The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has begun repair works on the Pune Solapur highway, targeting worn sections between Pune and Solapur. The programme covers the main carriageway and adjoining service lanes and includes both routine maintenance and structural interventions. Authorities said work has started this week and will be managed to maintain traffic movement. Field engineers have been deployed to survey damage and prioritise repairs based on structural assessments and traffic intensity. Repairs comprise pothole filling, resurfacing of damaged stretches, strengthening of shoulders and repair of drainage channels to prevent waterlogging. Road signage and road furniture will be replaced where damaged and pavement markings will be renewed to restore lane discipline. Traffic management plans will be implemented at work zones with temporary diversions and controlled speed limits. Work will use polymer modified surfaces and quality aggregates where required to extend pavement life and reduce life cycle costs. The agency is coordinating with state public works departments and local administrations to stagger works and minimise disruption for commuters and freight operators. Contracting firms with highway maintenance experience have been mobilised and material supplies arranged to maintain continuity of work. The programme will be carried out in phases along priority stretches and monitored through regular inspections. Progress updates will be shared with district administrations and made available through designated control rooms. NHAI said the interventions aim to enhance safety and provide smoother travel for motorists and commercial traffic on a key economic corridor. Officials advised motorists to plan journeys, heed temporary signage and follow directions from traffic personnel during the repair period. Local stakeholders welcomed the initiative and highlighted the importance of sustained maintenance to protect investment in the highway. Emergency response teams have been placed on standby to clear incidents quickly and reduce secondary delays.