Gas Tanker Overturns Near Adoshi Tunnel, Causes Over 24-Hour Traffic Disruption on Mumbai-Pune Expressway

A gas tanker carrying highly flammable propylene overturned near the Adoshi tunnel on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on February 3, causing a continuous gas leak and triggering a major traffic disruption. Authorities closed the Mumbai-bound carriageway and diverted traffic, but congestion persisted for over 24 hours, stranding thousands of commuters without access to food, water, or toilet facilities. Emergency teams including NDRF, SDRF, and BPCL worked to contain the leak and transfer the gas. Alternative routes were advised, and many bus services were canceled. The incident highlighted challenges in emergency response and infrastructure capacity on this critical corridor.