PMPML Plans Route Revamp And Feeder Service Expansion Under New Leadership

Following the leadership change in March 2026, PMPML is focusing on improving efficiency and commuter convenience. The new strategy emphasizes feeder services to metro stations, shorter waiting times, and better coverage across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the PMRDA region.  

Route Rationalisation  
PMPML will redesign its bus network to eliminate overlapping routes and improve direct connectivity. The revamp aims to make buses effective feeders to metro stations, ensuring seamless integration between bus and metro travel.  

Fleet Expansion  
The transport body plans to induct 2,500 new buses by April–May 2026. This expansion will reduce waiting times to 8–10 minutes and add at least 100 new routes, covering underserved areas and improving accessibility.  

Commuter Benefits  
The reforms are expected to ease congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and provide faster, more reliable public transport options. Analysts believe the integration of bus and metro services will transform Pune’s urban mobility landscape.  

Key Highlights 

• PMPML announces route revamp under new CMD Mahesh Awhad  
• Focus on feeder services to metro stations  
• 2,500 new buses to be added by April–May 2026  
• Waiting time expected to reduce to 8–10 minutes  
• Expansion to cover Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and PMRDA region  

Sources: Hindustan Times, Pune Times Mirror, The Bridge Chronicle