Nagpur-Butibori Road Traffic Diversion Begins June 10 Amid Maha Metro Phase 2 Pillar Work
Commuters travelling between Nagpur and Butibori must plan their journeys carefully starting June 10, 2026. The Nagpur Butibori Road traffic diversion June 2026 has been announced as Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) begins pillar construction work for its Phase 2 metro project along NH-361. Nagpur Rural Police have issued official traffic diversion orders that will remain in force until the construction work is fully completed.
Where Exactly Is the Construction Taking Place?
The construction activity covers two specific stretches on NH-361, which falls under the jurisdiction of Butibori Police Station in Nagpur Rural district.
The first affected section is a 155-metre stretch between Pillars 307 and 312, located near Sutgirni Turning. The second affected section covers a 125-metre stretch between Pillars 372 and 377, located near Satgaon Turning.
Both stretches are active construction zones where Maha-Metro is carrying out pillar foundation work for the Phase 2 metro line extension.
What Are the Traffic Restrictions?
Nagpur Rural Police have issued a clear set of traffic restrictions for the affected stretches. As per orders issued by Superintendent of Police Dr Harssh A Poddar, vehicles travelling from Butibori towards Nagpur will not be permitted on the affected sections between 12:01 AM and 6:00 AM every day.
During these restricted hours, traffic from both the Nagpur side and the Butibori side will be channelled through a single lane near the construction zones at Sutgirni Turning and Satgaon Turning. This arrangement applies every night until the project construction is complete.
Why Are Night Hours Restricted?
The 12 AM to 6 AM restriction window has been chosen specifically because pillar construction work and heavy equipment operations are easier to manage during low-traffic nighttime hours. Restricting movement to a single lane during this period allows construction crews to work safely without fully blocking the highway.
The daytime traffic movement on the route is expected to continue normally, though commuters should remain alert to possible slowdowns near the two construction zones.
Who Issued the Order and What Authority Backs It?
The traffic diversion order has been issued under the authority of Superintendent of Police Dr Harssh A Poddar of Nagpur Rural Police. The order is binding on all motorists using the NH-361 stretch between Nagpur and Butibori.
Nagpur Rural Police personnel will be deployed at both construction sites to manage the traffic flow, guide vehicles through the single-lane section, and ensure that the diversion rules are followed properly throughout the construction period.
About Maha Metro Phase 2 in Nagpur
Maha-Metro’s Phase 2 expansion is one of the most significant infrastructure projects currently underway in the Nagpur region. The Phase 2 network extends the metro connectivity of Nagpur significantly beyond the Phase 1 corridors. The Nagpur-Butibori corridor is a key component of this expansion, aimed at connecting the major industrial zone of Butibori to the city’s metro network.
Pillar construction is one of the most critical and physically demanding stages of elevated metro construction. It requires extensive excavation, foundation laying, and heavy concrete pouring — all of which demand controlled traffic conditions on the adjacent road.
What Commuters and Truck Drivers Must Do
If you regularly travel on NH-361 between Nagpur and Butibori during the early morning hours, prepare for the diversion well in advance. Heavy vehicle operators, factory workers travelling to the Butibori MIDC area, and truck drivers using this highway should note the 12 AM to 6 AM restriction and plan alternative timings if possible.
Police have urged all motorists to cooperate with the authorities, follow the diversion routes, and plan their travel to avoid unnecessary delays near the construction zones.
