PMPML to reassess Ramwadi Metro-Pune Airport feeder
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal (PMPML) announced that due to the limited number of passengers utilising the recently launched bus feeder service from Ramwadi metro station to Pune Airport, they would reconsider the service if the passenger count remained low for two additional months.
They stated that currently, approximately 200 passengers are availing of the service on a daily basis. The route from Ruby Hall Clinic to Ramwadi metro, operated by the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Maha-Metro), was officially opened on March 6, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the chie..
Key Section of Samruddhi Mahamarg to open in February, says MSRDC JMD
The Joint Managing Director (JMD) of Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), Kailash Jadhav, announced that a 25-kilometer section of the Samruddhi Mahamarg, stretching from Bharvir to Igatpuri Town, is set to open for traffic in February.
Jadhav highlighted that only the girder laying of the Vehicular Over Bridge (VOB) remains pending for this particular stretch. He stated, "All other major works on this 25-km segment have been completed. Our goal is to open it to traffic by February."
This section of the expressway features various elements, including a flyo..
John Abraham Acquires Bungalow in Mumbai's Khar for Rs 708.3 million
Renowned actor John Abraham has made a high-profile real estate move, securing a palatial bungalow nestled in the posh neighbourhood of Khar, Mumbai. The transaction, valued at an impressive Rs 708.3 million, highlights the actor's penchant for luxurious living and substantial real estate investments.
The acquisition of this upscale property in one of Mumbai's most sought-after locations reflects John Abraham's discerning taste and strategic approach to real estate. The purchase adds to the actor's portfolio of exclusive properties and underlines the allure of Khar as a preferred addr..
GIS mapping of all National Highways to be completed soon
The government announced its intention to complete GIS mapping of all National Highways with the aim of enhancing planning, execution, and monitoring processes.
It was conveyed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) that project implementing units of various agencies, including the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), and National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), were instructed to indicate their jurisdiction on a dashboard.
The primary goal of this standard operating procedure (SOP) was t..
Highway Construction Accelerates Despite Election Season
Highway construction in India has not slowed down during the current election season, according to officials. Instead, there has been a noticeable acceleration in road infrastructure projects across the country.
Authorities highlight that the construction momentum has been maintained despite the electoral activities, underscoring the government's commitment to advancing infrastructure development. This proactive approach aims to enhance connectivity, facilitate economic growth, and improve transportation efficiency nationwide.
The surge in highway construction activity reflects s..