India, June 24 -- Lush greenery, gushing waterfalls and pleasant weather, the monsoon season is a glorious time for tourism in Maharashtra after the harsh summer months. It's the perfect time to go on treks or just slow down and take a break from city life. With a rise in tourists visiting hill stations like Lonavala, Matheran, Mahabaleshwar, etc., it's important to stay safe.

Recently, the Kundmala bridge near Pune collapsed, leading to four deaths and several people being injured. The reasons were heavy rainfall that caused the Indrayani river waters to swell and overcrowding on the dilapidated bridge.

After this tragic incident, authorities have imposed restrictions or shut down access to these popular spots:

The restrictions for th...