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Cuffe Parade Marina Project Delayed Again Over Bridge Alignment

By GeoSquare News Desk · Published 2026-10-17

The proposed marina at Cuffe Parade has hit another roadblock. The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) has sought clarification from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) regarding the alignment of the Nariman Point bridge, which may overlap with the marina's planned area.

What is the delay about?

MCZMA has asked MMRDA to confirm whether the bridge alignment would intersect with the marina's proposed boundaries. This is a crucial technical clearance before the project can proceed. The marina, part of the larger coastal road plan, is expected to boost the waterfront appeal of south Mumbai.

Impact on property market

For property buyers and investors, this delay means the promised infrastructure upgrade in the Cuffe Parade-Bandra sea link corridor remains uncertain. While the area already commands premium rates, any prolonged delay could slow price appreciation in nearby micro-markets like Nariman Point and Colaba.

What next?

MMRDA is expected to respond to MCZMA's query, after which the authority will review the project's coastal regulation zone (CRZ) clearance. No revised timeline has been announced. Until then, the marina project remains in limbo, adding to the list of infrastructure projects awaiting clearances in Mumbai.