Travel rush chokes highway to Bengaluru, snarls likely till Sunday
Heavy traffic congestion on the Pune-Bengaluru highway was observed during the extended Christmas weekend starting December 21 due to an influx of travelers. The congestion was particularly severe at toll plazas and construction sites, causing delays of several hours. Popular routes and destinations like Mahabaleshwar, Lonavla, and Goa were especially affected, with travel companies anticipating continued traffic issues.
