Pune–Satara Rail Line Doubling Complete After 8 Years

24 Jun 2025 CW Team

Central Railway has completed the long-delayed doubling of the Pune–Satara railway line, covering a total length of 145 kilometres. The Commissioner of Railway Safety granted clearance for operations following an inspection on 17 June, confirmed Pune Divisional Railway Manager, Rajeshkumar Verma.

Trial runs and technical checks are scheduled to begin shortly, paving the way for the start of regular train services on the newly doubled track.

The railway doubling project was originally sanctioned with a budget of Rs 24.8 billion. However, due to multiple delays over the course of eight years, the project cost nearly doubled to Rs 48 billion. In total, 280 kilometres of railway lines were doubled as part of the larger infrastructure upgrade.

Kishore Marne, a frequent traveller on this route, remarked, “The delays from single-line operations were a constant issue. With the second line now in place, I expect better punctuality, fewer cancellations, and a more reliable schedule.”

The completion of the Pune–Satara line is anticipated to significantly enhance rail connectivity, improve the frequency of services, and benefit both passenger and freight transport across the region.

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