The yatra (journey) of Ekvira Devi in Lonavala, the clan deity of the Agri-Koli community, will be held over three days on March 24, 25 and 26. On this occasion, toll on the busiest Mumbai-Pune Expressway has been waived for three days.
However, to avail of the toll exemption, devotees will need a toll waiver letter issued by Bhiwandi Lok Sabha MP Suresh Mhatre, also known as Balya Mama. The MP informed that the toll will be waived upon showing his approved letter at toll booths.
The Expressway toll administration has accepted the request for a waiver, which will remain in effect for the three-day yatra. MP Mhatre has also urged devotees to follow traffic rules and ensure safety during the event.
People from various communities, including the Agri-Koli community, visit the Ekvira Devi temple in Lonavala for darshan. A large turnout is expected this year as well. The yatra will be held from April 24 to April 26, 2026.
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During this period, devotees from Thane, Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban and Raigad districts travel to the temple via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Many face financial strain due to toll charges, and disputes at toll booths have also been reported in the past. Taking these concerns into account, MP Mhatre had requested the toll administration to grant a waiver. Accordingly, toll exemption will be provided to those carrying the MP’s letter.