Once a scenic and peaceful retreat, the hill station of Lonavala in Pune has allegedly turned into a heavily monitored and stressful zone for visitors. A man who once loved “going there for quick weekend getaways" with his wife highlighted the growing discomfort experienced by tourists in Lonavala, saying it “feels like entering a war zone" due to the heavy security in place.

In a social media post, this man claimed that his recent visits to the beautiful hill station have felt as if he and his better half are in a “battle with speed traps and cops." Detailing his series of unpleasant experiences, the traveller mentioned how excessive police turnout, with aggressive security checks and some strategically placed AI-powered speed cameras, has turned visiting Lonavala from a soulful getaway

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