Zipline becomes lifeline: Raging river traps 300 trekkers in Malshej Ghat; daring rescue by locals saves day

Heavy rainfall stranded 300 trekkers, including 100 women, at Malshej Ghat. Forest staffers and locals conducted a seven-hour rescue operation. The trekkers were stuck near Waghachi Wadi on the Thane-Pune border. Rescuers used ropes and ziplines to move people across the Kalu river. Officials cautioned against venturing into the forest without guidance due to dangerous conditions and wildlife.