Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Mumbai's New Aarey Metro Bridge Remains Closed to Public
Imagine a brand-new bridge built to help people cross a busy road near the Aarey metro station.
The bridge was finished a while ago but is still closed.
People have to walk extra distance using an older bridge instead.
The new bridge was built by a company to connect nearby buildings to the metro.
Officials say they are waiting for a safety check, like getting a certificate for a building, before they can let anyone use it.
The company that built the bridge hasn't said why it's closed, and officials haven't said when it will open.
Meanwhile, many people are frustrated because they have to take a longer route even though a new bridge is available.
A new foot overbridge at Aarey metro station is currently closed to the public.
The bridge was built to provide direct access across the Western Express Highway.
Commuters are using an older bridge, adding extra walking distance.
The bridge was built by Oberoi Realty as per MMRDA rules.
The bridge requires a safety clearance before it can open for public use.
- Who
- Commuters using Aarey metro station
- What
- A newly built foot overbridge (FOB) remains locked and unused
- When
- For over two months
- Where
- Aarey metro station in Goregaon East, Mumbai
- Why
- Bridge awaiting safety clearance before public use
- Location
- Aarey metro station, Goregaon East, Mumbai
- Bridge Purpose
- Provide direct access across Western Express Highway
- Bridge Builder
- Oberoi Realty
- Opening Date
- Originally planned for August 15
- Reason for Closure
- Waiting for safety clearance
- Current Access
- Older BMC pedestrian bridge