Pune – 19, October: Severe traffic congestion and road obstructions on the Pune–Bengaluru Highway have caused major inconvenience for motorists, passengers, and local residents. Many commuters expressed anger after being stuck for hours in long traffic jams.

At Kolhapur Naka, deep pits dug for air pipeline work and roadblocks between Kolhapur Naka, Warunji Phata, and other nearby stretches have led to heavy congestion on both sides of the highway. Vehicles were lined up for several kilometers, while in Karad, roadside vendors had set up stalls wherever possible, further adding to the chaos and crowd.

With Diwali shopping in full swing, people venturing out to markets found themselves trapped in traffic for hours. Ongoing six-lane expansion work on the Pune–Bengaluru Highway has worsened

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