Mumbai’s Infrastructural Developments will be finished in a few years
Mumbai: With up to nine Metro rail projects, several suburban railway projects, and more than half a dozen road and bridge projects anticipated to be completed between 2024 and 2030, travel inside the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is predicted to experience a radical transformation. The MMR includes portions of the districts of Thane, Raigad, and […]
After three months, the government reverses course and buys out R-Infra’s Metro-1 stake
MUMBAI: Three months after sanctioning it, the state government has changed its mind about acquiring the Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro-1. During a Tuesday cabinet meeting, the decision was made. The city’s oldest route, Metro-1, is the only one developed under a public-private partnership. Mumbai Metro One Private Ltd (MMOPL), a special purpose vehicle (SPV), is in charge […]
Driverless pod taxis will soon operate between Bandra and Kurla in Mumbai
Pod taxis will soon operate in Mumbai between Bandra and Kurla, according to recent news sources. The launch of a pod taxi service in the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) area has reportedly received approval from the Mumbai Metropolitan Regional event Authority. This is a noteworthy event as it is the first of its kind in Mumbai’s […]
For the Metro 9, 7A car shed near Bhayander, three businesses submitted bids
Three companies have submitted bids to MMRDA for the construction of a depot in Dongri, close to Bhayander, for Metros 7A and 9 (Dahisar-Mira Bhayander). At least 40 stabling lines will be included at the 59.65-hectare depot to facilitate train repair and parking while not in use. The lowest bidder will receive the tender, according […]
Mumbai’s first underground metro is scheduled to open in July – View the schedule, stations, route, and other details
Mumbai is preparing for the groundbreaking of its first underground metro line in July, which would bring about a revolutionary expansion of its transit system. This new metro line, which runs 33.5 km below the crowded city streets, is expected to greatly reduce traffic congestion. With this enormous project, the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation hopes […]
“No Structural Defects”: MMRDA Responds to Maharashtra Congress Chief Nana Patole’s Claims of Cracks on Atal Setu
On Friday, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) clarified that the minor cracks found are on the approach road connecting to Atal Setu in Ulwe, not on the bridge itself. MMRDA assured that these cracks do not indicate any structural defects and pose no threat to the bridge. Labeling reports of cracks on the […]
Renovation of Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar is about to go underway
Following its announcement of the redevelopment of Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar in Ghatkopar, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has now invited bidders for the hiring of a project management consultant and an architect. June 18 is the deadline for submissions of tenders. Scattered over 75 acres near the Eastern Express Highway, Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar […]
The Worli-Sewri Road Prabhadevi Bridge’s revised plan has been submitted to the BMC for approval
On the Worli-Sewri elevated line, the problem with the bridge over Prabhadevi railway station is probably going to be fixed. The bridge’s construction will be altered by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority, and the BMC has been notified of the amended plan for the bridge near the train station. In order to enable cars […]
MMRDA’s Metro Ridership is Insufficient
Data shows that the metro ridership is well below the estimates set by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), providing a reality check on Mumbai’s urban transportation system. Even with massive expansions and investments in infrastructure, the actual number of people utilizing the metro system is just 40% of what the MMRDA had projected. […]
Essential Land Clearance Is Granted for the Rs 7,765 Crore Orange Gate-Marine Drive Tunnel Project
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has obtained a no objection certificate (NOC) for the construction of a launch shaft from the Mumbai Port Trust (MbPT) on land near P D’Mello Road, which is a crucial step forward for the Orange Gate-Marine Drive tunnel project. The contractor will shortly receive the 1.96 acre allocated […]