Archive · 21 Nov 2025
BMC Initiates Major Resurfacing of MSRDC Bridges on EEH & WEH
After facing public anger over potholes on MSRDC bridges during monsoon, BMC is now resurfacing them to prevent future issues.
They've allocated ₹136 crore for this work on Eastern and Western Express Highways.
The project includes resurfacing, repairs, and improvements to make the bridges last longer.
BMC begins resurfacing of MSRDC bridges on EEH and WEH after DY CM Shinde’s directive
₹136 crore allocated for repairs, ₹62.50 crore for EEH and ₹73.80 crore for WEH
BMC invited tenders for resurfacing and repair work on Thursday
Work includes resurfacing, crack sealing, new lane markings, and pedestrian pathway repairs
Extensive work planned on Ghatkopar, Mankhurd, Vikhroli, and Thane-bound bridges on EEH
- Who
- BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation)
- What
- Initiated major resurfacing of MSRDC bridges on EEH and WEH
- When
- Following directives of DY CM Eknath Shinde, tenders invited on Thursday
- Where
- Eastern Express Highway (EEH) and Western Express Highway (WEH)
- Why
- To prevent monsoon pothole crisis and ensure long-term durability
- Total Budget
- ₹136 crore
- EEH Budget
- ₹62.50 crore
- WEH Budget
- ₹73.80 crore
- Work Includes
- Resurfacing, crack sealing, new lane markings, pedestrian pathway repairs
- Affected Bridges
- Ghatkopar, Mankhurd, Vikhroli, and Thane-bound bridges on EEH