Malshej Ghat, a vital link to Mumbai and other parts of the state via Murbad taluka in the Thane district, has been closed for vehicular traffic after a landslide.
According to initial information, one person has been injured, and he has been rushed to a hospital.
The incident took place early in the morning, due to which the vehicular movement on this route has been stopped on both the side as a precautionary measure.
Reports also suggest that the route is likely to remain closed for the next two days.
The officials are at the spot and efforts are on to clear the rubble. However, rains and fog in the region are creating hurdle, said Resident Deputy Collector Shivaji Patil.
This route is usually used for transporting vegetables to Mumbai market from Pune and other places.
(More details are awaited)
