Commuters Advised To Use Alternate Routes In Pune During Palkhi Processions Today And Tomorrow

Pune, 12th June 2023: As the palkhis (processions) of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj prepare to arrive in Pune today, the Pune city police’s traffic branch has taken steps to ensure the safe movement of the processions. Temporary road closures and diversions have been implemented in various parts of the city, requiring commuters to plan alternate routes.

Both palkhis will enter the city today and commence their journey towards Pandharpur on Wednesday. To facilitate public awareness and convenience, the city police have provided a live tracking link for monitoring the progress of both palkhis. The link can be accessed here: https://diversion.punepolice.gov.in/.

Outlined below are the details regarding road closures and diversions during the palkhi processions in Pune:

Until the arrival of Sant Tukaram Palkhi at Bopodi Chowk via old Mumbai-Pune highway from Pimpri Chinchwad-

Closed route: Bopodi Chowk to Khadki Bazar. 

Alternative route: Utilize the internal road via Church Chowk.

Until Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi reaches College of Engineering Pune (COEP) Chowk:

Closed route: Old Mumbai-Pune Road will be closed for incoming vehicles to Pune. Alternative route: Bhau Patil Road, Aundh Road, Bremen Chowk.

For RTO to Engineering College Chowk:

Alternative routes: Shahir Amar Shaikh Chowk (Juna Bazaar Chowk) and Kumbhar Ves, or Jehangir Chowk and Ambedkar Setu.

Upon the arrival of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi:

Closed route: Kalas Phata to Bopkhel Phata on Alandi Road. Alternative route: Utilize Dhanori Road and internal routes. 

Closed route: Mental Hospital Corner to Alandi Junction. Alternative route: Jail Road and Airport Road. 

Closed route: Sadalbaba Chowk to Patil Estate. Alternative route: Parnakuti Chowk to Garrison Engineer Chowk.

Traffic arrangements for the joint passage of both palkhis after their convergence near Wakdewadi/COEP Chowk. These changes will be implemented from 12 pm on June 12.

Closed route: Range Hill Chowk to Sancheti Chowk. Alternative route: Khadki Underpass and Poultry Farm Chowk. 

Closed route: Khandoji Baba to Veer Chaphekar Chowk. Alternative route: Karve Road and Senapati Bapat Road.

Both the Palkhis will travel via Wakdewadi, Sancheti Hospital Chowk, Agriculture College Chowk (Veer Chaphekar Chowk), FC Road. Both Palkhis will crossover to Peth areas via Laxmi road tonight and stay in Nana Peth and Bhawani Peth. They will leave on June 14 (Wednesday).

Commuters are advised to plan their journeys accordingly, considering the road closures and diversions in place during the palkhi processions. The Pune city police are committed to ensuring a smooth and safe experience for both the devotees and the general public during this religious event.