An important turning point in Mumbai’s infrastructure development has been reached with the full operation of the city’s first cable-stayed road overbridge at Reay Road station. One of the fastest-built overbridges in the nation, this six-lane bridge was finished in under two years and features a designated pedestrian walkway.
Work on the Reay Road overbridge started on February 14, 2022, as part of a larger project by the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC) to replace deteriorating bridges from the British era. With two down ramps and a 1.52-kilometer section targeted at reducing traffic and improving safety, the 385-meter project, valued at ₹2.73 billion, is intended to improve traffic flow and ease congestion.
The Reay Road Cable-Stayed Bridge has some noteworthy characteristics, such as six car lanes, a designated pedestrian walkway, and adequate vertical clearance that complies with Indian Road Congress regulations. It also has architectural LED lighting to improve users’ visibility at night and the bridge’s aesthetics. To give real-time information on the bridge’s structural integrity and enhance user safety, a bridge health monitoring system has been implemented. These characteristics provide smooth traffic flow and minimal congestion on one of the busiest routes in the city, meeting the increasing needs of contemporary Mumbai traffic.
In keeping with other infrastructure developments in Byculla, Dadar, and Ghatkopar, the completion of this bridge is a crucial component of Mumbai’s continuous change. By offering effective routes and improved connectivity throughout the city, particularly via the Barrister Nath Pai Road underpass, it will greatly enhance traffic flow.
The Reay Road Cable-Stayed Bridge is expected to become a landmark in Mumbai’s skyline because of its innovative features and contemporary design, supporting the city’s goals of urban mobility and modernisation. Mumbai’s dedication to enhancing infrastructure and meeting the expanding requirements of its citizens is embodied by this new flyover.
Source: Urban Acres
