Maharashtra to Launch 'Access Control Grid' for 8-Hour Statewide Travel
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announces a new statewide infrastructure project aimed at reducing travel time across Maharashtra to just 8 hours, inspired by the success of the Samruddhi Mahamarg.
MaharashtraInfrastructureAccess Control GridReal EstatePublic TransportReal Estate MaharashtraJun 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' project?
The 'Access Control Grid' is a statewide infrastructure project in Maharashtra aimed at reducing travel time across the state to just 8 hours by developing an access-controlled highway grid.
How has the Samruddhi Mahamarg impacted travel time?
The Samruddhi Mahamarg has significantly reduced travel time between Mumbai and Nagpur from 18 hours to just 8 hours.
What other development models is the government mirroring in Pune?
The government is mirroring the development models of Mumbai and Thane in Pune, focusing on metro expansion and road improvements.
What steps is the government taking to resolve the PMRDA development plan issue?
The government is assuring swift intervention to resolve the long-pending litigation of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority’s (PMRDA) development plan.
What is the government’s larger vision for Maharashtra's development?
The government’s larger vision is to ensure balanced, well-connected, and sustainable development across Maharashtra by improving transport infrastructure, streamlining regulations, and encouraging private sector participation.
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