BMC Plans Double-Decker Bridge, Veer Savarkar Flyover Faces Axe In Goregaon
September 11, 2025: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has granted in-principle approval to demolish the Veer Savarkar (MTNL) Flyover in Goregaon — a key east-west connector constructed just seven years ago as part of the proposed double-decker bridge under the Versova–Dahisar Link Road (VDLR) project. The final clearance for demolition, however, remains with Municipal Commissioner […]
BMC Plans Demolition Of Goregaon’s Savarkar Flyover For Coastal Road Connector
September 11, 2025: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has granted in-principle approval to demolish the seven-year-old Veer Savarkar flyover in Goregaon to facilitate the construction of a double-decker bridge. The proposed structure will connect the Malad-Mindspace stretch of the Mumbai Coastal Road (North) to Dindoshi, additional municipal commissioner Abhijit Bangar confirmed on Tuesday. Part of […]
Mumbai’s Pothole Woes Persist Despite 13,000 Complaints
September 5, 2025: Despite repeated efforts by the civic authorities, potholes continue to trouble commuters across Mumbai. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has received more than 13,000 complaints regarding cratered roads this monsoon, with Bhandup recording the highest number. According to civic data, 13,348 complaints have been lodged by residents so far, of which 12,710 […]
Mumbai’s Vehicle Count Crosses 50 Lakh, Private Cars Lead At 88%
August 26, 2025: Private vehicles continue to dominate Mumbai’s roads, with two-wheelers and cars comprising almost 88% of the city’s vehicle fleet, while public buses make up less than 1%, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) Environment Status Report 2024–25. The report, released earlier this week, revealed that Mumbai’s vehicle population crossed the 50-lakh […]
BMC To Add New Drainage Inlets After Waterlogging On Vikhroli Rail Overbridge
August 22, 2025: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced corrective measures to address waterlogging on the recently opened Vikhroli rail overbridge (ROB), after a ground inspection revealed that plastic waste blocking the water inlets was the primary cause of flooding earlier this week. The inspection followed a report published on August 20, highlighting how […]
Mumbai’s Orange Gate Tunnel Project Faces Local Pushback From Marine Drive Residents
August 20, 2025: Residents of Marine Drive have expressed concerns over the absence of public consultation for the upcoming Orange Gate-Marine Drive tunnel project, despite its potential to improve connectivity in South Mumbai. The Marine Drive Citizens’ Association voiced disappointment over not being kept informed about the plans. Ashok Gupta, vice-president of the association, told […]
Versova-Bandra Sea Link Construction Advances, Completion Expected In Two Years
August 18, 2025: The ambitious Versova-Bandra Sea Link, aimed at transforming urban mobility along Mumbai’s western corridor, is advancing steadily, with officials confirming approximately 60% completion. The project is on track for delivery within the next two years, promising to ease traffic congestion along the Western Expressway by providing a parallel, high-capacity transport corridor. Maharashtra […]
City’s Coastal Road Now Accessible 24×7 For Public And Private Transport
August 18, 2025: Mumbai has officially opened full access to its ambitious Coastal Road project, enabling uninterrupted vehicular movement round the clock. With all bridges, tunnels, and underpasses now operational, the city has reached a key milestone in its efforts to improve mobility along the western corridor. City authorities confirmed that both north- and south-bound […]
CM Fadnavis Opens Four Major Infrastructure Projects To Ease Mumbai Commute
August 16, 2025: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday inaugurated four major projects of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) aimed at improving connectivity, easing traffic, and strengthening public transport in the city. The event was attended by senior state leaders and officials, including Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee. The projects launched include […]
BKC Road Expansion Leads To Removal Of Cycle Tracks In Mumbai
August 12, 2025: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has begun dismantling cycle tracks in the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to expand road lanes, aiming to alleviate severe congestion in one of the city’s busiest commercial districts. The move comes amid a sharp rise in vehicle volumes, particularly following the closure of the Sion bridge, […]