The central government is planning to build India’s longest flyovera massive 31-kilometre elevated road on the Pune–Nagar National Highway. The project is designed to tackle the chronic traffic congestion faced by commuters traveling between Pune and nearby industrial towns.
According to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, the elevated corridor will form part of a broader plan to improve highway infrastructure around Pune and reduce pollution and traffic bottlenecks in the city.
The project is expected to significantly improve the movement of vehicles on one of the busiest highway corridors in Maharashtra.
Route: From Pune to Shirur
The flyover will be constructed along the 53-km stretch between Pune and Shirur on the Pune–Nagar highway. Out of this, 31 km will be elevatedmaking it the longest flyover corridor in the country.
The elevated road is expected to start near Kharadi in Pune and extend toward Ranjangaon MIDC near Shirura major industrial hub.
This section currently experiences heavy traffic due to a mix of urban vehicles, long-distance transport trucks, and industrial freight movement.
Six-Lane Elevated Highway
The proposed flyover will be a six-lane elevated highwaydesigned to support high-speed traffic and reduce delays caused by signals, intersections, and local traffic.
By separating through-traffic from local roads, the elevated corridor will allow smoother vehicle movement and significantly cut travel time for commuters and transport vehicles.
The project is part of a larger infrastructure push involving multiple highway projects worth around ₹45,000 crore aimed at improving connectivity around Pune.
Boost for Industry and Logistics
The Pune–Nagar corridor connects several key economic zones, including IT hubs, residential areas, and major industrial clusters like Ranjangaon MIDC.
Improved connectivity through the elevated corridor could benefit logistics operations, reduce transportation costs, and support industrial growth in eastern Maharashtra.
Better road infrastructure is also expected to attract new investments and support faster movement of goods between Pune, Ahmednagar, and other regions.
A Major Infrastructure Milestone
If completed as planned, the 31-km elevated corridor will surpass existing elevated roads in Indiasetting a new benchmark for highway infrastructure in the country.
For Pune residents and daily commuters, the project promises to bring long-awaited relief from traffic congestion while strengthening regional connectivity and economic activity.
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