Archive · 24 May 2025
Gateway Promenade Wall Cracks Raise Concerns Over Marina Project
Imagine they're building a new dock for boats near a famous wall.
People are worried because the wall has started to crack, and they think it's because of the construction.
The builders say the cracks were already there and their machines don't vibrate very much.
However, some residents disagree, saying the construction is making the wall fall apart.
They fear the construction could damage the wall, especially before the rainy season.
The project involves building a fancy dock to hold many passenger boats.
The builders say the vibrations are not strong enough to cause the damage, but some people think it is.
Cracks have appeared in the Gateway promenade wall.
Residents attribute the damage to pile drilling for a new marina project.
The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) is constructing a new marina.
MMB officials dismiss concerns, stating cracks predate construction.
An architect warned about potential for irreversible damage and wall damage before rains.
- Who
- MMB, RKC International and local residents are involved.
- What
- A new marina is being constructed, causing cracks in the Gateway promenade wall.
- When
- The construction is currently underway, and the wall has developed cracks recently.
- Where
- Gateway promenade, Mumbai
- Why
- Residents are concerned about potential damage from construction vibrations.
Residents' Concerns
MMB's Position
Cause of Wall Cracks
Residents' Concerns
Residents and an architect claim construction is causing fresh cracks, with potential for irreversible damage to the wall.
MMB's Position
MMB claims cracks predated the construction and denies the construction as the cause. They state their machinery is not causing excessive vibrations.
- Project Cost
- Rs 190-200 crore
- Project Type
- Marina for passenger boats
- Location
- Gateway promenade, Mumbai
- Entities Involved
- MMB, RKC International
- Wall Damage Allegations
- Cracks and crumbling
- Vibration Levels
- 20 surds (claimed), 50-60 surds (permitted)