Bhide Bridge Closed for Six Weeks: Alternative Routes Announced
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Pune – The Bhide Bridge, an important link connecting Deccan Gymkhana and Shaniwar Peth across the Mutha River, has been closed to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic starting April 20. The closure will remain in effect until June 6 to facilitate the construction of a new foot overbridge by Pune Metro.
The new foot overbridge aims to improve pedestrian access between the Peth areas—such as Shaniwar Peth, Narayan Peth, and Laxmi Road—and the Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station. According to Pune Metro officials, this is part of a larger infrastructure development plan to enhance connectivity across the river.
In addition to this project, two more foot overbridges are under construction. One of them, connecting Shaniwar Peth to the Bal Gandharva Metro Station, is nearly complete and expected to open soon.
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Traffic Diversions and Alternate Routes:
During the closure period:
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Riverside roads will remain open for vehicular traffic.
Pedestrians are advised to use alternate crossings such as Z-Bridge, Lakdi Pool, and Bal Gandharva Bridge.
Motorists heading towards Deccan Gymkhana can take the Tilak Chowk–Khandojibaba Chowk route or use the Kakasaheb Gadgil Bridge.
Those coming from Narayan Peth can opt for Kelkar Road or the Maharshi Vitthal Ramji Shinde Bridge.
Pune Metro has appealed to commuters to cooperate and follow the designated diversion routes to help reduce congestion during the construction period. The new foot overbridge is expected to be completed within two months.
