After 58-year delay, construction of Mumbai’s Madh–Versova Bridge may begin in October

Mumbai’s long-delayed Madh-Versova Bridge, stalled for 58 years, is finally nearing reality, with BMC preparing to seek final approvals from the Bombay High Court after securing Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance. First proposed in 1967, the 2.06-km cable-stayed bridge will slash the 90-minute detour via Malad to just five minutes, enhancing connectivity for Madh, Aksa, and Erangal residents.

Designed with a 100m stainless steel pylon to resist sea corrosion, the bridge minimises mangrove disruption. Fishermen, who currently endure two-hour trips for essentials, will benefit from faster access to Versova’s hospitals and markets.

With ₹3,984 crore allocated (including land costs), construction could start by October, pending forest clearance. Once operational, the bridge will also link to the Versova-Bhayandar Coastal Road, easing travel for western suburbs. After six decades, Mumbai’s most-awaited infra project may finally leave the drawing board.