Tourist ban lifted! Lonavala sees huge crowds at Bhushi Dam, Bhaje Falls

Poona: After a week of heavy rains that disrupted life and led to a tourist ban, Lonavala saw a large influx of visitors on Sunday (July 28).

The ban was lifted after the rains subsided and popular spots like Bhushi Dam, Tiger Point and Bhaje Falls were packed with tourists enjoying the monsoon.

The government had imposed a ban on visiting tourist spots in Maval and Mulshi talukas from July 25 to 29. As the intensity of rain subsided, the ban was lifted after midnight on July 27.

However, the weather department issued a yellow warning for rain in Pune district and the ghats for the next four days. The local official has therefore reimposed the ban.

Despite the new measures, the reduced rainfall and the large number of tourists created a festive atmosphere at all tourist spots.

Besides Bhushi Dam, large crowds were seen at Sahara Bridge Waterfall, Tiger Point and Rajmachi Point in Khandala. To control the crowd, the Lonavala City police had deployed heavy security at the dam.

Similarly, security was arranged at Sahara Bridge, and Lonavala Rural Police were stationed at Bhaje Waterfall. Security was also deployed around Pavana Dam reservoir area.

During the monsoon season, tourists from Pune and Mumbai visit Lonavala in large numbers. While visitors are encouraged to enjoy their time, they are also urged to avoid activities that put their lives at risk.