Pune News Today: The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (MahaMetro) is preparing to start construction of a double-decker flyover along Paud Road as part of the metro expansion project from Vanaz to Chandni Chowk. This flyover will be situated between Kachara Depot and Lohia IT Park, aimed at alleviating persistent traffic congestion in the area.

MahaMetro has submitted the design plan for the flyover to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). The goal is to tackle severe traffic jams along Paud Road, a vital route that connects to the Pune-Mumbai Highway. The 1.5 km stretch between Lohia IT Park and Kachara Depot often experiences heavy traffic due to numerous signals and high population density.

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Originally, PMC had proposed a single-level flyover to address the traffic issues. However, with the ongoing metro expansion, MahaMetro has suggested a double-decker design, similar to the flyover at Nal Stop. This new structure will efficiently support both metro operations and regular vehicular traffic.

According to a Pune Pulse report, the estimated cost for constructing the flyover near Kothrud Depot is Rs 85 crore. Once completed, it is expected to significantly enhance traffic flow in the area, providing much-needed relief for commuters on Paud Road.

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In a separate news, a tragic hit-and-run occurred early this morning near Nyati Esteban Society in Undri, resulting in the death of a morning walker. The accident took place around 6:40 AM, leaving the victim critically injured with severe head trauma. Although he was rushed to Sassoon Hospital, he was pronounced dead on arrival. With no personal belongings to identify him, police are currently examining CCTV footage from nearby areas to find the vehicle involved. Local residents have expressed concerns over road safety, noting a potential blind spot in the area. Investigations are still ongoing.