The upgraded corridor has been developed strictly in line with UCI and Cycling Federation of India (CFI) norms. Road resurfacing and quality improvements were undertaken to achieve a 2–2.5 International Roughness Index (IRI) suitable for professional cycling. A key engineering challenge involved bringing over 500 utility chambers and manholes to road-surface level to ensure uninterrupted and safe riding conditions. To address this, PCMC formulated and implemented a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for chamber and manhole alignment, which will now be replicated across other city roads.
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The project entails an estimated investment of Rs 61.40 crore. Road works were divided into three separate packages, each with a 60-day execution timeline. From budget preparation and transparent tendering to on-ground implementation, all stages were completed within approximately three months.
During execution, PCMC coordinated extensively with departments handling water supply, drainage, electricity, CCTV networks and other underground utilities. To minimise inconvenience to citizens and prevent traffic congestion, major works were carried out during night hours in coordination with the traffic police.
In addition to resurfacing, the project scope included footpath repairs, removal of speed breakers and rumble strips, repainting of medians and kerbs, installation of international-standard signage and road markings, signal upgrades, and urban design elements such as murals, cycling sculptures, cycle stands, bus stops, and plantation of trees and shrubs, enhancing both safety and city aesthetics.
Working in a 24×7 operational mode, teams from the Civil Engineering Department, along with engineers, contractors and project management consultants, brought the project to its final stage within the stipulated timeline.
The roads developed under the Pune Grand Tour initiative will continue to benefit citizens well beyond the event, offering safer, smoother and pothole-free travel.
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“The Pune Grand Tour 2026 is not just a cycling event but a reflection of Pimpri Chinchwad’s infrastructure strength, planning capacity and ability to deliver international-standard projects within tight timelines. Developing 52 km of roads as per UCI norms in a limited period was a major challenge, which our engineering teams successfully met through coordinated effort and quality execution. These roads will continue to serve citizens with safer and smoother travel long after the event.”
— Shravan Hardikar, Municipal Commissioner, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation
“Completing a 52-km international-standard cycling corridor in just 60 days was technically demanding. Special emphasis was placed on ride quality, surface uniformity and safety as per UCI and CFI standards. By coordinating multiple underground utilities and executing works without disrupting traffic, the project demonstrates PCMC’s efficiency, planning and commitment to quality. The support of the Pimpri Chinchwad Traffic Police was crucial in timely execution.”
— Bapu Gaikwad, Joint City Engineer, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation
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