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Bus-Truck Collision on Pune-Mumbai Expressway Injures Several Passengers

Bus-Truck Collision on Pune-Mumbai Expressway Injures Several Passengers
Pune Mumbai Expressway Accident: Bus-Truck Collision On Missing Link Near Lonavala Leaves 6-7 Passengers Injured | Video · freepressjournal.in

A bus and a truck crashed on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway near Lonavala early Tuesday.

The crash happened on the road heading toward Mumbai.

Six or seven people on the bus were hurt.

Some were taken to hospitals in Khopoli, and others went to a hospital in Panvel.

Police and rescue workers came to help and manage traffic.

The affected lane was temporarily closed, causing delays for drivers.

Police are investigating how the crash happened.

The report also says heavy vehicles are restricted from using the Connecting Link.

Key facts

Reported injuries
Six to seven passengers
Time of crash
Around 5 a.m. Tuesday
Road direction
Mumbai-bound
Hospitals named
Khopoli Municipal Hospital, Siddhivinayak Hospital at Khopoli-Shil Phata, and Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Panvel
Traffic response
The affected lane was temporarily stopped while police managed traffic and cleared the stretch.
Investigation
The Borghat-Dasturi Highway Police are investigating; the exact circumstances are not yet established.
Connecting Link opening
The route opened to traffic on May 1, 2026, according to the article.
Heavy-vehicle restriction
Goods trucks, trailers, and other heavy or oversized vehicles are required to use the existing Bhor Ghat section rather than the Connecting Link.

Quotes

Highway patrol official

An unnamed official from the highway patrol.

“The accident occurred this morning. There are multiple injuries. Personnel are currently working to clear the traffic. Appropriate action will be taken after a thorough investigation.”
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