BMC Inspects Pedestrian Infrastructure in Prabhadevi, Chembur Under ‘Pedestrian First’ Campaign
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) inspected pedestrian infrastructure and footpaths in Prabhadevi and Chembur as part of its ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign. Additional Municipal Commissioner (City) Prajakta Verma-Lavangare inspected Prabhadevi railway station, the proposed Foot Over Bridge (FOB) and surrounding areas. Discussions with officials covered the proposed FOB, station access points, traffic management and passenger safety. […]
Mumbai’s Footpaths Remain Out Of Reach Despite Policies & Court Orders
Although more than half of Mumbai’s daily trips are made on foot, safe and continuous footpaths remain unavailable across large parts of the city. Broken pavements, encroachments and missing walkways continue to force pedestrians onto busy roads, raising concerns about safety and accessibility. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is currently undertaking the concreting of around […]
Mumbai To Prepare India’s First City-Wide Pedestrian Master Plan To Improve Walkability
Mumbai is set to become the first city in India to develop a comprehensive city-wide master pedestrian network plan, with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) informing the Supreme Court that it is preparing an integrated strategy to create a seamless, accessible and connected pedestrian network across the metropolis. In an affidavit submitted before the apex […]
Rs 900 Crore Mumbai Skywalks Lie Underused, Raise Safety Concerns For Commuters
Mumbai’s network of skywalks, developed at a cost of nearly Rs 900 crore to improve pedestrian safety and ease congestion, is increasingly failing to serve its intended purpose. Built across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in phases—including locations such as Badlapur, Ambarnath, and Kalyan—around 37 skywalks were envisioned as secure, efficient pathways. However, issues like poor […]
Altamount Road: Where Luxury Meets Broken Footpaths
Altamount Road is widely regarded as a symbol of wealth and influence. Lined with residences of some of India’s most prominent business families, it frequently appears in global rankings of the world’s most expensive streets. The neighbourhood conveys exclusivity, order and round-the-clock security. However, the experience changes markedly for those navigating it on foot. Pavements […]
Bandra East Skywalk Ready, Awaiting Formal Launch To Ease Commuter Congestion
January 24, 2026: The Bandra East skywalk, built by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), is ready for use, promising relief to thousands of daily commuters struggling with congested roads. The Western Railway (WR) has opened access from the 12-metre-wide Churchgate-end foot overbridge (FOB) to the newly constructed skywalk, offering direct connectivity from Bandra station to […]
BMC Floats Rs 100-Crore Tender To Transform Footpaths In Mumbai’s Biggest Walkability Push
November 21, 2025: In a landmark step towards pedestrian-first urban planning, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a Rs 100-crore tender to upgrade or construct 16.55 kilometres of footpaths across 14 major roads. Announced on Thursday, this initiative marks a major policy shift that places walkability at the centre of Mumbai’s road development strategy. […]
Bandra East Skywalk Faces Criticism Over Complex Design, Delay
September 5, 2025: The under-construction skywalk at Bandra East, linking the railway station with the Western Express Highway via the Kalanagar junction, has come under sharp criticism from experts and activists, who have labelled its design convoluted. The new structure, which passes beneath the existing Kalanagar flyover, is over 50 per cent complete and is […]
Foot Overbridge Link To Metro Line 3 Makes Access To Mumbai Airport T2 Faster
August 19, 2025: Reaching Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport’s (CSMIA) Terminal 2 has become more convenient following the inauguration of a direct foot overbridge linking the terminal with Mumbai Metro’s Line 3. The bridge, which opened on Saturday, is expected to significantly improve last-mile connectivity for air passengers. The newly built steel structure connects the […]
BMC Plans Marine Drive Upgrade To Boost City Walkability
August 7, 2025: In a bid to enhance walkability in Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced plans to upgrade the iconic Marine Drive promenade — a UNESCO-nominated heritage precinct. The initiative is part of a broader civic vision to develop a continuous heritage walkway stretching up to Girgaon Chowpatty. Mumbai’s municipal commissioner and […]