Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Pune Announces Toll-Free Passes for Konkan Ganesh Devotees
The Maharashtra government is giving toll-free travel passes to Ganesh devotees going to Konkan.
The offer applies during both the onward and return journeys.
It will be available from September 11 to September 27, 2026.
Vehicles carrying devotees can use the benefit.
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses can also receive the concession.
People must show their vehicle and travel documents to get a pass.
The Pune RTO will issue passes at its main office and two other offices.
This is meant to make festival travel easier for eligible devotees.
Toll exemption will cover Ganesh devotees travelling to and from Konkan between September 11 and 27, 2026.
The Maharashtra government issued the relevant circular on September 8, 2026.
Vehicles carrying devotees and Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses will qualify for the concession.
The Regional Transport Office, Pune, will issue passes after verifying required vehicle documents.
Applicants must submit documents including the RC, driving licence, insurance, PUC and permit where applicable.
- Who
- Ganesh devotees travelling between Pune and Konkan, along with eligible Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses.
- What
- Toll-free passes and toll exemption will be provided for eligible vehicles during the Ganeshotsav travel period.
- When
- September 11 to 27, 2026; the government circular was issued on September 8, 2026.
- Where
- The exemption applies to travel to and from Konkan; passes will be issued at Pune RTO offices on Dr Ambedkar Road, Alandi Road and Dive.
- Why
- To facilitate the movement of Ganesh devotees and help eligible vehicles use the toll exemption without inconvenience.
- Exemption period
- September 11–27, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Regional Transport Office, Pune
- Eligible travellers
- Ganesh devotees travelling to and returning from Konkan
- Eligible buses
- Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses
- Required documents
- Registration Certificate, driving licence, tax certificate, insurance, fitness certificate, PUC certificate and transport permit where applicable
- Main pass location
- Regional Transport Office, Pune, Dr Ambedkar Road near Sangam Bridge
- Additional locations
- RTO offices at Alandi Road and Dive on regular working days