Thane News: Heavy Vehicle Restrictions on Ghodbunder Road Canceled Due to Rain Delay
Thane Traffic Police have canceled the heavy vehicle restrictions on Ghodbunder Road due to heavy rainfall delaying repair work on the Gaimukh Ghat stretch. Commuters can now use the road as usual.
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Commuters Allowed Normal Access
DCP Pankaj Shirshat of Thane Traffic said, “The notification issued on August 12 regarding restrictions on heavy vehicles using the Ghodbunder-Gaimukh Ghat Road has been canceled due to heavy rains, which prevented the repair work from proceeding. Vehicles and commuters are now allowed to use Ghodbunder Road without restrictions.”
Traffic police stated that no new dates for the restrictions have been announced yet. Commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly and stay updated through official traffic advisories.
Reason For Planned Repair Work
Restrictions were initially enforced by the traffic police to facilitate ongoing repair and upgrade work on the Gaimukh ghat on Ghodbunder Road stretch, according to an August 12 notification. A press release had outlined that asphalt and bitumen resurfacing on the Gaimukh Ghat section of Ghodbunder Road, originally scheduled between August 15 and 18, was postponed due to continuous heavy rainfall.
Daily Congestion Persists
The Gaimukh Ghat stretch is riddled with potholes, causing significant traffic congestion for commuters traveling from Thane to Gujarat, Mumbai, and Vasai-Virar. The potholes have led to delays, and daily commuters report that Ghodbunder Road remains heavily congested. Many suggest using the local train instead of road transport, as vehicles can be stranded on Ghodbunder Road for over an hour just to reach Fountain Hotel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were heavy vehicles restricted on Ghodbunder Road?
Heavy vehicles were restricted to facilitate bitumen repair work on the Gaimukh Ghat stretch of Ghodbunder Road, which was initially scheduled between August 15 and 18.
What caused the cancellation of the traffic restrictions?
The restrictions were canceled due to heavy rainfall, which delayed the repair work on the Gaimukh Ghat stretch.
What should commuters do now?
Commuters can now use Ghodbunder Road as usual. They are advised to stay updated through official traffic advisories for any future changes.
What is the current condition of Ghodbunder Road?
Ghodbunder Road, particularly the Gaimukh Ghat stretch, is riddled with potholes, leading to significant traffic congestion and delays for commuters.
Are there any alternative routes recommended?
Many commuters suggest using the local train instead of road transport, as vehicles can be stranded on Ghodbunder Road for over an hour just to reach Fountain Hotel.
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