Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has directed authorities to address the chronic traffic congestion on Ghodbunder Road in Thane. The directive follows complaints from residents and motorists who have faced severe delays due to heavy vehicles and infrastructure work. The plan includes restricting heavy vehicles, addressing black spots, and deploying additional police and marshals.
A truck carrying paraformaldehyde overturned on Ghodbunder Road in Thane, causing an 11-hour traffic jam. This is the second such incident in as many days, highlighting the growing concern over traffic disruptions on the highway. The accident left thousands of commuters stranded, impacting their daily routines.
A truck carrying chemical powder overturned on Ghodbunder Road in Thane, causing major traffic disruption. The accident occurred near the Patlipada flyover, injuring the driver and disrupting traffic for hours. This is the third such accident on the stretch in the past 24 hours, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and traffic management.
The poor condition of service roads along Thane’s Eastern Express Highway and Ghodbunder Road is forcing vehicles onto the highways, leading to severe congestion and delays for commuters. The problem is exacerbated by the neglect of these roads, including the one passing by the Chief Minister’s residence. While the highways are meant for outbound traffic, intra-city vehicles are forced to use them due to the hazardous state of the service roads.
