PMRDA to Implement Eight New Town Planning Schemes for Ring Road Land Acquisition

Why 8 TP Schemes for Ring Road?

The implementation of eight new town planning schemes by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is crucial for the development of the Pune Ring Road. This project aims to enhance connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and promote sustainable urban growth in the Pune Metropolitan Region.

These plans are focused on areas designated as growth centers, aligning with the region's urban expansion strategy. While six TP schemes for the ring road were already proposed and are awaiting final approval from the state government, the addition of eight more schemes marks a significant step forward in accelerating the project's progress.

Key Facts and Figures

• Villages: Dhamane, Godumbre, Darumbre, Salumbre, Sangawade, Nere and Bavdhan Budruk

• Ring Road Length: 128.08 kilometers.

• Road Width: 65 meters.

• Land Acquisition: 1,653 hectares required, with 1,190 hectares already acquired (approx. 72%).

• Project Cost: ₹10,500 crore.

• Completion Timeline: Expected by 2028.

How It Happened

The PMRDA initiated the ring road project to address the growing traffic issues in Pune. Building on the success of TP schemes in Mahalunge and Maan, PMRDA has outlined 20 town planning schemes in its draft development plan for organized growth along ring road. The ring road project involves the acquisition of land from private, government, and forest areas.

Despite challenges, significant progress has been made for ring road, with 72% of the required land already acquired. The project is being developed in collaboration with the MSRDC, which has taken over a 40-kilometer stretch for development.

What to Change

To ensure the successful implementation of the ring road project, the following changes are expected:

• Approval of Regional Development Plan: for 8 new TP schemes, the PMRDA to begin land acquisition and implementation process as soon as regional development plan receives final approval

• Streamlined Land Acquisition: Accelerate the acquisition process to avoid delays.

  
  

Key Takeaways

• Ring road is driving Pune's growth outwards primarily towards west, some parts of south and east.

• New TP schemes has potential for luxury housing as western Pune is already has many completed projects by renowned national developers including Godrej, Gera, Lodha

• Prices increased by 15% to 25% since 2023 along ring road including Mahalunge, Bavdhan among others, indicating significant potential depending on better infrastructure availability.

Abbreviations

• PMRDA: Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority

• MSRDC: Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation

• DPR: Detailed Project Report

• TP Scheme: Town Planning Scheme

Key Terms Used

• Town Planning Scheme: A detailed plan for the development and use of land in a specific area.

• Land Acquisition: The process of acquiring land for public projects.

• Sustainable Urban Growth: Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

This article was published on The Bridge Chronicle on Oct 3, 2024.

1: Source: The Bridge Chronicle article on PMRDA’s ring road project. 2: Source: The Metro Rail Guy article on PMRDA Pune Ring Road status update.