The northern leg of the Mumbai Coastal Road project is expected to be completed by December 2028, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced after reviewing construction progress on the Versova–Dahisar section of the corridor.
The Coastal Road project, once fully operational, will provide continuous connectivity between Nariman Point in South Mumbai and Bhayandar in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The under-construction northern segment linking Versova and Bhayandar forms a key part of the larger transportation network. Meanwhile, the southern section connecting Nariman Point to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link was opened to traffic in March 2024.
During the inspection, Fadnavis said the project is expected to offer a signal-free travel route along Mumbai’s western coastline, helping ease congestion on existing road networks. He pointed out that nearly 60 per cent of the city’s traffic currently relies on the Western Express Highway, and the Coastal Road is intended to provide an alternative corridor for commuters travelling between South Mumbai and the northern suburbs.
According to officials, the entire project is targeted for completion between October and December 2028. The Coastal Road includes a 29.2-kilometre, eight-lane, toll-free expressway designed to improve travel efficiency across the city. Authorities estimate that the route could reduce travel time between Nariman Point and Bhayandar from more than two hours to around 40 minutes.
The project is regarded as one of Mumbai’s largest urban infrastructure initiatives and is aimed at reducing pressure on major arterial roads while improving overall mobility. Alongside transport benefits, the state government plans to develop commercial districts around the corridor, drawing inspiration from the development model of Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
Earlier this year, on February 12, Fadnavis inaugurated the “Melody Road” section between Amarsons Garden and Breach Candy on the southern stretch of the Coastal Road. The segment features specially designed rumble strips that play the Oscar-winning song “Jai Ho” when vehicles drive over them, using technology inspired by a concept developed in Hungary.
The Coastal Road project also involves significant land reclamation, with portions earmarked for public open spaces, greenery and recreational facilities, supporting broader urban development and connectivity goals for Mumbai.
Source: The Chenab Times
