The wait for a final decision on the Nashik-Pune railway project continues, with the committee appointed to conduct an in-depth study of the project yet to complete its assessment despite the expiry of its 60-day deadline. While Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Satyajeet Tambe has expressed willingness to allow the committee some more time, citing its ongoing efforts and consultations with technical experts, he has firmly reiterated that a public hearing must be conducted before any final decision is taken.

The committee was originally given 60 days to examine various aspects of the proposed railway project. However, the delay has raised questions about the timeline for arriving at a final decision. During the earlier agitation over the project, two key demands were raised: that the committee should not be given an extension beyond 60 days and that a public hearing should be organised to ensure that the views of affected citizens are taken into consideration.