The annual pilgrimage of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj and Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhis will be in Pune city on June 20, 21, and 22, 2025. As per instructions from Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, and under the guidance of Joint Commissioner Ranjankumar Sharma and Additional Commissioner Manoj Patil (Eastern Region), the Pune Traffic Department has implemented detailed traffic plans and restrictions to ensure smooth movement and public safety.
Pune Police has significantly ramped up preparations for the arrival of the Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj palkhis, deploying a massive security and traffic management force across the city. As part of the deployment, 4 Additional Commissioners of Police, 10 Deputy Commissioners, 20 Assistant Commissioners, 128 Police Inspectors, 513 Police Sub-Inspectors, and 6,143 constables have been assigned duties. In addition, one company of the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF), 1,250 Home Guards, 12 Quick Response Teams (QRTs), and 6 Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads (BDDS) have also been mobilized to ensure public safety and smooth conduct of the wari processions.
Citizens will have access to the live location of both Palkhis through a dedicated Pune Police web page and social media channels. Interdepartmental meetings were held with departments like PWD, PMC, MSEDCL, Metro Rail, and Fire Brigade to ensure seamless arrangements, added Kumar. Meetings have also been held with Palkhi leaders and trustees to coordinate overall arrangements.
The Ashadhi Wari is not just a procession; it’s a spiritual journey symbolizing faith, unity, and devotion. Kumar added that to maintain law and order, especially the safety of women, all preparations have been made so far. All routes have been checked, and necessary steps have been taken.
Moreover, a video has been launched regarding the traffic diversion that will help and educate people about the routes of the Palkhi.
NDRF teams have been deployed at Vishrantwadi, Dive Ghat, and other ghat areas to tackle any emergency or unfortunate incident during the festival.
Heavy vehicles have been prohibited in required areas, especially at Gangadham Chowk, from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Key Highlights of the Traffic Plan:
Palkhi Arrival & Departure:
Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi: Enters Pune on June 20 and departs on June 22.
Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi: Enters Pune on June 20 and departs on June 23.
Heavy Vehicle Restrictions:
All types of heavy vehicles will be restricted from entering the city through 26 major junctions/checkpoints from 10:00 PM on June 19 until 11:00 PM on June 23.
Public Traffic and Palkhi Viewing Arrangements:
Citizens are advised to follow alternative routes and traffic diversions arranged along the Palkhi routes and their convergence points.
A total of 124 diversion points have been set up on approach roads leading to the Palkhi routes.
In the Samarth Police Station jurisdiction, where the Palkhi halts, 38 diversion points have been designated, along with special parking arrangements.
For the departure of the Palkhis, 230 diversion points will be in place across the city.
Coordination with Dindi Leaders:
This year, for the first time, a WhatsApp coordination group has been formed by the traffic police with the 719 Dindis (383 with Sant Tukaram Maharaj and 336 with Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj) and their vehicle drivers to ensure effective communication and traffic management.
Live GPS Tracking for Devotees:
To help citizens track the exact location of the Palkhi, GPS-enabled marshals will be deployed at the front and rear of the processions.
For the first time, the Palkhi chariots will be fitted with GPS tracking systems, allowing devotees to monitor the head, tail, and chariot position in real-time. This initiative aims to reduce overcrowding and ensure timely darshan.
Public Advisory:
Citizens are urged to visit the official traffic diversion portal: https://diversion.punepolice.gov.in for all updates and detailed information on traffic arrangements.
Traffic Duty Deployment:
For effective management, the following police personnel have been deployed:
Senior Police Inspectors: 4
Police Inspectors: 19
Assistant Police Inspectors/Sub-Inspectors: 44
Constables and other staff: 1,190
The Pune Police request citizens to cooperate with traffic regulations and use the provided online resources to plan their travel during the Palkhi days. The arrangements are aimed at ensuring a peaceful and spiritually enriching experience for all devotees while maintaining citywide traffic discipline.
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