Speed Limit Hike Considered for Heavy Vehicles on Bhor Ghat
The Bhor Ghat section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway may see an increase in speed limits for heavy vehicles. Deliberations are ongoing to raise limits from 40 kmph to 45-50 kmph, potentially reducing e-challans and improving traffic flow. Authorities are set to make a decision soon.
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Authorities are considering raising the speed limit for heavy vehicles on the Bhor Ghat section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, potentially moving it from the existing 40 kmph to between 45 and 50 kmph. Transporters argue that the current speed limit is impractical and leads to increased traffic fines and road congestion.
The current speed limit for heavy vehicles often causes traffic disruptions and accidents, exacerbated by the sloping terrain. A joint survey by MSRDC, highway police, and the state transport department has led to calls for modifying speed limits. The introduction of the Intelligent Traffic Management System has also heightened fine issuances, further intensifying calls for change.
The move is aimed at reducing fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and the frequency of traffic violations while improving general road safety. The Maharashtra road authority and state police are expected to soon finalize the proposed upward revision to the speed limits.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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