Maharashtra to Build 'Access Control Grid' for 8-Hour Travel Across State: Eknath Shinde
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced an ambitious infrastructure project to develop an 'Access Control Grid' of highways, drastically reducing travel time across Maharashtra to just 8 hours.
MaharashtraAccess Control GridEknath ShindeInfrastructureTransportationReal Estate PuneJun 07, 2025
Shinde made the announcement while speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the new executive committee of CREDAI Pune Metro. Also present at the event were CREDAI President Manish Jain, former president Ranjit Naiknavare, along with Satish Magar and Lalitkumar Jain.
He said the Mumbai-Pune Expressway had already transformed connectivity and boosted the growth of the IT and services sectors in Pune, which in turn fueled a boom in real estate development. “Now, the Samruddhi Mahamarg is bringing about another wave of change. Building on that model, the state will soon implement an access-controlled highway grid, allowing travel from any corner of the state to another within just eight hours,” Shinde stated.
The government also intends to mirror the development models of Mumbai and Thane in Pune, with ongoing projects like metro expansion and road improvements. “Public transport is being strengthened and will increasingly be adopted by citizens. This will reduce the number of small vehicles on the roads and ease traffic congestion,” he added.
On the issue of Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority’s (PMRDA) long-pending development plan, currently stuck in litigation, Shinde assured swift governmental intervention to resolve the matter. “We will make every effort to ensure Pune’s roads are pothole-free and that citizens face minimal inconvenience,” he said.
Addressing concerns raised by the real estate sector, Shinde promised expedited permissions for developers. “We will take prompt steps to address issues faced by builders and ensure that all necessary approvals are granted in a timely manner,” he assured.
The government’s larger vision, Shinde emphasized, is to ensure balanced, well-connected, and sustainable development across Maharashtra by improving transport infrastructure, streamlining regulations, and encouraging private sector participation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 'Access Control Grid'?
The 'Access Control Grid' is an ambitious infrastructure project in Maharashtra aimed at developing a network of highways to reduce travel time across the state to just 8 hours.
How will the Access Control Grid benefit Pune?
The Access Control Grid will improve connectivity, boost the growth of IT and services sectors, and fuel real estate development in Pune, similar to the impact of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
What other infrastructure projects are planned for Pune?
Ongoing projects include metro expansion and road improvements, mirroring the development models of Mumbai and Thane. The government also plans to strengthen public transport to reduce traffic congestion.
How will the government address the PMRDA’s long-pending development plan?
The government has assured swift intervention to resolve the litigation and ensure that Pune’s roads are pothole-free and that citizens face minimal inconvenience.
What steps will be taken to support the real estate sector?
The government has promised expedited permissions for developers and will take prompt steps to address issues faced by builders, ensuring timely approvals.
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