Vanaz Metro Station, the western terminus of Pune Metro’s Aqua Line, symbolizes the city’s growing public transportation network. Opened in March 2022, it initially connected to Garware College but recently extended its reach to Ruby Hall Clinic in August 2023. This elevated station boasts three levels, with two currently operational concourses and a platform level. Notably, it’s the only station in the system with three tiers.
- Location: Alkapuri Society, Kothrud, Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Coordinates: 18.50710°N 73.80527°E
- Owner: Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MAHA-METRO)
- Operator: Pune Metro
- Line: Aqua Line
- Platforms: Side platforms (1 towards Ruby Hall Clinic, two terminates here)
- Tracks: 2
- Structure: Elevated, double-track
- Platform Levels: 2
- Accessibility: Yes (disabled access)
- Station Code: VNZ
- Opened: March 6, 2022
- Electrification: 25 kV 50 Hz AC overhead catenary
Key Points:
- Vanaz is the western terminal station of the Aqua Line.
- It is an elevated station with two platforms and two tracks.
- The station is disabled-accessible.
- It opened on March 6, 2022.
| Preceding station | The following station |
|---|---|
| Terminus | Anand Nagar towards Ruby Hall Clinic |
Station layout
Vanaz station has two tracks and two side platforms. Platform 1 is for eastbound trains towards Ruby Hall Clinic, and platform 2 is for westbound trains terminating at the station. There is a mezzanine level with fare control, station agent, Metro Card vending machines, and a crossover. The station has street-level exits/entrances. The track beyond the station leads to Vanaz Depot, with a planned extension for Chandani Chowk.
