India, Nov. 10 -- The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited's (PMPML) ambitious project to build 300 new bus shelters across the city has taken a hit, with only 154 completed so far, short of the June-July deadline.

Many commuters have expressed disappointment over the delay. At several busy bus stops, passengers are still forced to wait under the open sky or take shelter under nearby trees or shops during heavy rains and scorching heat.

"I travel daily from Kothrud to Swargate for work, and the bus stop near my area has no shelter. The new shelters that have been built are good, but the authorities should complete all of them soon so that everyone can benefit," said Meenakshi Patil, a regular PMPML passenger.

The new shelters we...