Is this the most haunted highway in India?

Kashedi Ghat on the Mumbai-Goa Highway (NH 66) is one of the most scenic highways in India. However, the beauty has given nightmares to many drivers driving through the road. Yes, you read that right! Kashedi Ghat is often noted as one of the most haunted roads/highways in India.

The stretch is known for its eerie atmosphere, sharp bends, and steep climbs. For a long time now, the road has reported mysterious tales, ghostly appearance and weird events, making it a (un) popular spot for paranormal legends and scary ghost stories.
But is it really haunted? Or is it just a local lore to scare off people? Let’s explore:

About Kashedi Ghat
Kashedi Ghat is set between Mumbai and Goa. It’s a dangerous, twisted road already that climbs through the Sahyadri Mountains. The road has gained a reputation for being haunted because of several reasons. There are drivers and locals who have reported weird experiences, particularly at night. The road is notoriously curvy, often covered in mist, which sets the perfect eerie atmosphere for ghost stories.

Truth behind ghostly sightings and paranormal activity



If the legends are to be believed, there have been several inexplicable incidents along this route. Some stories talk of travellers suddenly spotting apparitions in the middle of the road, while others recount strange incidents where people found themselves trapped in an endless loop, driving over the same stretch repeatedly.

It's worth noting that you're navigating a road known for its numerous twists and turns, where, at a certain point, all the curves may start to look identical. Add to that the pitch-black darkness of this stretch in the Western Ghats, where even the moonlight can't be relied upon. Rains are especially dangerous on these roads.
Flesh-eating witches?

The haunting tales of Kashedi Ghat go beyond just strange sightings. The entire Mumbai-Goa Highway, or NH-66, is rumored to be a haunted stretch, with some claiming it to be home to spirits, including flesh-eating witches. According to the legends, these flesh-eating witches reveal their presence, and if you happen to have non-vegetarian food with you, they will snatch it away. Sounds scary and unbelievable, right!

So, is Kashedi Ghat the most haunted highway in India? Well, we can’t answer that but the tales and experiences shared by several travellers, we can definitely conclude that make it one of the most intriguing haunted locations in the country.