PUNE: The Maharashtra Highway Police have imposed permanent traffic restrictions on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway’s connecting link, barring all goods vehicles, including small commercial vehicles, from using the stretch from November 1.The move aims to ensure commuter safety in view of the design and technical features of the tunnels along the section, according to a traffic notification.The restrictions will remain in force until further orders, the notification issued by Additional Director General of Police (Traffic) Praveen Salunkhe stated.
Which vehicles are allowed?
Under the new rules, private cars, jeeps and other non-transport light motor vehicles (LMVs) will be permitted to use the connecting link, earlier known as the “missing link”.Passenger buses and other passenger vehicles will also be allowed on the route.However, all goods vehicles will be prohibited from using the section. The ban includes pickup vans and Tata Ace vehicles, along with vehicles carrying inflammable, explosive or other hazardous materials, the notification said.
Goods vehicles to use original Mumbai-Pune Expressway route
Vehicles barred from the connecting link will have to use the original alignment of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.The restrictions have been introduced in view of the design and technical features of the tunnels and to ensure the safety of commuters, according to the notification.The notification has prescribed a maximum speed limit of 100 kmph for private cars and other light motor vehicles.Passenger buses and other passenger vehicles will be allowed to travel at a maximum speed of 80 kmph.The restrictions will come into effect on November 1 and remain in force until further orders, the notification stated.(With agency inputs)
