Pune: Pimpri Market Vehicle-Free Weekend to kick off on Saturday with exciting lineup of events
Pimpri, 7th March 2025: Loads of activities and programs will be on offer on Saturday and Sunday as Pimpri Market’s first-ever Vehicle-Free Weekend is set to begin. Organized by the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), the event will be held on March 8 and 9, 2025, from 8 am to 9 pm, transforming the 500-meter stretch from Sai Chowk to Maharshi Valmiki Chowk into a pedestrian-friendly zone.
With the market free of vehicular traffic, citizens will be able to enjoy an uninterrupted shopping and recreational experience, complemented by cultural performances, interactive sessions, and wellness activities. The event will also serve as a pilot to explore the feasibility of permanent pedestrianization in the area.
PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh highlighting the significance of the initiative, said, “This is a trial initiative where PCMC will conduct detailed surveys to assess its impact. Feedback from citizens and stakeholders will be key in shaping future mobility strategies. We encourage citizens to participate and support the vision of a safer, cleaner, and more livable Pimpri Chinchwad.”
A weekend full of activities
PCMC has lined up a variety of engaging programs across the two days, including:
Zumba & Hasya Yoga sessions (starting 7 am)
Live music, street plays, and dance performances
Interactive sessions on road safety, sustainable mobility, and public transport
Women’s Day Special (March 8): Khel Paithanicha, cultural performances, quizzes, and live music
Shaded walkways, seating areas, and ample public amenities for a comfortable experience
‘Chai Pe Charcha’ with officials
A key highlight of the event is a special citizen dialogue, where residents can interact with PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh, Traffic DCP Bapu Vitthal Bangar, and other officials to discuss sustainable urban mobility and share feedback on the initiative.
Plan your visit
Location: 500m stretch from Sai Chowk to Maharshi Valmiki Chowk
Time: 8 AM – 9 PM
Dates: March 8-9, 2025
Public transport recommended:
Metro: Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Station
Bus Stops: Lal Mandir, Pimpri Market, Bhat Nagar
Designated parking areas:
Four-wheelers: HAL parking (near railway station), Croma parking
Two-wheelers: Pimpri Market parking
Traffic diversions in place:
Shagun Chowk: Right turn only for vehicles approaching from the flyover for market parking.
MG Road Residents: Limited access during specific hours.
River Road Access: Vehicles from Shagun Chowk must take a U-turn at Deluxe Chowk.
Four-wheeler parking route: Via Shagun Chowk → Deluxe Chowk → Ramabai Ambedkar Chowk → Sadhu Vaswani Road → Gaylord Chowk → Sai Chowk → HAL parking underpass.
Join the experience!
PCMC urges citizens to participate and experience the joy of a vehicle-free market, while contributing feedback on the future of urban mobility in Pimpri Chinchwad. Stay tuned to PCMC’s social media handles for updates.
