Gas Tanker Overturns on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Causes Traffic Chaos

A gas tanker overturned on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, causing traffic disruptions and a gas leak scare. The tanker, carrying highly flammable propylene gas, lost control near the Adoshi tunnel in Raigad district. Traffic was temporarily stopped to ensure safety, leading to long vehicle queues.

A gas tanker overturned near the Adoshi tunnel on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Tuesday afternoon, disrupting traffic flow, according to police reports.

The incident occurred in Raigad district as the tanker, allegedly speeding, lost control on a slope and tipped over, leading to a dangerous gas leak.

Officials quickly closed traffic towards Mumbai as a precaution to avoid any accidents, but the initial measures resulted in significant delays and lengthy vehicle queues along the expressway.

(With inputs from agencies.)