Pune: PMRDA Plants 5,500 Trees For Pune Metro Line 3; QR Code System Enables Public Tracking Of Green Cover
Pune: PMRDA Plants 5,500 Trees For Pune Metro Line 3; QR Code System Enables Public Tracking Of Green Cover
Pune, April 6, 2026: In a significant push toward sustainable infrastructure, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority has planted 5,500 new trees as part of the Hinjawadi to Shivajinagar Metro Line 3 project, balancing urban development with environmental conservation.
The metro corridor, considered a major future backbone of Pune’s public transport system, led to the impact on 1,305 trees during construction of pillars, stations, and access structures. Out of these, only 557 trees were cut, while 748 were carefully relocated and replanted.
To compensate for the environmental impact, authorities undertook large-scale plantation drives across multiple locations in the city, including forest areas, government land parcels, and institutional campuses.
Officials reported encouraging results: all newly planted trees have survived, reflecting a 100% success rate, while around 80% of the transplanted trees have also survived. In some areas, particularly in Hinjawadi Phase 2, replanted trees have begun to bear flowers and fruits, indicating successful adaptation.
The project also incorporates technology-driven monitoring. Each tree has been geo-tagged and fitted with a QR code. By scanning the code, citizens can access detailed information about the tree species, its ecological benefits, and other relevant data. A comprehensive digital database of the plantation has been developed in collaboration with technical partners.
According to PMRDA Commissioner Abhijit Chaudhari, the initiative demonstrates how infrastructure growth can go hand-in-hand with environmental responsibility. He noted that the healthy growth of transplanted trees is a strong indicator of the project’s success.
The initiative is being seen as a model for sustainable urban development, showcasing how large-scale projects can integrate ecological preservation into planning and execution.
