Two new road-over-bridges (ROBs) at Reay Road and Titwala are set to be inaugurated soon, which would drastically alter the city’s traffic situation. On May 13, 2024, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is anticipated to reveal these crucial infrastructure projects, which would improve connectivity and reduce traffic in the busy city.
According to a TOI report, the 385-meter-long, six-lane Reay Road bridge is a groundbreaking cable-stayed construction. This bridge, which was constructed at a cost of Rs 266 crore, links Byculla and Brittania Industries and can save drivers up to 30 minutes during rush hour. Its unique design uses cables that are fixed to towers, allowing for a longer span with fewer piers than any other land-based bridge in Mumbai.
The bridge was built by the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC) to replace an older, 1910 two-lane construction. In addition to facilitating better traffic flow, the new bridge has architectural LED lighting, which raises its aesthetic value close to historical sites. Mohammed Shaikh, a local cab driver, claims that the new bridge will give passengers a quicker and safer path. Congestion relief along one of the busiest roads in the area is the concurrent goal of the 820-meter, Rs 100 crore Titwala ROB.
The commuters going to the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganesh Mandir will especially benefit from this four-lane facility, which will increase connectivity between Ambivili and Kalyan.By removing the level crossing gates that now cause delays for almost fifty trains per day, the Titwala bridge will also improve the punctuality of suburban trains. It is anticipated that this modification will increase overall service dependability and expedite train operations.
According to MRIDC authorities, further ROB projects are planned, such as new buildings at Byculla, Ghatkopar, and Dadar (Tilak Bridge). The construction of these future bridges is a component of a larger plan to update Mumbai’s infrastructure in order to meet the city’s expanding population and traffic needs.
Source: Mumbai Now.
