Tourism News: Due to the ‘red alert’ of heavy rains in Maharashtra, the administration has immediately closed major tourist spots and dangerous waterfalls in Pune, Satara and Nashik districts for the safety of tourists. Tourists have been banned at various places including Lonavla, Tamhini Ghat, Mahabaleshwar and Dugarwadi Falls till further orders and strict action has been warned if they violate the rules.
Tourist attractions are closed
After the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a ‘red alert’ for heavy to very heavy rains in the Ghat region including western Maharashtra, the administration took immediate action and closed major tourist spots for tourists indefinitely. Keeping in mind the rising water level, slippery roads, thick fog and landslides in the mountainous areas, the district administration has taken this decision under the Disaster Management Act to prevent loss of life, and tourists are now strictly prohibited from visiting this place. Tourism News
Places that are closed
In the wake of heavy rains, the administration has completely closed all major tourist attractions in western Maharashtra. These mainly include the world-famous Bhushi Dam, Ghuis Waterfall, Tamhini Ghat, Bhimashankar Sanctuary, Sinhagad and Rajgad forts of Lonavala in Pune district. In Satara district, dangerous view-points at Mahabaleshwar and Pachgani, Kas plateau, Thoseghar and Vajrai waterfalls and Sajjangarh area have been sealed for tourists. Dugarwadi Falls, Harihar Fort, Trimbakeshwar area, Saptasringi Fort and Bhandardara Dam area, which are considered very dangerous in Nashik and Ahmednagar belt, have been banned from all tourist spots. Besides, all small water sources in Devkund waterfall and mountain ghats in Thane and Raigad districts have been closed for security reasons. Tourism News
Administration warning
In view of the dangerous situation created by the heavy rains, the district administration, disaster management department and forest department have issued a very important appeal to the tourists. For the time being, the administration has requested that all plans to visit ghat roads, dams and waterfalls should be completely cancelled. Disasters such as flash floods, landslides or increased flow of water can occur in mountainous areas during monsoon. So don’t risk your life and your family’s life with the sound of reels or photos on social media. Collectors have appealed to the tourists to strictly follow the instructions given by the administration, not to believe any rumors and stay safe at home only by observing the official weather forecast.
Although banned by the administration, some tourists try to reach the waterfalls and forts through stealthy or hidden routes. Such people increase the risk of accidents. Hence, the police are now keeping a close watch on tourists who break the rules and sneak away. The administration has issued a stern warning that if anyone is caught doing so, they will be booked and direct police action will be taken. Tourism News
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