The decision comes amid a massive influx of tourists during the Christmas and New Year holidays, especially from Mumbai and Pune. Officials said the move is aimed at ensuring visitor safety, easing traffic congestion, and protecting forest areas and wildlife

As per figures for the period from January to November 2025, the total number of deaths due to road accidents in Maharashtra fell by 119, marking a 0.83 per cent decline compared to the same period in 2024, an official statement said on Monday