Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Over 70 Tourists Rescued at Zenith Waterfall
Over 70 tourists got stuck at Zenith Waterfall in Khopoli because of heavy rain that made the stream rise quickly.
The local Adivasi community helped by warning the tourists and calling for help.
Rescue teams like the Khopoli Police and Fire Brigade, along with volunteers, worked together to safely bring everyone back.
This was the third rescue at the waterfall this month.
Authorities are warning people not to visit waterfalls during the monsoon because it can be very dangerous.
Over 70 tourists were rescued from Zenith Waterfall in Khopoli after heavy rain caused the stream to swell.
The rescue operation involved the Khopoli Police, Fire Brigade, and volunteers from the Help Foundation.
Local Adivasi community members played a crucial role in warning tourists and alerting authorities.
This was the third rescue operation at the waterfall this month.
Authorities have renewed warnings against visiting waterfalls during the monsoon season due to dangerous conditions.
- Who
- Over 70 tourists from Kalyan and Dombivli, Khopoli Police, Khopoli Municipal Council Fire Brigade, Help Foundation, local Adivasi community
- What
- Rescue operation of tourists stranded at Zenith Waterfall due to heavy rainfall
- When
- July 28, 2026
- Where
- Zenith Waterfall, Khopoli, Maharashtra
- Why
- Heavy rainfall caused the stream to swell, stranding tourists who were unable to return safely.
Tourist Safety Advocates
Tourist Attraction Operators
Safety Measures
Tourist Safety Advocates
Advocate for stricter safety measures and closures during monsoon season to prevent accidents.
Tourist Attraction Operators
Argue that closures would negatively impact local businesses and tourism revenue.
- Location
- Zenith Waterfall, Khopoli, Maharashtra
- Date
- July 28, 2026
- Number of Tourists Rescued
- Over 70
- Rescue Teams Involved
- Khopoli Police, Khopoli Municipal Council Fire Brigade, Help Foundation
- Key Contributors
- Local Adivasi community
- Rescue Operation Duration
- Nearly two hours
- Number of Rescue Operations This Month
- Third