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Sinhagad Road Flyover Delays Trigger Public Outcry and MNS Agitation Threat

Frustrated commuters face 6 km traffic jams as PMC cites pending finishing work, while political factors and grassroots pressure escalate tensions.

The sudden closure caused massive logjams, leaving commuters stranded for nearly four hours. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
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Overview

  • The Sinhagad Road flyover in Pune, completed in March, remains unopened due to pending streetlights, signage, and painting work.
  • Commuters suffered severe traffic jams stretching up to 6 kilometers and lasting hours, intensifying public frustration.
  • Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has warned they will forcibly open the flyover if it is not inaugurated within a week.
  • A viral video shows frustrated locals using the unfinished flyover, highlighting growing anger over the delays.
  • PMC officials state the flyover may open within 7–10 days, but no fixed date has been announced for the inauguration.