Pune Ring Road Project: Construction Phases, Timeline, Land Acquisition & Real Estate Impact

Commercial Dec 18, 2025

Pune, one of the fastest-growing cities in Maharashtra, is set to witness a major improvement in traffic management and urban connectivity through the Pune Ring Road project. This project is a large-scale infrastructure development designed to reduce traffic congestion in Pune city, provide smooth connectivity between major national highways, and promote real estate and commercial growth in the peripheral areas of Pune. The project is being implemented by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), covering both inner and outer ring roads.

Overview of Pune Ring Road Project

The Pune Ring Road is planned as a 264-kilometre circular highway, featuring six lanes and access-controlled sections for faster traffic flow. It is designed for a maximum speed limit of 120 kmph, making it one of the key expressway projects in Maharashtra aimed at improving long-distance travel around Pune without entering the city.

The ring road will connect several important national highways, including:

NH 48 (Pune-Bengaluru Highway)
NH 48 (Pune-Mumbai Highway)
NH 65 (Pune-Solapur Highway)
NH 60 (Pune-Nashik Highway)
NH 965 (Pune-Sashwad Palkhi Marg)
NH 753F (Pune-Ahmednagar Highway)

This connection will ensure seamless traffic movement for vehicles bypassing the city, reducing congestion in central Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and surrounding areas.

Parameter	Details
Total Length	264 km
Lanes	6
Design Speed	120 kmph
Owner	MSRDC
Status	Under Construction
Estimated Cost	INR 42,000 Crores
Number of Phases	4
Estimated Completion	2028

History and Development of Pune Ring Road

The concept of the Pune Ring Road was first proposed in 2007 to address Pune’s growing traffic and connectivity issues. With multiple highways converging at the city, traffic congestion became a major problem for daily commuters and long-distance travelers. Initially, the project faced delays due to funding issues, leaving it on hold for several years.

In 2021, the Maharashtra government approved a fund of INR 26,831 crore to restart the project and facilitate smooth progress. Additionally, INR 11,000 crore was allocated for land acquisition to compensate residents in 83 villages along the proposed route. This helped in acquiring most of the land and allowed construction work to begin in multiple sections.

Construction Phases of Pune Ring Road

The Pune Ring Road is being developed in four major phases, allowing parts of the highway to open for traffic before the full project is completed. The project is divided into two main corridors – the Western Corridor and the Eastern Corridor.

Phase	Route	Length
Phase 1	Theurphata – NH 9 – Kesnand – Wagholi – Charholi – Bhavdi – Tulapur – Alandi – Kelgaon – Chimbli – NH 50	46 km
Phase 2	NH 50 – Chimbli Moi – Nighoje – Sangurde – Shelarwadi – Chandkhed – Pachne – Pimploli – Rihe – Ghotawde – Pirangutphata	48 km
Phase 3	Pirangutphata – Bhugaon – Chandni Chowk – Ambegaon – Katraj	21 km
Phase 4	Ambegaon – Katraj – Mangdewadi – Wadachiwadi – Holkarwadi – Wadkinaka – Ramdara – Theurphata – NH 9	11 km

The Western Corridor is progressing quickly, with construction expected to be completed by May 2026. On the other hand, the Eastern Corridor will take slightly longer due to land acquisition and clearance issues, with a completion timeline of May 2028.

Land Acquisition and Funding Details

Land acquisition is a critical step in the Pune Ring Road project. Notices have been sent to nearly 5,000 residents across 32 villages, and landowners will be compensated for approximately 1,900 hectares of land. The total land acquired for the project is around 1,740 hectares, including government, private, and forest land.

The project cost has increased to INR 42,000 crore, nearly double the original estimate of INR 20,000 crore. Funding for the project’s four development phases is being shared between the central government and state initiatives, with around 75% of the funds coming from the Centre and the remaining 25% through town planning schemes.

Features and Infrastructure of Pune Ring Road

The Pune Ring Road will feature several key infrastructure elements designed to improve connectivity and reduce traffic congestion:

14 multi-level interchanges
3.75 km tunnel road
8 major flyovers
6 bridges
17 tunnels, 18 viaducts, and 4 roadways overbridges

Once operational, these facilities will drastically reduce travel time between the outskirts and central Pune, particularly in high-traffic areas like Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Real Estate Impact Along Pune Ring Road

The Pune Ring Road is expected to have a significant impact on real estate development in and around Pune. Areas such as Lonikand, Pirangut, Sivapur, and Pimpri-Chinchwad are likely to witness rapid residential and commercial development.

Some major township and real estate projects planned along the ring road include:

Mhalunge-Mann Township, covering 700 acres
Two new townships in Holkarwadi
Residential projects in Autande Handewadi and Vadachiwadi

The project will make peripheral areas more attractive to investors and homebuyers by providing easy connectivity to central Pune. It is also expected to moderate property prices in the city’s posh areas, giving first-time homebuyers more opportunities.

The government has earmarked around INR 450 crore for infrastructure improvements along the ring road, which is expected to generate over INR 10,000 crore in economic activity within five years.

Challenges and Current Progress

While the Western Corridor has made significant progress, the Inner Ring Road, managed by PMRDA, faces delays due to pending clearances from defense and forest authorities. Local opposition from residents regarding land compensation and alignment changes has also slowed progress. To address these issues, the government is offering Double Transferable Development Rights (TDR) to landowners, which allows faster acquisition and project advancement.

Construction is ongoing in multiple packages, with phased openings planned to allow early sections of the road to reduce traffic congestion even before full project completion.

Conclusion - Pune Ring Road Project

The Pune Ring Road project is set to transform the city’s infrastructure, improve traffic management, and boost economic growth. By connecting all major highways around Pune, it will allow vehicles to bypass the city, reducing congestion in central areas. The project also supports real estate growth along its corridor, making peripheral areas like Lonikand, Pirangut, and Pimpri-Chinchwad attractive for investors and residents.

With the Western Corridor expected by 2026 and the Eastern Corridor by 2028, the Pune Ring Road will play a crucial role in shaping Pune’s urban future, improving transportation, and creating new residential and commercial hubs along the city’s outskirts.