Pune: Major Traffic Diversions In City On August 1 For Annabhau Sathe Jayanti Celebrations

Pune, July 31, 2025 — Pune city will witness major traffic changes on August 1 due to processions and events marking the birth anniversary of social reformer Lokshahir Annabhau Sathe. Several city roads, particularly around Sarasbaug, will remain closed to facilitate floral tributes and rallies organised by social organisations, local groups, and political parties.

As per the directive issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Himmat Jadhav, traffic changes will be implemented from 7 AM onwards. Emergency service vehicles including fire brigades, ambulances, and police will be exempt from these restrictions.

The key affected route is the stretch from Jedhe Chowk to Sarasbaug via Balaji Vishwanath Path, which will remain closed to general traffic. Commuters are urged to plan ahead and follow alternative routes.

Key Traffic Diversions:

Jedhe Chowk to Sarasbaug: Closed for traffic.

To Sinhgad Road from Jedhe Chowk: Use Satara Road – Volga Chowk – Mitramandal Chowk – Savarkar Chowk.

From Sinhgad Road to Swargate: Diverted via Dandekar Bridge – Nath Pai Chowk – Na.Ci. Phadke Chowk – Puram Chowk – Tilak Road – Jedhe Chowk.

Flyover entry from Jedhe Chowk to Sarasbaug: Closed.

From Katraj: Vehicles must turn left at Volga Chowk.

Vega Center to Sarasbaug Grade Separator: Closed.

Alternative: Use Rashtra Bhushan Chowk to Hirabag Chowk.

Savarkar Chowk to Puram Chowk: Fully closed.

Suggested Route: Nath Pai Chowk – Savarkar Chowk – Dandekar Bridge – Na.Ci. Phadke Chowk – Kalpana Hotel – Tilak Road – Puram Chowk.

Dandekar Bridge to Savarkar Chowk: Closed.

Traffic at Dandekar Bridge and Savarkar Chowk: Two-way from 3 PM to midnight.

Vehicles on Nilayam Bridge heading to Savarkar Chowk: Will be diverted via Parvati Gaon.

Authorities have requested citizens to follow signages and plan travel accordingly to avoid delays.