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Heavy Rain Disrupts Mumbai-Pune Connectivity, Landslides Trigger School Closures
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2026-07-07 08:48   Incidents   10

Heavy Rain Disrupts Mumbai-Pune Connectivity, Landslides Trigger School Closures

A severe cloudburst and heavy rainfall have caused widespread disruptions in Maharashtra, particularly affecting the Mumbai-Pune corridor.The Mumbai-Pune Expressway's Missing Link section was closed for nearly 19 hours due to a landslide near Khandala exit, with traffic resuming after safety inspections.Multiple landslides have blocked key routes, leading to delays and stranded vehicles.

Rescue operations are ongoing in affected areas, including Nashik, where authorities have issued warnings and closed temples like Trimbakeshwar and Vani.The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has raised alerts for heavy rainfall, prompting school closures across the region.Over 100 tourists were evacuated from vulnerable areas in Nashik as flood-prone zones face heightened risks.Local police have set up checkpoints to manage traffic and ensure emergency responses.

The incident highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure during extreme weather events and underscores the need for improved disaster preparedness.

Full reading at Hindustan Times

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