Mumbai Coastal Road Project Makes Major Progress with Final Girder Launch
The Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP) reaches 94% completion with the final girder for the Bandra Worli Sea Link bow-string bridge successfully launched.
Mumbai Coastal Road ProjectBandra Worli Sea LinkBmcTraffic ManagementUrban InfrastructureReal Estate MumbaiDec 04, 2024
The first girder for this bridge was launched in September this year and is currently handling all south-bound vehicles entering the coastal road from the Sea Link. With the final girder now in place, the MCRP has reached 94% completion, as confirmed by civic officials.
A senior official overseeing the project stated that following the girder launch, ancillary works such as the installation of traffic signage, signal lights, and painting of the structure would begin. The carriageway will be constructed using asphalt and mastic to ensure smooth vehicle movement. These tasks are expected to take about a month, with plans to open the girder for vehicular traffic in the second week of January.
The girder launch process began earlier this week in the morning and was completed within two hours. The massive girder, weighing 560 metric tonnes, arrived in Mumbai the previous evening. Due to limited land availability for erecting cranes, the operation was conducted from the Arabian Sea. One of the main challenges was the shallow water and dense bedrock near Worli, which becomes exposed during low tide. As a result, the launch had to be scheduled during high tide. Before initiating the operation, tidal variation patterns were thoroughly analyzed to ensure a smooth process.
The coastal road includes three vehicular interchanges at Amarsons (Breach Candy), Haji Ali, and Worli. While the Worli interchange is not yet operational, it is expected to open in the first week of January, followed by the opening of the new girder for traffic in the second week of January. A week later, the Vehicular Underpass (VUP), designed for vehicles heading towards the coastal road via Worli, is also planned to open.
In conclusion, the Mumbai Coastal Road Project is nearing completion, with crucial infrastructure now in place. By the end of January, all key components, including the bow-string bridge, Worli interchange, and Vehicular Underpass, will be operational. These developments mark a transformative step towards improved connectivity and traffic management, reinforcing Mumbai's commitment to modern, sustainable urban infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP)?
The MCRP has reached 94% completion with the successful launch of the final girder for the bow-string bridge. The project is expected to be fully operational by the end of January 2024.
When was the first girder for the bow-string bridge launched?
The first girder for the bow-string bridge was launched in September this year. It is currently handling all south-bound vehicles entering the coastal road from the Bandra Worli Sea Link.
What is the weight of the final girder launched?
The final girder launched weighs 560 metric tonnes and arrived in Mumbai the previous evening before the launch.
What are the main challenges faced during the girder launch process?
The main challenges faced during the girder launch process included limited land availability for erecting cranes and the shallow water and dense bedrock near Worli, which becomes exposed during low tide. The launch was scheduled during high tide to overcome these challenges.
When are the key components of the MCRP expected to be operational?
The Worli interchange is expected to open in the first week of January, the new girder for traffic in the second week of January, and the Vehicular Underpass (VUP) a week later. By the end of January, all key components will be operational.
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