Ganeshotsav 2025: Pune Metro Records Record-Breaking 3.68 Lakh Passengers In Single Day
Pune Metro Records Highest Ridership Of 5.9 Lakh On Anant Chaturdashi
Pune, September 1, 2025: Pune Metro witnessed an unprecedented passenger surge during this year’s Ganesh Festival, recording a footfall of 3,68,516 commuters in a single day on Saturday.
- Pimpri–Swargate Line (Line 1): 2,01,343 passengers
- Vanaz–Ramwadi Line (Line 2): 1,67,173 passengers
The sharp rise in metro ridership highlights commuters’ growing preference for a cleaner, faster, and air-conditioned travel option compared to PMPML buses, which continue to face challenges such as breakdowns, outdated fleets, high fares, and frequent traffic delays.
Special Travel Advisory for Devotees
Pune Metro has issued travel guidelines to ensure smoother movement during Ganeshotsav:
- Devotees arriving from PCMC to Swargate are encouraged to alight at Kasba Peth station and walk to nearby mandals for darshan.
- https://x.com/metrorailpune/status/1962044108782153774?t=aULn9hDnyKImR7dMkHslSA&s=19
- Those travelling on the Vanaz–Ramwadi route can use PMC, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Udyan, or Deccan Gymkhana stations for easy access.
- Passengers are urged to opt for digital tickets, WhatsApp booking, or the One Pune Card to avoid long queues.
- https://x.com/metrorailpune/status/1961325472652140845?t=3sGzpiMII-mTvErG3ll5mw&s=19
Priority use of lifts is recommended for senior citizens, women, and persons with special needs, while others are advised to use escalators or stairs to maintain smooth crowd flow.
