Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Maharashtra Waives Toll for Warkaris' Pilgrimage Vehicles
The Maharashtra government is letting vehicles carrying pilgrims (called Warkaris) go through toll booths without paying.
This is to help them on their way to Pandharpur for a special religious trip.
This exemption applies to all vehicles used by the devotees and special buses, starting from June 18 and going on until July 10, 2025.
To get this toll break, vehicles need a sticker with the vehicle number and driver's name.
The government is also making sure the roads are in good shape and that there are extra police and help available.
Maharashtra government waives toll for vehicles carrying warkaris.
Toll exemption is for the annual Ashadhi pilgrimage to Pandharpur.
The exemption period is from June 18 to July 10, 2025.
Exemption covers vehicles used by devotees, palkhis, and MSRTC buses.
Stickers with vehicle details are required for toll-free travel.
- Who
- Warkaris, palkhis, and MSRTC buses.
- What
- Toll exemption for vehicles carrying warkaris.
- When
- June 18 to July 10, 2025.
- Where
- Maharashtra, on routes to Pandharpur.
- Why
- To facilitate the annual Ashadhi pilgrimage to Pandharpur.
- Event
- Annual Ashadhi Pilgrimage
- Toll Exemption Period
- June 18 - July 10, 2025
- Beneficiaries
- Warkaris, Palkhis, MSRTC buses
- Sticker Requirement
- Yes, with vehicle number and driver's name
- Involved Parties
- Maharashtra Government, Transport Dept., Police
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