Archive · 17 Jan 2026
Traffic Restrictions in Palghar and Thane
From January 18 to 20, 2026, there will be traffic restrictions in Palghar and Thane, Maharashtra.
On January 18, Ghodbunder Road in Thane will be closed for 6 hours due to the installation of a Foot Over Bridge.
On January 19 and 20, Palghar will have traffic restrictions because of protest marches by fisherfolk and a political group called CPM.
The main highway (NH-48) and city roads in Palghar will be closed to regular traffic during these days.
The government has advised people to use alternative routes and only emergency vehicles will be allowed to move freely.
The restrictions are to keep everyone safe and avoid traffic jams.
Traffic restrictions announced on Ghodbunder Road in Thane on January 18, 2026, due to Foot Over Bridge installation.
Palghar district administration imposes traffic restrictions on January 19-20, 2026, due to protest marches by fisherfolk and CPM-led groups.
NH-48 and Palghar city roads to be closed to regular traffic during specified times.
Alternative routes advised for light and heavy vehicles, with exemptions for emergency and authorized vehicles.
Protesters expected to number between 5,000-6,000 (Fisherfolk) and 10,000-11,000 (CPM).
- Who
- Fisherfolk organizations, CPM-led groups, Thane Traffic Police
- What
- Traffic restrictions due to protests and construction work
- When
- January 18-20, 2026
- Where
- Palghar and Thane, Maharashtra
- Why
- Protests against government policies and construction of a Foot Over Bridge
- Date
- January 18-20, 2026
- Location
- Palghar, Maharashtra and Thane, Maharashtra
- Protesters
- 5,000-6,000 (Fisherfolk), 10,000-11,000 (CPM)
- Affected Roads
- NH-48, Palghar city roads, Ghodbunder Road
- Restriction Times
- Jan 18: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Jan 19: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Jan 20: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Alternative Routes
- Multiple diversions advised for light and heavy vehicles
- Exemptions
- Emergency and authorized vehicles
Sources
Palghar Traffic Advisory: NH-48, City Roads To Remain Shut On January 19–20 Due To Fisherfolk Protest And CPM Long March; Check Alternative Routes And Diversions
MP News: Heavy Vehicles Banned On Khandwa–Indore Road For 7 Days From January 19
