Shivjayanti 2025 Traffic Updates in Pune: Road Closures, Parking Arrangements, Route Changes, and PMPML Diversions
Shivjayanti 2025 Traffic Updates in Pune: Road Closures, Parking Arrangements, Route Changes, and PMPML Diversions
PUNE: In preparation for the grand celebrations of Shivjayanti 2025, the Pune City Traffic Police have announced multiple road closures, traffic diversions, and PMPML route changes to ensure public safety and smooth vehicular movement. The traffic plan, effective from 6 am on Wednesday until the conclusion of the processions, aims to manage the large crowds expected to participate in the festivities commemorating Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s birth anniversary.
The traffic regulations, announced by Pune City Police Deputy Commissioner (Traffic) Amol Zende, include alternate routes for key roads such as Nehru Road, Laxmi Road, Shivaji Road, and Bajirao Road, along with special arrangements for public transport and parking. Emergency vehicles will be exempt from these diversions.
Traffic Diversion Details for Shivjayanti 2025 in Pune:
- Traffic from Jijamata Chowk to Swargate via Shivaji Road will be diverted from SG Barwe Chowk, Jangali Maharaj Road, Khandoji Baba Chowk, and Tilak Road following the ‘Jai Bharat, Jai Shivaji’ Padyatra.
- Vehicles traveling from Ganesh Road to Phadke Huad and Jijamata Chowk will be redirected via Daruwala Bridge.
- During processions on Laxmi Road, traffic will be diverted through Sant Kabir Chowk and Samarth Division.
- Vehicles from Puram Chowk to Shivajinagar via Bajirao Road will be diverted from Puram Chowk, Tilak Road, Alka Talkies Chowk, and Fergusson College Road.
- Traffic from Appa Balwant Chowk to Budhwar Chowk and Bajirao Road to Futka Buruj will be redirected via Kelkar Road.
Parking Arrangements for Shivjayanti 2025 in Pune:
To facilitate attendees, temporary parking zones have been set up at the following locations:
- Sangamwadi Parking (for commuters from the eastern side)
- FC Ground Parking (for those traveling via FC Road)
- Nadipatra Parking (for visitors from Shivaji Nagar)
- Agri College Ground (for those approaching from JM Road)
PMPML Bus Route Changes for Shivjayanti 2025:
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) will operate on alternative routes to ensure continued public transport services. Commuters are advised to check the updated PMPML schedules and plan accordingly.
Traffic Changes for ‘Jai Shivaji – Jai Bharat’ Padyatra:
A special padyatra (‘Jai Shivaji – Jai Bharat’) will take place from 7 am to 2 pm, covering the following route:
- COEP Ground → SG Barve Chowk → ASPMS College (Shivaji Statue) → SG Barve Chowk → Modern Chowk → Jhansi Rani Chowk → Khandoji Baba Chowk → Goodluck Chowk → FC Ground
- During the padyatra, traffic on FC Road and JM Road will be restricted from 7 am to 2 pm.
Police Advisory for Commuters:
The Pune City Traffic Police urge commuters to:
- Plan alternate routes to avoid congested areas.
- Use public transport to reduce traffic load.
- Follow traffic personnel instructions for a smooth and safe commute.
Note: Emergency service vehicles are exempt from all diversions.
This detailed traffic advisory aims to ensure a safe and efficient traffic flow during Shivjayanti 2025 celebrations in Pune. Stay updated with real-time alerts from Pune City Traffic Police on social media platforms for further notifications.
