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Mumbai SCLR Extension Nears Launch, Reduces Travel Time By 45 Minutes

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is on the verge of launching the final leg of the Santacruz Chembur Link Road (SCLR) Extension project, a move poised to drastically improve East-West connectivity in India’s financial capital. With final touch-ups underway, the extension is set to reduce travel times, slash emissions, and modernise urban mobility infrastructure.

Once operational, the final northbound arm of the SCLR flyover will connect commuters directly to the Western Express Highway (WEH), eliminating long-standing congestion points at Hans Bhugra Marg and Vakola Junction. This strategic bypass will provide a smoother, uninterrupted route for motorists travelling from the eastern suburbs and Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) towards the city’s western side. According to senior officials, this crucial infrastructure upgrade will reduce travel time between Chembur and BKC by up to 45 minutes, while easing the journey between the Eastern and Western Express Highways by approximately 35 minutes. For a city burdened by chronic traffic delays, the SCLR extension promises a tangible improvement in daily commuting efficiency and quality of life.

At the heart of the final stretch lies a 215-metre-long cable-stayed bridge, an engineering landmark designed with a sharp 100-metre curvature — the first of its kind in Asia. Elevated 25 metres above the WEH and 10.5 metres wide, this bridge embodies Mumbai’s commitment to combining innovative design with sustainable development goals. Officials emphasise that this development aligns with the broader vision of the ‘Mumbai in Minutes’ initiative, which aims to link key residential and business nodes with time-efficient transport corridors. The SCLR extension is a cornerstone of this policy, playing a vital role in reshaping the city’s transit network to meet growing urban demands.

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Moreover, by enabling faster transit and reducing idling time at junctions, the project is expected to cut fuel consumption and vehicular emissions — contributing to Mumbai’s ambition of becoming a zero-carbon, eco-friendly urban space. Experts note that when large-scale mobility is optimised through infrastructure rather than expansion of vehicle fleets, both environmental and economic gains follow. While the immediate benefit is time saved, the long-term implication lies in how such projects enable inclusive and sustainable urban development. Improved accessibility to employment hubs like BKC can ease housing pressure in city centres and promote balanced growth across the metro region.

With no major opposition and strong technical progress, MMRDA is now focused on wrapping up final works before opening the new link to public use. As traffic flows more freely across the east-west corridor, the project could become a model for future urban mobility interventions across Indian cities.

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Mumbai SCLR Extension Nears Launch, Reduces Travel Time By 45 Minutes
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