Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Long Weekend Travel Causes Early Traffic on Mumbai-Pune Expressway
The Mumbai-Pune Expressway is experiencing heavy traffic earlier than usual.
People are traveling for the long weekend, which starts with Indian Independence Day.
The worst traffic is between Lonavala and Khandala.
Other popular spots near Pune might also get crowded.
Police are advising travelers to plan ahead.
Heavy traffic reported on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Lonavala and Khandala.
Congestion is particularly severe between Lonavala and Khandala.
Traffic worsened earlier than expected due to the upcoming long weekend.
The long weekend includes Indian Independence Day (August 15th).
Experts predict heavy traffic in other areas such as Sinhagad and Mahabaleshwar.
- Who
- Travelers and police.
- What
- Heavy traffic congestion on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
- When
- Traffic began worsening before the long weekend, starting August 15th.
- Where
- Mumbai-Pune Expressway, specifically near Lonavala and Khandala.
- Why
- Long weekend travel to tourist destinations.
- Location
- Mumbai-Pune Expressway
- Affected Areas
- Lonavala, Khandala
- Cause
- Long weekend travel
- Related Holiday
- Indian Independence Day
Sources
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