Pune: The alternate transport system at Pune University Square, implemented on a trial basis a month ago, will remain in force till the construction of the integrated two-storey flyover is completed.
Traffic diversion through the junction in front of the main entrance of Savitribai Phule Pune University as well as the connected roads of Pashan, Baner, Aundh and Ganeshkhind Road (which are collectively the heaviest traffic in the city). One of them) was piloted to build an integrated project from December 24 last year, the proposed work of building a two-storey flyover, grade separator and an underpass.
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Around 2.8 lakh vehicles pass through the area daily
Two flyovers (one at Pune University Junction and the other opposite E-Square) on Ganeshkhind Road were demolished. The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has approved an integrated infrastructure plan of Rs 426 crore. It was decided to jointly with PMC to construct a two storey flyover with top floor for elevated metro rail corridor, connecting Hinjewadi to Shivaji Nagar and first floor for vehicular traffic. The first flyover was demolished by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). According to Pune City Traffic DCP Rahul Shrirame, around 2.8 lakh vehicles pass through the area daily. The traffic signal cycle duration for this junction was previously 170 seconds.
Traffic jam due to long signal
This allowed the traffic flow from Aundh to once turn red after 170 seconds, leading to traffic jams during peak hours. Now with the advent of this major infrastructure project, vehicles will have even less space. He said that this alternate traffic flow plan was brought out only after a detailed analysis of the traffic flow. Whereas a section of passengers will have to cover a slightly longer distance due to circular traffic route. This arrangement has definitely reduced the traffic jams and the signal cycle has been reduced by more than half. Sriram said that with these results of the trial, they are planning to continue this alternate flow till the work is completed.
Route was changed experimentally
Traffic control branch officials said a 30-month deadline has been given by the agencies involved, but they expect the work to be completed within 35 to 40 months, considering various factors, including the pandemic. According to the information received, the local residents have also responded positively to the circular traffic plan after initial apprehensions. The traffic police will continue to take feedback from the people to make the journey safe and hassle free.