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MMRDA Approves Footbridge Linking Metro Line 4 to Godrej Campus

MMRDA Approves Footbridge Linking Metro Line 4 to Godrej Campus
Mumbai Infra Update: MMRDA Approves Direct Foot Over Bridge Linking Metro Line 4 Station With Godrej Campus In Vikhroli · freepressjournal.in

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has approved a plan to build a footbridge that will directly connect a Metro Line 4 station to the Godrej commercial campus in Vikhroli.

This footbridge will allow people to walk directly from the Metro station to the campus without having to cross a busy road.

The project is expected to make commuting safer and faster.

Godrej & Boyce will pay a fee and cover the cost of building the footbridge.

This is part of a bigger plan to connect Metro stations to major buildings and reduce traffic around these areas.

The MMRDA is also looking at similar projects for other places, like the Bharat Diamond Bourse.

Key facts

Organization
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA)
Project
Foot Overbridge (FOB) connecting Metro Line 4 to Godrej Campus
Location
Vikhroli, Mumbai
Development Fee
₹10 crore (one-time, non-refundable)
Supervision Charges
6% of construction cost
Key Officials
Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee (MMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner), Anup Mathew (Godrej Enterprises)
Similar Project
Oberoi Mall on Metro Line 7
Future Proposals
Bharat Diamond Bourse on Metro Line 2B

Quotes

Deputy Chief Minister and MMRDA Chairman Eknath Shinde

Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Chairman of MMRDA

“The Government has introduced this policy to provide direct Metro access to major commercial and residential developments, thereby strengthening last-mile connectivity. It is a win-win model for both commuters and the Metro system. While direct connectivity encourages more people to use the Metro, resulting in higher fare revenue, the one-time development fee and other Non-Fare Box Revenue generated under this policy further strengthen the financial sustainability of the Metro network. This innovative approach enables us to expand and sustain world-class public transport infrastructure without placing the entire financial burden on commuters.”
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“Last-mile connectivity is one of the most important factors influencing public transport usage. Through this initiative, MMRDA is creating seamless integration between Metro stations and major commercial and residential destinations while ensuring that the cost of such connectivity is borne by the beneficiary institutions. This not only improves commuter experience and promotes higher Metro ridership but also supports the financial sustainability of Maha Mumbai Metro. We welcome more eligible developments to partner with us while maintaining the highest engineering and safety standards.”
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