India, Oct. 19 -- Heavy vehicles have been barred from several roads leading to Katraj Chowk from October 17 amid work on the Swargate-Katraj underground metro corridor, with the Pune traffic police announcing restrictions and alternative routes.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Sandeep Bhajibhakare has appealed to heavy vehicle operators to use designated alternative routes to avoid congestion in the area.

Heavy vehicles travelling from Solapur via Hadapsar, Mantarwadi and Katraj-Kondhwa Road will not be allowed beyond Mantarwadi Chowk. Those approaching Katraj via Bopdev Ghat will also face restrictions. Vehicles heading towards Katraj Chowk from Market Yard, Gangadham, Bibwewadi and Swargate will be barred from entering the re...