Resolution in Sight for Katraj Traffic Woes as Land Acquisition Gains Momentum
After 28 years, the Katraj traffic issues in Pune are finally seeing a resolution as the land acquisition process is completed. The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has paid ₹20 crore to acquire a 3,968 square feet land parcel, which will be handed over t
Traffic CongestionLand AcquisitionPmcKatraj JunctionNhaiReal Estate NewsFeb 25, 2025
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has successfully completed the land acquisition process, which has been a significant bottleneck in the area's traffic flow.
An official from the PMC's land acquisition department stated that the Maharashtra government's revenue department has completed the demarcation and measurement of the land in Katraj.
The acquired land, located at Survey No.
1/2 B (part), falls under the 60-metre Development Plan (DP) road.
The acquisition was carried out under the guidance of Pune Municipal Commissioner Dr.
Rajendra Bhosale, Additional Commissioner Prithviraj BP, and officials from the land acquisition and management department.
With the land now under PMC control, traffic congestion at Katraj Chowk is expected to ease significantly, benefiting commuters on the Katraj-Kondhwa route.
This long-awaited development is set to improve the overall traffic situation in the region.
A resident, Sumit Singh, commented, \
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the land acquired in Katraj?
The land acquired in Katraj, located at Survey No. 1/2 B (part), falls under the 60-metre Development Plan (DP) road. It is a significant bottleneck in the area's traffic flow and is crucial for the construction of a flyover to ease traffic congestion.
How much compensation was paid for the land acquisition?
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) paid ₹20 crore as cash compensation to the owner of the 3,968 square feet land parcel.
What is the plan for the acquired land?
The acquired land will be handed over to the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) for the construction of a six-lane flyover at Katraj Junction. The flyover will stretch 1,326 metres in length and 24.20 metres in width, running from the Pune-Mumbai Bypass to the Kondhwa-Katraj Road.
Who are the key officials involved in the land acquisition process?
The key officials involved in the land acquisition process include Pune Municipal Commissioner Dr. Rajendra Bhosale, Additional Commissioner Prithviraj BP, and officials from the land acquisition and management department.
What are the expected benefits of the flyover construction?
The construction of the flyover is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion at Katraj Chowk, benefiting commuters on the Katraj-Kondhwa route and improving the overall traffic situation in the region.
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