Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Mumbai: Madh-Versova Bridge Awaits Final Environmental Clearance
Mumbai is planning to build a new bridge called the Madh-Versova bridge to make it easier to get around.
Right now, it takes a long time to travel between these two places, but the bridge will make the trip much faster, reducing travel time from 90 minutes to just 5 minutes!
The project will cost about ₹3,990 crore, which includes building and maintaining the bridge.
The bridge will be long and wide with four lanes for cars.
The government is working to get the final approvals so they can start building and make the journey easier for everyone.
Also, for every tree that is cut, three new trees will be planted.
Mumbai's Madh-Versova bridge project is awaiting final environmental clearance.
The bridge will reduce travel time from 90 minutes to 5 minutes.
The project is estimated to cost ₹3,990 crore, including maintenance and labor costs.
The bridge will be 2.06 km long with four lanes.
The project aims to connect Amaranth Road to Madh Jetty.
- Who
- The state government is seeking clearance.
- What
- The Madh-Versova bridge project is seeking final environmental clearance.
- When
- The contract was awarded on August 29, 2024.
- Where
- The bridge will connect Madh and Versova in Mumbai.
- Why
- To reduce travel time and connect Amaranth Road to Madh Jetty.
Environmental Concerns
Project Advancement
Environmental Impact
Environmental Concerns
The project's initial alignment passed through mangrove areas and CRZ, raising environmental concerns.
Project Advancement
The BMC secured MCZMA approval after addressing concerns through a revised design.
- Project Cost
- ₹3,990 crore
- Travel Time Reduction
- 90 minutes to 5 minutes
- Bridge Length
- 2.06 km
- Lanes
- Four
- Contract Award Date
- August 29, 2024
- Expected Completion
- 42 months