India, May 15 -- The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has launched a major road development project to connect highways in its jurisdiction. The plan, aimed at reducing traffic congestion on key routes including Satara Road, Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar) Road, and Solapur Highway, is expected to cost between Rs.2,500 crore and Rs.3,000 crore.

The decision regarding the same was taken in the last week of April, and work started from May 7, said officials.

"Link roads to major highways will be developed as a priority. Work has already been approved in 20 to 25 villages, and roads will be constructed to connect Satara Road, Ahilyanagar, and Solapur Highway," said Yogesh Mhase, PMRDA commissioner.

"These roads will primari...