Archive · 23 Dec 2025
PMPML To Launch 25 Double-Decker Buses In Pune From March 2026
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) is planning to introduce 25 double-decker buses in Pune by March 2026.
Initially, they had planned to introduce only 10 buses, but after a successful trial run, they decided to increase the number.
These buses will be operated on five major routes across the city, with five buses on each route.
The buses will be procured on a rental basis.
Passengers have expressed concerns about the fare, which was ₹100 during the trial run, and have urged the authorities to keep the fares affordable.
The new buses are expected to provide a more comfortable and efficient public transport system for Pune citizens.
PMPML plans to introduce 25 double-decker buses in Pune by March 2026.
The buses will be operated on five major routes, with five buses on each route.
Initially, only 10 buses were planned, but the number was increased to 25 after a successful trial run.
The buses will be procured on a rental basis.
Passengers have expressed concerns about the affordability of the fares, which were ₹100 during the trial run.
- Who
- Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML)
- What
- Launch of 25 double-decker buses
- When
- March 2026
- Where
- Pune, India
- Why
- To enhance passenger convenience and increase carrying capacity on key city routes
- Organization
- Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML)
- Number of Buses
- 25
- Launch Date
- March 2026
- Routes
- Five major routes across Pune
- Buses per Route
- 5
- Procurement Method
- Rental basis
- Initial Plan
- 10 double-decker buses
- Trial Run Fare
- ₹100