Hinjawadi Traffic Diversions Announced Today Due to Mhatoba Maharaj Yatra
Big Traffic Changes in Hinjawadi and Wakad Today
Pune: If you’re traveling through Hinjawadi or Wakad today, be ready for some major traffic changes. The reason? It’s the Mhatoba Maharaj Yatra, a big religious event in the area. To handle the large number of visitors and keep things running smoothly, the Pimpri-Chinchwad traffic police have made temporary diversions in many parts of the city.
These Hinjawadi traffic diversions will be in effect from 3 PM to 10 PM today (Saturday). The main procession – the Bagad Yatra – is expected to attract 1.5 to 2 lakh devotees, and the roads in the area will be more crowded than usual.
What the Police Are Saying
Deputy Commissioner of Police Bapu Bangar has shared that these changes are necessary to manage the crowd and avoid traffic jams. The police are asking everyone to be patient, follow the traffic instructions, and use alternate routes wherever needed.
So, if you’re planning to pass through Hinjawadi or Wakad, here’s what you should know.
Key Hinjawadi Traffic Diversions and Alternate Routes
1. Tata Tea Chowk to Wakad Naka
- No vehicle access on this road.
- Vehicles coming from Wipro Circle (Phase 2) or Shivaji Chowk heading to Wakad Naka should go via:
- Tata Tea Junction → Laxmi Chowk → Bhujbal (Bhumkar) Chowk
2. Geometric Circle to Wakad Naka
- This road is closed too.
- Take a left at Mezza-9 Chowk and go through:
- Shivaji Chowk → Laxmi Chowk → Bhujbal Chowk
3. Shivaji Chowk to Bhujbal Chowk
- This stretch is completely blocked.
- Use the alternate path via:
- Kasturi Chowk → Indian Oil Chowk → Wakad Village
4. Kaspate Chowk to Wakadgaon Chowk
- Entry is restricted.
- Vehicles should turn right at Kaspate Chowk and move through:
- Jagtap Dairy Chowk
5. Kaspate Corner to Wakadgaon Chowk
- This road is shut.
- Use the alternative path via:
- Mhatoba Chowk → Pink City Road
Additional Road Restrictions – Hinjawadi Traffic Diversions
Other roads that are affected due to the Hinjawadi traffic diversions include:
- Vinode Chowk to Kasturi Chowk
- Dattamandir Road (Utkarsh Chowk) to Wakadgaon Chowk
- Wakad Y-Junction to Kaspate Chowk
If you often use these routes, it’s best to plan ahead and take different paths to avoid delays.
Why These Diversions Are Necessary
The Mhatoba Maharaj Yatra is an annual celebration that holds deep cultural and spiritual meaning for locals in Hinjawadi. The Bagad procession, which is the highlight of the event, brings in thousands of people from across the state.
To make sure there is no traffic congestion and that both residents and devotees stay safe, the authorities have decided to temporarily change traffic routes. These changes help ensure that emergency services, public transport, and general movement are not blocked during the procession.
What You Should Do
Here’s what the Pimpri-Chinchwad police are requesting from citizens:
- Use alternate routes mentioned above.
- Avoid traveling through Hinjawadi and Wakad during the restricted hours.
- Stay updated through local news or traffic alerts.
- Be polite and cooperative with traffic police and volunteers.
- Follow signs and instructions placed around key junctions.
These small steps will help everyone – locals and visitors – move safely and smoothly.
Police Appeal to Citizens
“We’re asking everyone to support the arrangements and avoid affected roads between 3 PM and 10 PM,” said DCP Bapu Bangar. “Use the alternate routes we’ve provided. Your cooperation will help us manage the event better.”
There will also be extra police staff deployed across the affected areas to guide traffic and help people.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Why is traffic being diverted in Hinjawadi and Wakad?
Because of the Mhatoba Maharaj Yatra, a large religious event happening today. The procession will attract thousands of people, so traffic has been rerouted to avoid congestion.
Q. What time are the traffic changes in effect?
From 3 PM to 10 PM today (Saturday).
Q. Which are the main affected areas?
Hinjawadi, Wakad, and surrounding places like Shivaji Chowk, Tata Tea Chowk, Kaspate Chowk, and Wakadgaon.
Q. Are there alternate routes I can take?
Yes. The police have shared several alternate routes, including paths through Laxmi Chowk, Bhujbal Chowk, Jagtap Dairy Chowk, and Pink City Road.
Q. What if I need to travel urgently through these areas?
Try to leave early, use alternate routes, and follow directions from traffic personnel. Emergency services will still have access.
The Hinjawadi traffic diversions today are temporary and necessary for public safety during the Mhatoba Maharaj Yatra. If you’re in the area, please be careful, avoid busy roads, and use the routes shared above.
By cooperating with the traffic changes, you’ll help keep things running smoothly – for you and everyone else on the road.
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