In a major boost for commuters — especially those working in the IT sector — the much-awaited Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar Metro Line 3 is now set to begin operations by May 2026, offering significant relief from the city’s chronic traffic congestion.

The 23.2-kilometre elevated Metro corridor, being developed by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, has entered its final phase of completion. Once operational, the corridor will connect the bustling Rajiv Gandhi IT Park in Hinjewadi to the city centre at Shivajinagar, drastically reducing travel time.