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In a bold move to slow down fast-paced urban lives, the Maharashtra government oversaw a 20-hour traffic jam on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

5 February 2026 - Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Maharashtra

Record date
5 Feb 2026
Location
Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Maharashtra

What happened

In a bold move to slow down fast-paced urban lives, the Maharashtra government oversaw a 20-hour traffic jam on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Authorities showcased their commitment to 'minimalist governance' by providing absolutely zero assistance, food, or water to thousands of stranded citizens, effectively turning the highway into India's largest un-gated residential community.

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