Pune: Entry Curbs Imposed At Bhimashankar, Malshej Ghat and Other Tourist Spots Amid Heavy Rain
Pune: Entry Curbs Imposed At Bhimashankar, Malshej Ghat and Other Tourist Spots Amid Heavy Rain
Pune, July 8, 2026: In view of the ongoing heavy rainfall in Junnar and Ambegaon talukas, the administration has issued prohibitory orders at several popular tourist destinations to ensure the safety of visitors.
Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Archana Tambe issued the preventive orders following continuous heavy rainfall over the past two to three days, which has increased the risk of accidents at waterfalls, hill passes, forts and other tourist attractions.
According to the notification, the restrictions apply to several locations in Junnar taluka, including Amboli Waterfall (Daryaghat), Malshej Ghat, Kanchan Waterfall (Hatwij), the Reverse Waterfall at Naneghat, Shivneri Fort, Chavand Fort, Jivdhan Fort, Hadsar Fort, Nimgiri Fort, Ahupe, Dimbhe Dam and Pokhari Ghat. In Ambegaon taluka, the orders cover Bhimashankar and Kondhwal Waterfall.
Under the restrictions, visitors are prohibited from entering fast-flowing streams or swimming in them, standing beneath waterfalls or sitting in the water flow, taking selfies or filming at dangerous locations, consuming or carrying alcohol at tourist sites, parking vehicles in hazardous areas, driving recklessly, littering public places, harassing women, and playing loud music through DJs, loudspeakers or vehicle-mounted sound systems. Activities causing noise, air or water pollution have also been banned.
The administration has also prohibited the entry of two-wheelers, four-wheelers and other vehicles into the vicinity of waterfalls, dams and riverbanks covered under the order.
The administration has appealed to residents and tourists to strictly comply with the restrictions and cooperate in ensuring public safety. It has warned that anyone violating the orders will face action under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and other applicable laws.
