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Time of India
29-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Concerns rife about reckless driving by heavy vehicles on Pune-Mumbai Expressway days after fatal truck accident
1 2 Pune: Frequent travellers on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway have voiced growing concerns about reckless driving by heavy vehicles, particularly trucks, following the tragic accident on July 26 near Adoshi Tunnel in Khalapur taluka of Raigad. The incident, caused by a container trailer truck's brake failure, claimed one life and injured 18 others, with the truck ramming into 22 vehicles. Regular commuters expressed alarm over the lack of lane discipline among truck drivers, especially in ghat sections. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune "As someone who travels between Mumbai and Pune frequently, I'm constantly worried about trucks veering into the middle or right lanes when they're supposed to stick to the left," said one such regular expressway user, adding, "These trucks are often overloaded, and when you're driving in front of one, especially in the ghats, it's terrifying to think their brakes could fail, as we saw on Saturday. Govt needs to enforce strict monitoring or restrict heavy vehicles to the old Mumbai-Pune highway. " Rohan K, an actor and freelance artist who travels on the expressway weekly, said, "For the past five years, I've noticed trucks driving in the rightmost lane, especially at night, causing severe congestion near places like Amrutanjan Bridge. While they're supposed to stay in the left lane, there's no enforcement. This defeats the purpose of an expressway meant for faster, safer travel. Diverting trucks to the old highway could prevent such accidents and reduce clogging. " Sandeep Ranawat, another weekly user, said, "Large vehicle drivers just don't follow basic safety rules. Container trucks, multi-axle trucks, or trailers with significantly higher load capacities should have mandatory checks, and drivers need proper training to stick to traffic regulations. It's frustrating to see heavy vehicles overtaking in the first lane, which is meant for lighter vehicles. There should be strict enforcement — maybe one or two chances for violations, but after that, serious action is a must. " "Smaller trucks are just as bad, weaving in and out recklessly. Drivers must take annual tests, maybe online, to prove they understand traffic signs and safety protocols. Right now, we don't even know if trucks are being checked before they hit the road. Another thing is that trucks should always have a driver and helper, but I've seen plenty on without the latter," he added. According to Ranawat, drivers and vehicle owners involved in accidents like the recent expressway mishap should face heavy fines. A senior Highway Safety Patrol (HSP) officer told TOI that accidents are more frequent on the Mumbai-bound (downhill) stretch of the expressway compared to the Pune-bound (uphill) journey. "Only 5-10% of accidents here occur while travelling towards Pune, as the downhill journey towards Mumbai often involves issues like uncontrolled speed, brake failures, or clutch problems," the officer said. The recent accident, compounded by heavy rainfall, underscored these risks, he said. In response, HSP is intensifying efforts to curb violations. "We've already fined numerous drivers on the expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune highway for drunk driving in the last four months, with each fine amounting to Rs 10,000," the officer said. Lane-cutting — a significant issue not just with trucks but also cars encroaching into the left lane meant for heavy vehicles — is being addressed through a dedicated squad. "The fine for lane-cutting is around Rs 2,000, and we're enforcing this more stringently. The expressway is equipped with rumble strips in the ghat sections to alert drivers to sharp curves or potential hazards, particularly if they're drowsy," the HSP officer added.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Time of India
Eight injured as bus to Pune catches fire after accident near Pithampur
Indore: Eight people were injured when a Pune-bound passenger bus from Indore caught fire after colliding with a stationary container on the Agra-Bombay National Highway near Pithampur on Sunday night. The bus left Indore at around 7 pm with nearly 30 passengers onboard. Within minutes of the collision, towering flames engulfed the entire vehicle. Fortunately, all passengers managed to evacuate the bus in time, but eight people, including the driver, sustained minor injuries. "While eight people were injured because of the collision, they did not sustain any burns and evacuated the bus immediately. They have been discharged after preliminary treatment," said ASP Rupesh Dwivedi. The accident occurred near Teehi village in the Kishanganj police station limits. According to the bus conductor Jeetu Rathore, thick smoke from the container ahead drastically reduced visibility, forcing the driver to apply sudden brakes. The bus rammed into the rear of the container, triggering the fire. Passengers said they felt a violent jolt before smoke started billowing from the bus cabin. Reacting swiftly, they exited the vehicle just before flames began to spread. A passenger named Samyak recounted that after the collision, the bus lights went off and dense smoke filled the interior. While most passengers escaped quickly, the driver got trapped inside. Local residents risked their lives to pull him out of the burning vehicle. The fire, which originated from the front of the bus, soon spread across the entire body, turning it into a blaze. The incident led to massive smoke clouds and a crowd gathered at the spot. Traffic on the highway came to a standstill. Fire brigade teams from Indore and Pithampur reached the location and managed to douse the fire after an hour-long effort. Meanwhile, the police diverted traffic and managed to restore vehicular movement an hour later.
Hindustan Times
15-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Two unruly passengers on Delhi-Mumbai SpiceJet flight attempt to enter cockpit forcefully, offloaded
Two unruly passengers were removed from a SpiceJet flight at the Delhi airport on Monday after they attempted to force their way into the cockpit while the aircraft was taxiing for takeoff. A SpiceJet passenger Boeing 737-800 aircraft (REUTERS) The flight, SG 9282, was scheduled to depart for Mumbai at 12:30pm but was delayed by nearly seven hours, taking off at 7:21pm, according to data available on Flightradar24. In a statement, SpiceJet said the aircraft returned to the bay after the disruption, and the two passengers were handed over to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). 'On July 14, 2025, two unruly passengers were offloaded from SpiceJet flight SG 9282 operating from Delhi to Mumbai,' the airline said in a statement. Also Read | Pune-bound SpiceJet aircraft's window frame dislodges mid-air "The two attempted to forcefully approach the cockpit and caused a disruption while the aircraft was taxiing," it added. According to SpiceJet, despite repeated requests by the cabin crew, fellow passengers, and the captain, the two passengers refused to return to their seats. 'Despite repeated requests by the cabin crew, fellow passengers, and the Captain, they refused to return to their seats. In the interest of the safety of all passengers and crew, the Captain decided to return the aircraft to the bay, and the passengers were offloaded. They were subsequently handed over to the CISF,' the airline said. In a separate incident, a SpiceJet flight SG-914 from Pune to Delhi, which had reached the runway for take-off, was forced to abort departure due to a technical issue. Passengers claimed that the flight, which was originally scheduled to depart at 12pm on July 13, ultimately took off at 9:05pm, after a delay of over nine hours. According to passengers, the aircraft halted suddenly after taxiing toward the runway, causing confusion and concern. Also Read | 'Janwaro ka khaana': SpiceJet passengers, angry over food quality, force ground staff to eat it, airline responds 'SpiceJet flight number SG-914 from Pune to Delhi on July 13 was chocks-on time for a 5.15 pm departure. However, the aircraft had to return to the bay due to a technical issue. The claim that passengers were kept onboard for two hours is incorrect and strongly denied. Passengers were deplaned after about an hour, and the flight departed at 9.05 pm,' a SpiceJet spokesperson said.
News18
13-07-2025
- News18
'SpiceJet Chor Hai': Passengers Protest After 10-Hour Flight Delay At Mumbai Airport
Last Updated: A SpiceJet flight to Dubai was delayed by over 10 hours at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, triggering protests by angry passengers. A SpiceJet flight to Dubai was reportedly delayed by more than 10 hours at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, triggering angry protests by passengers frustrated inside the terminal. As per reports, the flight was originally scheduled to depart at 1:50 am, but it was delayed due to technical issues. As hours passed without any information about the plane's new departure time, passengers became furious and lashed out at the airline. Many passengers alleged that SpiceJet failed to provide basic facilities like food and water during the prolonged wait, and complained of a lack of coordination and support from the ground staff, which worsened their distress. Mumbai Airport Par SpiceJet Chor Hai Ke Lage Nare Flight Delay Hone Log Naraz @flyspicejet #mumbai #airport #mumbaiairport #spicejet #flight #public #mumbainews #newsupdate #news #viral #viralvideo — MUMBAI TV (@tv_mumbai) July 13, 2025 The frustrated passengers, reaching the end of their patience, staged a protest inside the airport terminal. Videos circulating on social media show crowds of angry travellers shouting, 'SpiceJet chor hai. (SpiceJet is a thief)" and demanding accountability from the airline. Recently, SpiceJet came under scrutiny after passengers aboard a Pune-bound flight found that a window frame on the plane popped out mid-air. As per reports, a mother and a child were scared after the window popped out mid-air, and it was later found that the flight had suffered technical issues before takeoff. The airline said that there was no cabin depressurisation as the outer layers of the windowpane remained intact and passenger safety was not compromised. view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 16:25 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Goods train derails in Bhor ghat on Mumbai-Pune route
A goods train experienced a derailment at Monkey Hill in Bhor Ghat on the Mumbai-Pune route on Friday afternoon, disrupting rail traffic. According to a Central Railway spokesperson, the brake van of the train derailed near the halt station. While no injuries were reported, two Pune-bound trains were halted as a result of the incident. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A goods train derailed at Monkey Hill in Bhor Ghat on the Mumbai-Pune route on Friday afternoon, a Central Railway (CR) spokesperson said, adding that no injuries have been traffic on the route was affected with two Pune-bound trains halted, he brake van of the goods train derailed near Monkey Hill, a halt station in the mountainous Bhor Ghat stretch, at around 2 pm, said the CR's chief public relations officer Swapnil Nile."There are no reports of anyone getting injured," he told PTI, adding that more details were awaited.
