25 Pune Bridges Found Needing Urgent Repairs

24 Jun 2025 CW Team

A senior PWD official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, “The recommendations from the audit have been submitted to the government, and with approvals secured, the repair work will commence soon.”

Pune district has a total of 830 bridges—115 categorised as large and 715 as small. A 2024 audit of 31 bridges raised serious structural concerns, particularly in Junnar tehsil, where nine bridges were found in critical condition and in need of urgent reinforcement.

In addition, 16 other bridges located in Bhigwan, Indapur, Shirur, Baramati, and Daund were flagged for minor repairs. One significant finding was the poor condition of the large bridge at Tulapur, which spans the Indrayani River on State Highway 116. The PWD has written to the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), recommending a ban on heavy vehicle movement over the bridge to prevent accidents.

According to officials, all bridges in the district are inspected twice a year—before the monsoon in April–May and after the monsoon in October–November. Those found to be structurally weak during these checks are referred for a detailed audit, which then determines whether they require demolition, extensive reinforcement, or simple repairs.

Bappa Bahir, Superintending Engineer of the PWD, stated, “Most minor repairs have been completed, and major repairs in Junnar tehsil have already started. However, some of the critical repair work is still pending due to funding constraints. Once the funds are received, remaining works will resume.”

Structural audits involve rigorous testing, including both destructive and non-destructive methods, to assess the condition and durability of bridge materials. The process is crucial in ensuring public safety and the longevity of transport infrastructure.

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Twenty-five bridges across Pune district have been identified as requiring urgent repairs, according to a recent structural audit conducted by the Public Works Department (PWD). With planning and approvals already in motion, the department is expected to begin repair works shortly.A senior PWD official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, “The recommendations from the audit have been submitted to the government, and with approvals secured, the repair work will commence soon.”Pune district has a total of 830 bridges—115 categorised as large and 715 as small. A 2024 audit of 31 bridges raised serious structural concerns, particularly in Junnar tehsil, where nine bridges were found in critical condition and in need of urgent reinforcement.In addition, 16 other bridges located in Bhigwan, Indapur, Shirur, Baramati, and Daund were flagged for minor repairs. One significant finding was the poor condition of the large bridge at Tulapur, which spans the Indrayani River on State Highway 116. The PWD has written to the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), recommending a ban on heavy vehicle movement over the bridge to prevent accidents.According to officials, all bridges in the district are inspected twice a year—before the monsoon in April–May and after the monsoon in October–November. Those found to be structurally weak during these checks are referred for a detailed audit, which then determines whether they require demolition, extensive reinforcement, or simple repairs.Bappa Bahir, Superintending Engineer of the PWD, stated, “Most minor repairs have been completed, and major repairs in Junnar tehsil have already started. However, some of the critical repair work is still pending due to funding constraints. Once the funds are received, remaining works will resume.”Structural audits involve rigorous testing, including both destructive and non-destructive methods, to assess the condition and durability of bridge materials. The process is crucial in ensuring public safety and the longevity of transport infrastructure.

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