BMC Proposes New Deadline for Mumbai's Mrinaltai Gore Flyover Extension
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has put forward a proposal to extend the timeline for the ongoing extension work on the Mrinaltai Gore Flyover stretch, which connects Ram Mandir Road and Relief Road near S V Road in Mumbai. According to the latest civic administration update, the project is now expected to continue until April 30, 2026, marking a significant delay from previous deadlines.
Project Background and Initial Timeline
Originally approved in October 2018, the flyover extension project was awarded to the contractor M/s MEPL-Gyan (JV) with an initial contract value of Rs 170.8 crore. The work order was issued in November 2018, with a scheduled completion period of 24 months, excluding the monsoon season. However, the actual commencement of construction was delayed, starting only on March 22, 2019, after obtaining the necessary no-objection certificate from the traffic department, as confirmed by civic officials.
Revisions and Cost Increases
Due to various site difficulties and the need to expedite construction, the proposal underwent modifications through an administrative resolution in March 2023. Following this revision, the project cost escalated to Rs 194.3 crore, and the deadline was initially extended to April 24, 2024. The BMC administration has reported that the flyover extension work is currently approximately 80% complete, based on recent assessments.
Reasons for the Latest Extension
The civic body now proposes extending the revised completion timeline to April 30, 2026, to facilitate the completion of the remaining work. This decision is based on calculations of working and non-working days, as well as ongoing challenges at the construction site. The extension aims to ensure that all necessary tasks are finished without compromising quality or safety standards.
Traffic Relief Objectives
The primary goal of this infrastructure project is to alleviate traffic congestion along the busy Goregaon corridor. Specifically, it targets the stretch connecting Ram Mandir Road, Relief Road, and S V Road, which experiences heavy vehicular movement on a daily basis. Once completed, the extended flyover is expected to improve traffic flow and reduce commute times for residents and commuters in the area.
This development underscores the complexities involved in urban infrastructure projects in Mumbai, highlighting the need for adaptive planning and timely adjustments to meet public needs effectively.
