Speed limit likely to rise for heavy vehicles on Mumbai-Pune Expressway’s ghat stretch

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Speed limit for heavy vehicles on Mumbai-Pune Expressway's ghat stretch may rise soon

Authorities are considering raising the speed limit for heavy vehicles on the Bhor Ghat section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, a move welcomed by transporters who argue that the current limit is unrealistic and contributes to traffic congestion and frequent e-challans. Deliberations are underway to increase the existing 40 kmph limit for heavy vehicles, such as buses and trucks, on the steep, downward stretch of the Pune-Mumbai arm, also known a…

Speed limit likely to rise for heavy vehicles on Mumbai-Pune Expressway’s ghat stretch

Authorities considering raising speed limits for heavy vehicles on Mumbai-Pune Expressway's Bhor Ghat section to improve traffic flow.

Vehicles’s speed limit: Govt is preparing to increase the speed limit of vehicles on THIS Expressway

The current speed limit on the Ghat section between Lonavala in Pune district and Khalapur in Raigad district has led to frequent issuance of e-challans as it is challenging for heavy vehicles to slow down on the steep slope, slowing down traffic and leading to accidents. Discussions are going on to increase the speed limit of vehicles on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway . According to information received from officials, discussions are going on to i…

Speed Limit For Heavy Vehicles On Bhor Ghat Section Of Mumbai–Pune Expressway Likely To Be Increased

This move comes amid rising complaints from transporters and drivers who call the current restriction "unscientific" & “unrealistic.” The 10-km ghat section — between Lonavala in Pune district and Khalapur in Raigad district — forms a key part of the Pune-Mumbai arm of the expressway & features a steep downhill gradient that poses operational challenges for heavy vehicles such as trucks & buses.

Speed Limit May Rise For Heavy Vehicles On Mumbai-Pune Expressway