Pune, 4th July 2025: In view of the upcoming Ashadhi Wari pilgrimage to Pandharpur, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Pune Division, has announced plans to run 325 additional buses from Swargate on Saturday (July 5) and Sunday (July 6). These buses will be in addition to the regular services, ensuring a smoother journey for the devotees.
The Pune Division will be supported by 14 depots under its jurisdiction, along with 150 buses each from the Nagpur and Amravati divisions, which will arrive in Pune to assist with the rush. All these buses will depart from Swargate depot and head to Pandharpur through special routes.
This arrangement aims to prevent congestion in the city while providing convenient transport to the pilgrims. Regular services to other cities will continue, ensuring that non-Wari passengers are not affected.
To manage the increased operations efficiently, 24-hour control rooms have been set up by the MSRTC. Technical and inspection teams are on standby, and volunteers along with extra staff have been appointed to assist the Warkaris.
Separate traffic routes and bus stops have also been designated to streamline the process. In Pandharpur, temporary halts have been created at various locations to accommodate the incoming buses.
The entire bus schedule has been prepared considering the estimated number of travelers. More buses will be added on the routes if the number of passengers increases, officials said.