The segregation of services will reduce delays, increase capacity, and save passengers’ time.

    Also Read: Pune Comprehensive Mobility Plan: 312 km Metro Network, 80 km BRTS, 19 Flyovers

    Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol, who consistently pursued the project, said the expansion was essential to address the growing number of passengers. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw were also approached for approvals.

    Execution and Land Requirement

    According to MRVC’s Chief Public Relations Officer Sunil Udasi, MRVC will implement the project once necessary approvals are received. A total of 68.91 hectares of land will be required for execution.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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