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Vehicular movement restricted on Pune-Mumbai highway 

According to Pimpri-Chinchwad traffic police, the CM, deputy chief ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar and other 800-900 dignitaries are expected to arrive in Balewadi

Updated on: Aug 17, 2024 06:42 pm IST
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In anticipation of a high-profile event this weekend, the Pimpri Chinchwad police have implemented traffic restrictions on the Pune-Mumbai highway. On Saturday, chief minister Eknath Shinde is scheduled to inaugurate the Ladki Bahin Yojana at Balewadi Stadium, prompting the need for traffic management adjustments. 

This measure is designed to alleviate congestion and maintain clear passage for local and emergency traffic.  (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

To accommodate the expected influx of attendees and ensure smooth transit for the event, the police have imposed a ban on the entry of heavy vehicles on the Pune-Mumbai highway throughout the day. This measure is designed to alleviate congestion and maintain clear passage for local and emergency traffic. 

According to Pimpri-Chinchwad traffic police, the CM, deputy chief ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, ministers and other 800-900 dignitaries are expected to arrive in Balewadi. Considering highway traffic movement, to avoid traffic jam conditions, Pimpri-Chinchwad traffic police imposed a ban on heavy vehicles on the highway. 

Police said heavy vehicles to be banned from Chandani Chowk to Urse toll naka. Heavy vehicle entry from Chakan, Pimpri-Chinchwad to the highway is banned. Entry for heavy vehicles is banned from Pune to Mumbai highway. These traffic changes came into effect on Saturday between 6 am to 8 pm. 

 
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