The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has acquired land for the Pune outer ring road project, spanning 138 km ,which is expected to be completed by March 2025. Full operations are scheduled to commence by September 2027. 

Following a recent review meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, revised timelines were established for the project's phases. The project spread across 83 villages, divided into eastern and western phases, aiming to significantly alleviate traffic congestion in Pune. The eastern phase covers a 74.08 km stretch from Urse to Shivare, while the western phase involves a 64.45 km circular road linking Shivare back to Urse.

"After land acquisition, we anticipate approximately two-and-a-half years for construction. We have targeted Sept 2027 for full operations," Managing Director of MSRDC Anilkumar Gaikwad said. The project requires 143 hectares for the eastern phase and 64 hectares for the western phase, involving areas such as Maval, Khed, Purandar, Haveli, Mulshi, Bhor, and others. Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi has already requested Rs800 crore from the state government to facilitate land acquisition in various villages.

Loans have been secured from Hudco for the infrastructure project. Contractors have been appointed, and evaluation of their assigned sections has commenced. Despite previous delays, local residents are urging authorities to expedite the project, which aims to provide heavy vehicles with direct highway access, bypassing central Pune.