In a significant step to facilitate the smooth movement of warkaris and palkhi processions headed to Pandharpur for Ashadhi Ekadashi 2025, the Maharashtra government has announced toll waivers across all major routes for the palkhis, their accompanying vehicles, and State Transport (ST) buses and other vehicles ferrying devotees.

According to a government resolution (GR) issued by the Public Works Department (PWD) on Monday, the toll exemption will be effective from June 18 to July 10 on the return journey as well for the palkhi processions, warkaris, and devotees.

All the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) buses ferrying devotees to Pandharpur will also be exempted from tolls during the same period. MSRTC officials have been asked to obtain toll-free passes in coordination with local police and traffic branches.