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Ganeshotsav Rush Chokes Thane’s Konkan Corridor; Buses Take Hours To Reach Mumbai-Goa Highway
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· September 12, 2026
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Key points Certain routes were particularly affected, with severe congestion reported on key feeder routes. The annual Ganeshotsav exodus caused significant traffic congestion, bringing movement to a near standstill.
The annual Ganeshotsav exodus caused significant traffic congestion, bringing movement to a near standstill. Thousands of vehicles, including private cars, buses, and tourist coaches, were headed towards the Mumbai -Goa highway. Certain routes were particularly affected, with severe congestion reported on key feeder routes.
Traffic queues were extensive, spilling back into surrounding areas and affecting commuters. The congestion had a significant impact on festival-bound vehicles and local traffic.
Further details on the traffic situation are available from the source, including specific information on the routes and areas most affected by the congestion.
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Published: September 12, 2026 ·
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