Pune: Sinhagad Fort Closed Amid Landslide Risk Due to Heavy Rainfall
Pune, 27th May 2025: Amid ongoing heavy rainfall in the region, authorities have temporarily closed Sinhagad Fort to the public due to the heightened risk of landslides. The Meteorological Department has forecasted continued rainfall over the coming days, prompting the Pune Forest Department to take precautionary measures to ensure public safety.
The closure, effective immediately, will remain in place until further notice and includes all trekking routes to the fort. Entry through Kalyan Darwaza, Atkarwadi, and other popular paths has been strictly prohibited.
An official disaster management inspection is also scheduled for Thursday, May 29, 2025, as part of the ongoing safety assessment. “All citizens are requested to cooperate with the administration,” the Pune Forest Department stated in a press note issued by the Deputy Conservator of Forests.
“Sinhagad Fort will remain closed only on 29th May 2025. If the fort is to remain closed on any additional dates, a separate order will be issued accordingly”, said the officer.
Local authorities urge residents and adventure enthusiasts to avoid the area and remain alert to weather advisories.
