For the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the onset of the new year will witness the inauguration of several new projects. In the early months of the year, January and February, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate many projects. Consequently, citizens of Mumbai and neighboring cities will receive significant assurance. Citizens will experience faster and more comfortable journeys.
To facilitate the development of Mumbai city, it is necessary not only to focus on projects solely for Mumbai but also to undertake comprehensive development in the surrounding cities. Therefore, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and other institutions are collaborating with central, state, and local government bodies in these development endeavors.
Over the past few years, many major projects have been initiated. Presently, the work on these projects is nearly complete, while some have been entirely finished. Hence, there is a possibility that during the coming year, these projects might see their culmination through inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Several projects are in progress, and their ground-breaking ceremonies will be conducted by the Prime Minister. The excitement for the inauguration of projects in Mumbai and nearby cities will intensify during the upcoming parliamentary elections.
The inauguration of which projects will take place?
Mumbai Trans Harbour Link
The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link is considered the largest project currently underway in Maharashtra. With the presence and involvement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as the Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, this project holds great significance. This six-lane route spans 21.8 kilometers, linking Mumbai to Nhava Sheva directly. The project cost amounts to 17,843 crores and construction commenced in 2018. Presently, only the finishing touches such as painting and electrical poles are pending, which will be completed soon. Once inaugurated, it will be India’s longest sea bridge, significantly reducing travel times between Navi Mumbai Airport, JNPT, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and Mumbai-Goa Highway to just 20 minutes.
Mumbai Coastal Road Phase 1
The construction of the Mumbai Coastal Road, from South Mumbai’s Marine Drive to Kandivali, is in progress through the Versova Link. This Phase 1 stretch from Princess Street Flyover to Worli Sea Link spans 10.58 kilometers with four lanes. The road includes underground routes, three interchanges, and the construction of several flyovers. The work for the Coastal Road began in October 2018, and presently, 85% of the work is completed. It is estimated that this segment’s completion will coincide with the beginning of the new year, leading to its formal inauguration.
Aqua Line of Mumbai Metro 3
During the previous government’s tenure, the most talked-about and debated project was Metro 3, known as the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ route. This underground metro project in the central part of Mumbai, from Cuffe Parade to Colaba, marks the completion of the first phase. This phase includes the stretch from Cuffe Parade to Wadala-Kurla Complex, which is 95% complete. This 17-kilometer line connects key stations like Cuffe Parade, MMRCL, Marol Naka, International Airport, Sahar Road, Domestic Airport, Santacruz, Vidyanagari, and BKC. The completion of the first phase is at 90%, and its inauguration will happen soon.
In addition to these city-centered projects, there are others related to Navi Mumbai, Dombivali, Bhiwandi, and Thane. While some are pending completion, a few have already concluded, awaiting formal inauguration for public use. Chief Ministerial orders have ensured that these lines are open to the public before their official inauguration.
Navi Mumbai Metro
The construction of the Navi Mumbai Metro, connecting Belapur to Pendhar Road, is completed, allowing its opening for the public. This 11-kilometer metro line had been in the pipeline for twelve years. It has several stations along its path, with this stretch now ready for use, scheduled for formal inauguration by the Prime Minister.
Belapur CBD to Nerul to Uran Railway Line
In March 2017, construction began on a new railway line to connect Belapur and Nerul stations in the Harbour Line to Uran city. The total cost for this new corridor is 1782 crores. The first phase, from Belapur to Nerul to Kharkopar, was opened in November 2018. The railway line to Uran is ready, with security clearances also issued. With some minor finishing touches pending, this line could commence shortly. Consequently, the formal inauguration of this railway line by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected in the coming year.
Digha Station
Construction of the Airoli-Kalwa corridor commenced in 2016. One station within this project, situated between Airoli and Thane stations, named Digha, has been completed. The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has initiated this project, and while station construction is complete, it awaits formal inauguration by the Prime Minister.
Mora Gaon Mahankoli Bridge
Constructed by the MMRDA, this bridge from Dombivali to Mahankoli in Bhiwandi has seen completion of all but 98% of the work. Spanning 1.2 kilometers, the bridge construction began in 2017. Presently, it is ready for use, connecting Dombivali to Thane in just 20 minutes.
As these projects have reached completion, critics have sometimes taken issue with their formal inaugurations, pointing out government delays. Aditya Thackeray has also highlighted these projects, giving the government a reminder through a tweet. Some projects, although ready, have been held back from inauguration. Therefore, citizens are restless, but the information from sources suggests that these projects will indeed be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the early months of the new year.
These infrastructure projects aimed at alleviating transportation issues and other challenges in Mumbai have faced numerous delays. These setbacks were due to factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, land acquisition issues, and economic problems. However, these projects have now reached their final stages, and their inauguration is set to occur in January, February, and March, initiating a lottery of projects for Mumbai’s citizens as the new year begins.
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