Pune: PM Modi’s Visit Leads to Security Orders and Parking Arrangements
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Pune on September 26, 2024, strict security measures have been put in place. Starting from 00.00 AM on September 25 until 24.00 PM on September 26, private space flights such as paragliding, hot air balloon safaris, drones, and microlight airplanes are prohibited across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the Pune rural district. This order was issued by District Magistrate Dr. Suhas Diwase to ensure the safety of VIPs and maintain law and order during the event.
Parking Arrangements for PM Modi’s Visit
To accommodate the large number of citizens expected to attend PM Modi’s visit, the Pune District Collector has also issued orders regarding parking arrangements across the city. The following locations have been designated for vehicular parking:
- Riverside Area
- Bhide Bridge
- Patil Plaza
- New English School Tilak Road
- DP Road near Mhatre Bridge
- New English School Ramanbaug
- Harjeevan Hospital
- Savarkar Chowk
- PMPML Maidan
- Pooram Chowk
- Nilayam Talkies
- Vimalatai Garware School
- Abasaheb Garware College
- Kataria School
- Minerva Parking
- Mandai
- Hamalwada
Pune Metro: New Underground Line to Be Inaugurated
During his visit, PM Modi will inaugurate a new underground Metro corridor running from the Civil Court to Swargate, extending the Pune Metro rail services. This new phase, part of the PCMC-Swargate line, will ease commutation for passengers across the city. Additionally, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for an elevated route, which will further enhance the connectivity in Pune.
The PCMC-Swargate Metro corridor spans 17.4 kilometers and includes 14 stations. Starting from September 26, the section between District Court and Swargate will be operational, allowing seamless commutation between key areas like Budhwar Peth and Manda. There are plans for future extensions, including routes from PCMC to Nigdi and Swargate to Katraj.
According to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, PM Modi is also expected to address rallies during his visit.
