The Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor (VAMC) is all set to be one of the most ambitious projects that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has undertaken in its history. This 14-lane mega highway will change the face of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and will soon support the economy and the establishment of a “third Mumbai.” From budget to salient features, here are all the details about this remarkable project.
Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor Phase I Gets Approval
The government of Maharashtra has given its nod to the first phase of this massive infrastructure project. This phase spans 96.41 kilometers and connects Navghar in Vasai to Balavali (Pen) in the south.
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This corridor will pass through 104 villages and will provide direct connectivity to key hubs like Navi Mumbai International Airport, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), and Mumbai Trans-Harbour Link (MTHL/Atal Setu).
This project will also be built on the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) Model. This means that private developers can build and operate the road to recover costs for a set period of time, after which the state will operate it. This reduces financial burden on the state.
More About The 14-Lane Mega Project
The multimodal corridor will incorporate a dedicated metro rail component, a total of eight lanes for high-speed vehicular traffic, service roads, and dedicated lanes for bus rapid transit and utilities like water and gas pipelines.
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As of now, the travel time between Virar and Alibaug is around four to five hours. However, once the project is finished, it will drop to just 90 Minutes. The phase I ends at Pen and will include a length of 128 kilometers extending all the way to Alibaug.
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FAQs
Will There Be A Metro On This Route?
Yes.
Does Connectivity To Navi Mumbai Airport Get Affected?
Yes, for Palghar and Thane residents, the project will be a high-speed link.
When Will Construction Start?
Following the BOT model, construction will begin after 80%-90% land for the project is acquired.
