The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking has stopped the operation of its air-conditioned bus route A-188 between Borivali (East) railway station and Kanheri Caves. The decision follows directions from the Bombay High Court, officials said.

Officials said that the decision was made following a communication from the Deputy Director (South) of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The BEST have ordered the suspension of public transport services within the national park area to protect the environment and wildlife.