Mumbai-Goa Highway Blocked by New Year Travelers and Roadworks
As the New Year draws near, heavy traffic congestion has gripped the Mumbai-Goa highway, with a significant increase in vehicles heading to Goa and Alibaug, Maharashtra’s popular tourist destinations. The rush of holidaymakers, eager to usher in the New Year by the beaches, has led to severe traffic jams, particularly around key points such as Lonere, Mangaon, and Indapur Poinad, just outside Mumbai.
Adding to the chaos are ongoing road construction works along several stretches of the highway. These construction activities have created bottlenecks, further impeding the smooth flow of traffic and increasing travel time for commuters. The police and highway patrol units have been deployed at major intersections and busy points to manage the situation, offering assistance to stranded travelers and directing traffic to alleviate congestion. Despite their efforts, the situation remains tense as thousands of vehicles continue to pour into the area.
Authorities are urging travelers to plan their journeys well in advance, factoring in possible delays due to both the festive rush and ongoing roadwork. They are also advising people to avoid peak travel hours, if possible, to ease the strain on the road network. As the New Year celebrations approach, traffic on the Mumbai-Goa highway is expected to remain heavy, with the situation likely to continue for the next few days as the holiday season peaks.
