In the aftermath of a tragic accident claiming eight lives on Navale Bridge, the Pune Municipal Corporation held an emergency meeting to devise both immediate and sustainable safety measures. Senior officials from the National Highways Authority of India, Regional Transport Office, and other agencies participated.

The meeting highlighted factors such as overspeeding, lane violations, and heavy vehicle traffic as major contributors to frequent accidents on the 10-km stretch between Jambhulwadi and Warje. Proposed short-term measures include establishing check-posts with multilingual signage, implementing speed limits, and setting up large LED warning boards at regular intervals.

Long-term plans involve constructing a new bridge by 2026 and exploring the development of a tunnel to ease tra

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