Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Pune Metro Line 3 Trial Run Successful
The Pune Metro Line 3, which connects the Hinjawadi IT hub to Shivaji Nagar, has completed a successful trial run.
This is a big step towards starting the metro service by March 31.
The trial checked safety, technical aspects, and performance.
The metro will help many people traveling to work and reduce traffic problems.
The stations and facilities are almost ready, and more than 10 train sets have been received.
The project is being managed by PMRDA, Tata Group, and Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited.
Pune Metro Line 3 completed a successful trial run between Maan Depot and Pune University Chowk.
The 23.3 km elevated corridor project is in its final stages and aims to start passenger service by March 31.
Trials focused on safety, technical inspection, and performance, with all checks passed successfully.
The metro will connect the Hinjawadi IT hub to Shivaji Nagar, alleviating traffic congestion and benefiting thousands of commuters.
More than 10 train sets have been received, with a total of 22 planned for the project.
- Who
- Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), Tata Group, Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited
- What
- Successful trial run of Pune Metro Line 3
- When
- March 2025
- Where
- Pune, India
- Why
- To connect Hinjawadi IT hub to the city and alleviate traffic congestion
- Route
- Hinjawadi to Shivaji Nagar
- Length
- 23.3 km
- Trial Run Date
- March 2025
- Operational Target
- March 31, 2025
- Train Sets Received
- More than 10
- Total Train Sets Planned
- 22