Mumbai’s civic administration has announced that structural strengthening of the Parel TT flyover on Dr Ambedkar Road will commence in October. To minimise congestion, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will execute repairs in phases, closing one lane at a time—reflecting a balanced approach to urban infrastructure maintenance. Constructed in 1980, this 365‑metre, two‑lane flyover has served as a crucial artery for commuters, yet inspection revealed deteriorating expansion joints and uneven riding surfaces, worsened by monsoon exposure.
During peak times, even a 100‑metre journey often took over 10 minutes—a clear symptom of infrastructural underperformance. Scheduled repairs were postponed two years ago due to concurrent works on the Delisle Road bridge. Now that the bridge has reopened, the BMC has tendered the ₹17 crore project for phased rehabilitation. The work will replace asphalt with durable concrete, reduce expansion joints from 22 to 10, and install new bearings—enhancements predicted to significantly improve ride quality and long‑term durability. A senior BMC bridge department official explained that full closure was infeasible: “Supporting traffic flow is vital while Sion RoB remains shut and Tilak Bridge is congested. We’ll close one lane at a time, seek traffic police permissions, and reopen lanes post‑repair and curing.” Each lane’s concreting is expected to wrap up in three months, with an additional 14‑day curing period.
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For commuters like Om Sawant, who endure the daily bumps and potholes during monsoons, this development offers relief: “Monsoon damage makes it hard to commute. The flyover takes a toll on our health.” Concrete restructuring will not only smooth travel but also reduce accidents caused by potholes and uneven surfaces. Urban transport analysts note that these repairs align with Mumbai’s broader sustainable mobility goals. Improved road conditions decrease vehicle emissions due to reduced idling and smoother traffic flow—a small but meaningful contribution to the city’s low‑carbon strategy. Looking ahead, experts stress that periodic maintenance, proactive inspections, and monsoon‑resistant design must be integral to Mumbai’s high‑density transport corridors. The Parel TT flyover work may set a benchmark for climate‑adaptive infrastructure across the city, upholding safety, resilience, and commuter convenience.
With repair work poised to begin in October, motorists and businesses can anticipate enhanced connectivity and smoother travel along this vital corridor—underscoring the importance of strategic, environmentally informed upkeep in Mumbai’s urban planning.
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