PMPML Launches E-Bus Route Between Wagholi and Hinjawadi Phase 3

30 Jul 2025 CW Team

The new route was officially inaugurated at 10:00 AM by Vadgaon Sheri MLA Bapu Pathare, in the presence of PMPML Deputy Managing Director Nitin Narvekar and CEO Asha Raut. The service will deploy four smart AC electric buses operating at one-hour intervals throughout the day.

Several dignitaries attended the event, including Sandeep Satav, Shantaram Katke, Pandharinath Katke, and senior PMPML officials such as Chief Transport Manager (Operations) Satish Gawhane, Traffic Planning Officer Narayan Karde, PRO Kishor Chauhan, and Wagholi Depot Manager Vijaykumar Madge. Local residents and daily commuters also participated in the launch.

Major Stops on Route 328:

Wagholi – Diamond Water Park – Lohegaon – Dhanori Gaon – Vishrantwadi – Dighi – Bhosari – Shivraj Chowk – Mankar Chowk – Infosys Phase 1 & 2 – Hinjawadi Maan Phase 3

According to PMPML, the new route aims to bridge the commuting gap between Pune’s eastern and western zones, particularly benefiting professionals working in the Hinjawadi IT Park. Citizens are encouraged to utilise the service for a cleaner, more reliable commute.

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