The Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway, popularly known as the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, is set to be closed for six hours on Thursday, January 18, according to the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation Limited. The closure, scheduled between 11 am and 5 pm, will be in effect at Km 07.560, Chikhale Rail Over Bridge.

This temporary shutdown is attributed to the ongoing construction of the Panvel-Karjat double-track suburban rail corridor. Commuters traveling from Pune to Mumbai are likely to experience disruptions during this period.

The Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation Limited emphasizes that all vehicles, both light and heavy, will be prohibited on the Mumbai lane of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway during the closure. Commuters are urged to plan their journeys accordingly and explore alternative routes to avoid inconveniences. Regular traffic on the expressway is expected to resume after the completion of the construction work.

Alternative Routes for Mumbai-Pune Expressway Closure on January 18:

Light vehicles heading from Pune to Mumbai can exit the Mumbai lane at Km 55.000 and take the route via Mumbai-Pune National Highway 48.

Light vehicles and buses traveling from Pune to Mumbai can utilize the Khopali exit on Mumbai Lane 39.800 and continue on the Mumbai-Pune National Highway 48.

All vehicles traveling from Pune to Mumbai can also use the last lane at the Khalapur toll gate on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. These vehicles can take the diversion from Km 32.500 to the

Khalapur exit and continue on the Mumbai-Pune National Highway 48 through the Khopali Shedung toll plaza.

Vehicles heading from Pune to Mumbai can take a detour from Mumbai lane 9.600 Panvel exit and use the Mumbai-Pune National Highway 48 to reach Kalamboli via Karanjade.

Vehicles heading from Pune to Mumbai on the Mumbai-Pune National Highway 48 will be redirected towards Panvel through the Shedung Phata.

Plan your commute accordingly and stay informed about the alternative routes to ensure a smooth journey on January 18.

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