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In a decisive push to reduce Mumbai’s alarming rate of road accidents, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a comprehensive project to remodel 48 identified “black spots” accident-prone junctions that have long posed risks to pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists. With an investment of ₹20 crore, the initiative aims to transform these high-risk intersections into safer, well-designed, and pedestrian-friendly zones that align with the city’s vision of sustainable and equitable mobility.
According to senior officials from the BMC’s Roads Department, the proposal has received final approval and tenders will be floated soon. The civic body is working in collaboration with the Mumbai Traffic Police and will also seek technical expertise from global urban mobility organisations to ensure that the redesign meets international safety standards.
The World Resources Institute (WRI) India and the Global Designing Cities Initiative had earlier conducted an assessment of these intersections in 2021–2022, highlighting critical safety concerns and design flaws. Their findings have guided much of the city’s current roadmap for street safety reforms.The remodelled junctions will focus on inclusive mobility balancing the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, two-wheelers, and vehicles. Key measures include widening footpaths, reducing pedestrian crossing distances, creating dedicated cycling lanes, and introducing physical barriers to regulate vehicle speeds. Officials have stated that the designs will prioritise pedestrians and public transport users, aiming to bring down collision rates and create more accessible public spaces.
Among the targeted locations are high-traffic zones such as the Sion-Panvel Highway, Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road, Worli Sea Face, Western Express Highway, and Sion-Bandra Link Road. These areas have consistently recorded the highest number of crashes and fatalities over recent years, underscoring the urgent need for systemic intervention.Experts in urban transport design have lauded the initiative as a step towards creating safer and low-emission streets. They emphasise that effective road geometry, consistent signage, and well-planned pedestrian zones can significantly cut accident rates while promoting eco-friendly travel.
Officials confirmed that this project is part of a larger “Road Safety in Mumbai” mission, which also integrates smart technology for real-time traffic monitoring and enforcement. The focus, they said, is to build roads that not only move vehicles efficiently but also prioritise human life, inclusivity, and sustainability.If executed effectively, this initiative could set a new benchmark for how Indian cities reimagine urban mobility turning chaotic, car-centric intersections into safer, more liveable urban corridors.
