Heavy Traffic Jam on Mumbai-Pune Expressway Towards Pune Amid Saturday Festival Rush

Pune, October 18: Commuters travelling from Mumbai to Pune this morning are facing heavy congestion on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, especially on the lanes heading towards Pune. The traffic slowdown, reported to last around 15–20 minutes, is being attributed to increased weekend and festival rush.
Traffic Congestion on Mumbai-Pune Expressway
According to early morning reports, vehicles are moving at a sluggish pace near the entry points towards Pune. The situation worsened as the number of private cars and tourist buses surged due to the festive weekend, causing bottlenecks along several stretches.
15-20 min traffic congestion on Mumbai Pune expressway towards Pune reported now plan properly , Saturday & Festival rush pic.twitter.com/P44tknlpIM
— Mumbai Pune Expressway (@Mumbai2PuneEway) October 18, 2025
Commuters Advised to Plan Travel
Authorities and frequent travellers are advising commuters to plan their journey accordingly and avoid peak hours if possible. Those yet to start their trip from Mumbai are urged to delay departure until traffic movement normalises.
@Mumbai2PuneEway traffic stopped on expressway towards Mumbai just ahead of Lonavala. Try old highway. pic.twitter.com/7WXUJmw2vz
— Inner Peace (@Vidyadh26861447) October 18, 2025
Expected Clearance Time
The traffic congestion on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway is expected to ease gradually by late morning once the initial rush subsides. Meanwhile, toll plazas and major entry points are witnessing long queues, with travellers urged to stay patient and follow lane discipline to ensure smoother movement.