The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has resumed its large-scale road concretisation initiative following the withdrawal of southwest monsoon showers in October, covering 297.49 kilometres across 645 roads, officials said. The civic body aims to complete nearly 80 per cent of these ongoing projects by January 2026, with the majority concentrated in the city’s western suburbs.
Launched in 2022 with a projected investment of Rs 17,000 crore, the BMC’s ambitious programme seeks to concretise 700 kilometres of city roads. Work had been stalled between June and September due to heavy monsoon rains, leaving 574 roads partially completed and 205 kilometres of roadwork yet to begin. Resumption of activities marks a critical phase to ensure timely project completion and improve urban mobility for commuters. “Work has restarted on over 600 roads, and we are targeting 80 per cent completion of ongoing projects by January,” a senior BMC official said. “Once these roads are completed, new stretches will be progressively initiated.”
Data from the civic body shows that of the 297.49 kilometres of resumed work, 192 kilometres fall in the western suburbs, particularly in densely populated areas such as Malad, Goregaon, Dahisar, and Kandivali within Zone IV. The eastern suburbs account for approximately 63 kilometres of work, including Kurla, Chandivali, Deonar, and Chembur, while the island city has 41 kilometres of roadwork underway. The BMC has emphasised adherence to planned schedules, noting that road concretisation improves durability, reduces maintenance, and provides safer surfaces for vehicles and pedestrians alike. Civil engineers involved in the project are prioritising partially completed roads to streamline overall workflow and optimise resource allocation.
During the monsoon pause, the civic authority had already completed 101.67 kilometres of roads in Phase I and partially completed another 101.68 kilometres. Phase II achieved 36 per cent of its target. Officials have set an ambitious May 2026 deadline for 95 per cent completion of Phase I and 85 per cent for Phase II, reflecting the city’s push towards more resilient and sustainable urban infrastructure. Urban mobility experts noted that such initiatives not only enhance commuter experience but also support economic activities by reducing transit delays and improving connectivity between residential and commercial hubs. The project aligns with broader sustainable city objectives by integrating durable materials, minimizing frequent repairs, and reducing construction-related emissions over time.
By accelerating post-monsoon works, the BMC aims to deliver safer, smoother, and more reliable road networks across Mumbai, demonstrating the administration’s commitment to inclusive and resilient urban infrastructure.
BMC Resumes Concretisation Work On 297 Kilometres Roads Across Mumbai
