Cemindia Projects Limited (formerly ITD Cementation India Limited) has been awarded the contract for the Swargate–Katraj underground extension of the Pune Metro. Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) officials confirmed that the letter of engagement will be signed this month, followed by a work order next month. Construction work is expected to begin by the end of the year.
The 5.5 km underground stretch, part of Pune Metro’s Phase II expansion, aims to ease congestion on Satara Road and improve north–south connectivity by linking Swargate with Katraj through densely populated areas. Once operational, the corridor will cut travel time between Swargate and Katraj from 45 minutes to less than 15 minutes — offering faster, smoother, and safer commuting for Punekars.