Gadkari abandons tunnel visit due to traffic congestion

India Jun 30, 2025

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari had to cancel his Pune visit after his convoy got stuck in a massive traffic jam—the same problem the proposed tunnel project he was coming to review is supposed to solve.
Delays from his flight and police barricades only made things worse, with rain adding to the chaos around Bajirao Road and Shaniwar Wada.

Pune residents notice irony of the situation

Pune residents couldn't help but notice the irony: even a Union Minister isn't immune to their daily gridlock.
Many are hoping this incident pushes for faster solutions, so everyone can finally get some relief from endless jams.