Pune News: 25-Day Closure of Tamhini Ghat Road Brings Mulshi Tourism to a Standstill

Mulshi, 3rd August 2026: The closure of the Pune–Tamhini Ghat road for the past 25 days due to heavy rainfall has dealt a severe blow to tourism in Mulshi, leaving hundreds of families who depend on tourist arrivals struggling to make ends meet.

The road was closed after a stretch between Dongarwadi and Nive was washed away following continuous heavy rains in western Maharashtra over the past four weeks. To ensure public safety, the administration has prohibited tourist entry into the ghat section until further notice.

The closure has particularly affected Palse Waterfall, one of the most popular monsoon destinations for visitors from Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Every year, thousands of tourists flock to the waterfall to enjoy its scenic beauty and the lush green surroundings during the rainy season.

With road access cut off, tourist footfall has come to a complete standstill. More than 30 roadside businesses, including tea stalls, eateries, roasted corn vendors, and parking facilities near Palse Waterfall, have remained closed, leaving local entrepreneurs without a source of income.

For the Mulshi–Tamhini region, the monsoon season is the peak tourism period. Apart from Palse Waterfall, destinations such as Mulshi Dam, Bhira, and Tamhini Ghat attract thousands of visitors seeking waterfalls, mist-covered hills, and verdant landscapes.

According to local residents, nearly 200 to 250 families in the Shedani Phata, Mulshi, Palse, and Tamhini Ghat areas depend directly on tourism for their livelihoods. They estimate that the prolonged road closure has caused business losses exceeding ₹2 crore over the past 25 days.

Locals have urged the authorities to restore road connectivity at the earliest, saying the reopening of the route is crucial for reviving tourism and helping businesses recover from the significant financial losses.