PCMC to launch road widening and upgradation project in Pimple Saudagar
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Pimpri, 20 September 2024 :- Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has taken another step toward improving infrastructure and easing traffic congestion in Pimple Saudagar with the planned development of the road from Shivar Chowk to Govind Garden Chowk (Kunal Icon Road). The project, approved with an estimated budget of Rs 55 crore, aims to widen and modernize the 18-meter and 12-meter wide roads. This will include provisions for pedestrian-friendly footpaths, planned parking spaces, and a drainage system to manage rainwater efficiently.
The project, which is expected to commence on by the end of September 2024 and will be complete within 30 months. It will help alleviate the heavy traffic congestion in this fast-growing residential and commercial area. The road connects to major routes, including the Wakad to Nashik Phata Road and the old Mumbai-Pune and Mumbai-Bengaluru highways, making it a crucial thoroughfare.
PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh expressing his optimism about the project’s impact, said, “This road development will significantly reduce traffic congestion, provide residents with a safer and smoother commuting experience, and ultimately contribute to a greener, more sustainable Pimpri Chinchwad. We are committed to ensuring that such infrastructure projects are completed efficiently, keeping in mind the growing needs of our citizens.”
The project will also see the installation of utility pipes, stormwater drainage, street lighting, and directional signboards, among other essential services. This initiative is part of PCMC’s larger vision to transform Pimpri Chinchwad into a well-planned, modern urban area while addressing the infrastructural challenges of rapid urbanization.
The project will be funded through the Urban Transport Fund (UTF), and work will be executed under the guidance of the PCMC’s Civil Project Department.
While speaking to Shatrughna Kate, he mentioned that in response to the growing population in the Pimple Saudagar area, he had consistently followed up with the administration regarding the ongoing traffic congestion on Kunal Icon Road. He added that the municipal corporation has now taken a positive step to upgrade and modernize the road, addressing the concerns of the residents.
Highlights of the Pimple Saudagar Road Development Project (Shivar Chowk to Govind Garden Chowk – Kunal Icon Road):
Project Cost: Rs 55 crore (Administrative Approval), with a tender amount of Rs42.43 crore.
Accepted Tender Cost : Rs. 33.67 Cr
Project Start : September 2024 (proposed)
Expected Completion Duration : 30 months
Scope of Work:
Widening of the road to 18 meters and 12 meters
Construction of pedestrian-friendly footpaths (urban design standards).
Installation of planned parking spaces.
Stormwater drainage system for efficient rainwater disposal.
Carriageway concrete paving using the PQC technique.
Laying of utility pipes for water supply, drainage, and OFC.
Street lighting and installation of signboards.
Dedicated parking
Primary Benefits:
Reduced traffic congestion.
Improved safety for pedestrians and smoother commutes.
Reduced air pollution.
Funding Source: Urban Transport Fund (UTF).
