Residents of Thane, if you’ve ever found it challenging to commute to South Bombay by road, we have some exciting news for you! The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has begun construction on the Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension. This infrastructure project aims to improve travel from Thane to South Mumbai. That’s right! With this new expressway, you’ll be able to make the journey from Thane to South Bombay in just 30 minutes! This update was shared by MMRDA on X. Read on for more details!
MMRDA has begun the construction of the Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension, a significant project spanning 13.9 kilometers. This fully elevated, six-lane high-speed corridor aims to cut down travel times between South Mumbai and Thane to just 25 to 30 minutes. It is designed to alleviate the heavy daily traffic on the Eastern Express Highway, which serves countless commuters in the area.
Soon: South Mumbai–Thane in just 25 minutes
MMRDA has commenced construction of the Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension, a 13.9 km, fully elevated 6-lane high-speed corridor that will dramatically reduce travel time between South Mumbai and Thane to 25–30 minutes, while easing… pic.twitter.com/9vL689iC7U
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South Mumbai From Thane In 30 Minutes – This Project Aims To Enhance Traffic Movement
The corridor will connect Anand Nagar in Thane to Chheda Nagar in Ghatkopar. It will also include significant links through Mulund, Airoli, JVLR, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg, Mankhurd, and Ghatkopar. Additionally, this route will integrate smoothly with the Anand Nagar–Saket Elevated Road, making for a continuous high-speed pathway. It will also have connections to the Samruddhi Expressway.
Upon completion, the freeway is expected to enhance traffic movement. Once operational, this highway will also reduce emissions. Furthermore, it will provide a quicker, more reliable transportation option for residents, promoting economic growth throughout the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. MMRDA is dedicated to sustainable development and, after consulting with environmental experts and activists, has modified the Vikhroli–Ghatkopar stretch to protect 127 Pink Trumpet trees. In compensation, 4,175 new trees will be planted.
As of now, various construction phases, such as surveys and pile tests, are well underway, paving the way for a greener, more connected Mumbai. Stay tuned for more updates!
