SC Defers L&T’s Plea On Thane-Bhayandar Tunnel Project, Says ‘No Urgency’
The Supreme Court of India on Friday adjourned the hearing of petitions filed by infrastructure giant Larsen & Toubro (L&T), which challenged the Bombay High Court’s refusal to stay the opening of financial bids for two major infrastructure projects — the Thane-Ghodbunder to Bhayandar tunnel and an elevated road project. A bench comprising Justices J.B. […]
Mumbai’s Madh Bridge Set For Launch After Decades In The Making
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is preparing to seek final clearance from the Bombay High Court to commence work on the much-anticipated Madh-Versova Bridge project, edging closer to realisation after almost 60 years of delay. Spanning 2.06 kilometres, the new bridge will connect the jetties at Madh and Versova across the creek, dramatically reducing the […]
Reay Road Bridge: A Game Changer for Mumbai’s Traffic Woes
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, […]
Mumbai’s Underground Metro Line-3 Brings Speed, Sustainability & Growth
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently inaugurated the newly extended stretch of Mumbai Metro Aqua Line-3, connecting Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli. This milestone marks a significant phase in the development of the 33.5-km fully underground metro corridor that runs from Aarey in the north to Worli in the south. […]
New Santa Cruz–Chembur Link to Reduce Traffic, Experts Caution About Future
Opened in 2014, the initial Santa Cruz–Chembur Link Road (SCLR) included the first double-decker flyover in Mumbai. In order to facilitate faster travel between the city’s suburbs, it connected Amar Mahal Junction on the Eastern Express Highway to Kapadia Nagar on CST Road in the west. As traffic congestion at numerous intersections, particularly in the […]
Progress In Elphinstone Bridge Rehabilitation Talks, Key Assurances Given To Residents
Efforts to resolve the long-standing deadlock over the rehabilitation of residents affected by the Elphinstone Bridge reconstruction have seen a step forward. A crucial meeting held on Monday addressed two major concerns: the timeline for cluster redevelopment and the relocation plans for residents of buildings set to be demolished for the project. The meeting, initiated […]
Mumbai’s Elphinstone Bridge Demolition Marks Major Step In Decongestion Efforts
The Bombay High Court has approved the demolition of Mumbai’s historic Elphinstone Bridge, paving the way for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to move ahead with the Sewri-Worli Connector project. The decision follows the dismissal of a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a resident who argued that the British-era structure was still […]
MMRDA To Redevelop 19 Buildings Affected By Elphinstone Bridge Project, Promises Same-Site Homes
In a significant move for Mumbai’s infrastructure and housing landscape, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has been entrusted with the redevelopment of 19 buildings impacted by the Elphinstone Bridge project. Residents have been assured new homes at the same location, ensuring minimal displacement during the redevelopment process. The decision was announced by Minister […]
Vidyavihar Railway Overbridge In Mumbai Slated For Completion By Mid-2026
The long-pending Vidyavihar railway overbridge (ROB), linking Lal Bahadur Shastri (LBS) Marg to Ramkrishna Chemburkar Marg, is now moving steadily towards completion by mid-2026, nearly ten years after the project first began in 2016. Estimated at Rs 160 crore, the bridge faced prolonged delays due to land acquisition challenges and coordination hurdles between the BMC […]
Juhu Residents Demand Undersea Tunnel Over Bandra-Versova Sea Link
Residents of Mumbai’s Juhu neighbourhood are requesting that the government reevaluate the Bandra-Versova Sea Link (BVSL) project and instead build an underwater tunnel that would preserve the city’s renowned sea view and delicate coastal ecosystem. The need is a result of growing worries about long-term urban sustainability, skyline alteration, and irreversible environmental damage. The proposed […]