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Ghansoli Waterfall Closed Due To Safety Concerns

Gawli Dev waterfall banned for tourists, police intensify patrolling

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 28 July 2026 at 06:46 pm
Ghansoli Waterfall Closed Due To Safety Concerns

The Gawli Dev waterfall and hill in Ghansoli have been closed to tourists due to safety concerns during the monsoon season. Every year, thousands of visitors flock to the site to enjoy the seasonal waterfall, but the hazardous conditions have led the Maharashtra government and police to impose a complete ban on entry.

The waterfall flows at full force during the monsoon, drawing large crowds despite the risks. To prevent accidents, the Thane district administration, Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), and Rabale MIDC Police have issued strict prohibitory orders barring visitors from accessing the site.

Police patrolling in the area has also been intensified to ensure compliance with the restrictions. The authorities are taking these measures to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.

Gawli Dev is a major monsoon attraction, with tourists seeking the unique experience of standing beneath the waterfall. However, the risks associated with visiting the site during the monsoon season have led to the ban.

Meanwhile, infrastructure works worth Rs 4.61 crore are currently underway at Gawli Dev under the District Planning Committee's Tourism Development Scheme. The project includes construction of gabion retaining walls, seating areas, stone masonry, paved walkways, gazebos, portable and public toilets, drinking water facilities, stormwater drainage systems, and new stairways to improve safe access to the hill.

The project is being funded through allocations made by the District Planning Committee. The development of Gawli Dev as a tourism destination is expected to boost the local economy and provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors.

The closure of the waterfall is a precautionary measure to prevent accidents and ensure public safety. The authorities are taking necessary steps to develop the site and provide a safe experience for visitors in the future.

The monsoon season is a time of high risk for accidents at waterfalls and hills, and the authorities are taking necessary measures to prevent them. The closure of Gawli Dev waterfall is a necessary step to ensure public safety, and the development works underway will provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors in the future.

In conclusion, the closure of Gawli Dev waterfall due to safety concerns is a necessary measure to prevent accidents and ensure public safety. The development works underway will provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors in the future, and the site is expected to become a major tourist destination in the region.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the Gawli Dev waterfall closed to tourists?

The waterfall is closed due to safety concerns during the monsoon season.

What development works are underway at Gawli Dev?

Infrastructure works worth Rs 4.61 crore are underway, including construction of retaining walls, seating areas, and paved walkways.

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