A car caught fire near Punawale on the Pune-Mumbai Highway on Saturday, leading to a significant traffic jam in the area. The incident occurred as the car was traveling from Pune towards Mumbai.
Upon receiving the information, the traffic police and the fire brigade team of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) immediately rushed to the spot to address the situation. Their prompt response and efforts helped bring the fire under control swiftly.
To ensure the smooth flow of traffic, the authorities swiftly removed the affected car from the road. This action aimed to minimize disruption and restore normalcy on the Pune-Mumbai route as quickly as possible.
Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported in connection with the incident. The timely intervention of the authorities prevented any harm to the occupants of the car and other individuals in the vicinity.
