Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Pune Metro Line 3 Receives Safety Clearance, Phase Nears Launch
People in Pune have to drive a lot, and it can be slow.
A new train line, called Metro Line 3, is almost ready.
The first part of the line, from Maan to a museum, has passed safety checks.
The whole line will have 23 stops and will help people travel faster in busy areas like Hinjawadi and Baner.
The project costs about 8,313 crore rupees and is built with help from private companies.
Soon, trains will start running and people can buy tickets with cards, UPI, cash, or a special card that works on all Pune metros.
A mobile app will let people book tickets for all three metro lines in one place.
The line should make commuting easier and reduce traffic jams.
12‑station Maan‑to‑R.K. Laxman Museum stretch cleared safety inspection by CMRS.
Line 3 will connect 23 stations across Pune’s western corridor, easing traffic in Hinjawadi, Wakad, Baner and Balewadi.
Project cost ₹8,313 crore, built under PPP DBFOT framework.
Passenger services to begin soon; ticketing via UPI, cards, cash and NCMC.
Pune Metro app will integrate all lines at Civil Court, enabling single‑app booking.
- Who
- Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA)
- What
- Safety clearance for Pune Metro Line 3 Phase 1, with passenger services soon to begin
- When
- Recently, with services expected soon
- Where
- Pune, India – Maan to R.K. Laxman Museum corridor
- Why
- To ease traffic congestion in Pune’s western areas and improve public transport
- Line length
- 23.203 km
- Stations
- 23
- Phase 1 stations
- 12
- Project cost
- ₹8,313 crore
- Construction model
- PPP DBFOT
- Safety clearance
- CMRS
- Ticketing options
- UPI, cards, cash, NCMC