The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is building additional pathways and foot overbridges (FOBs) to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility near Mumbai Metro stations. The goal of this project is to give pedestrians and commuters seamless connectivity, especially along the Metro Line 7 route.
In May 2023, MMRDA inaugurated two FOBs at Dindoshi and Rashtriya Udyan Metro stations. The Dindoshi FOB spans 112 meters in length and 4 meters in width, benefiting residents of Koknipada, Malad East, Gokuldham, Film City, and Pathanwadi. The Rashtriya Udyan FOB measures 83 meters by 4 meters, serving commuters from areas including Ashok Van, Kajupada, NG Park Complex, Borivali East, and Kulupwadi.
These FOBs are integral to MMRDA’s Multi-Modal Integration (MMI) plans, focusing on accessibility, safety, and last-mile connectivity from Metro stations. The MMI plans involve redesigning station influence areas within a 250-meter radius to facilitate efficient and safe dispersal of traffic and commuters. This includes restructuring carriageways and footpaths, relocating utilities, installing streetlights, adjusting bus stops, and providing dedicated pickup and drop-off bays for various modes of transport.
MMRDA is also constructing additional FOBs at Metro stations along Metro Line 7, including Gundavali, Goregaon, Aarey, Poinsur, and Magathane. The Gundavali FOB, already inaugurated, connects Metro Line 7 with Metro Line 1, enhancing interconnectivity within the metro network.
According to MMRDA Commissioner S.V.R. Srinivas, these FOBs are crucial components of the MMI strategy, aiming to reduce pedestrian-vehicular conflicts and accidents by providing direct connectivity from metro stations to nearby commercial establishments and office spaces. This approach allows commuters to access malls and offices directly from metro stations without crossing busy roads, thereby improving safety and convenience.
These improvements demonstrate MMRDA’s dedication to establishing a pedestrian-friendly urban setting, guaranteeing quicker and safer access to Mumbai’s growing metro system.
Source: Oneindia
