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MMRDA Unveils Ambitious Elevated Road Project Connecting Mumbai and Thane to Padgha

In a strategic move to address the escalating vehicular congestion on the Mumbai-Nashik Expressway, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has officially initiated a comprehensive study for the development of an elevated road spanning from Thane to Padgha. This ambitious project aims to enhance connectivity between Mumbai and Thane with Nashik and other key northern destinations, fostering economic growth and easing transportation bottlenecks.

Tasked with the responsibility of infrastructural development on this vital corridor is the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The Mumbai-Nashik Expressway, a lifeline for commuters and businesses alike, has witnessed a surge in traffic volume, necessitating a forward-looking solution to streamline the flow and bolster regional connectivity. Recognizing the challenges posed by the current Bhiwandi bypass, originally conceptualized during the Shiv Sena-BJP regime in 1995, the MMRDA has taken the reins to alleviate the situation. Notably, the bypass, plagued by seasonal deterioration and the emergence of illegal godowns, has prompted the MMRDA to explore an elevated road option. Despite past attempts, the Bhiwandi bypass remains plagued by issues, including a proliferation of illegal smaller roads puncturing its integrity.

(NHAI)

This, coupled with the congestion caused by traffic accessing unauthorized godowns, underscores the urgency for a transformative solution. The MMRDA’s proposed elevated road, if executed efficiently, has the potential to mitigate these challenges and optimize traffic flow. Addressing the delays in the widening of the road from Padgha to Thane, the NHAI has recently entrusted the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) with the task. However, the sluggish progress on this front has raised concerns, particularly in anticipation of increased traffic with the impending completion of the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Expressway. As the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Expressway edges closer to its full opening by June this year, the proposed elevated road project from Thane to Padgha assumes heightened significance in the regional transportation landscape. Stakeholders eagerly await the fruition of this infrastructural endeavor, which holds the promise of a seamless and efficient passage for both commuters and businesses.

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