The Mumbai Coastal Road (Phase 1), India’s pioneering Sea Front Development, was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on March 11, 2024. L&T completed 7.87 km of the 9.87 km stretch, featuring the country’s first 2.072 km undersea tunnel and innovative monopile marine bridge. With an expansive 8.5 km promenade and efficient interchanges, the project aims to redefine Mumbai commuting, potentially saving up to US $100 million annually in carbon emissions. Upon its completion, the 8-lane road, coupled with a 6-lane tunnel and strategically positioned 18 entries and exits, will substantially reduce commute times for Mumbai residents, envisaging a remarkable 70% decrease in travel duration. The entire corridor of Phase 1 will be operational in the coming months.
The Mumbai Coastal Road Project spans a total length of 29.2 kilometers. It offers a significant stretch of roadway along the city's iconic coastline. This extensive infrastructure initiative aims to enhance connectivity, reduce traffic congestion and travel time from 2 hours to just 40 minutes.
The Key features of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project (MCRP) include dedicated BRTS lanes, significant time and cost savings for commuters, reduced carbon emissions, traffic decongestion, creation of green spaces, dedicated emergency lanes, and coastal erosion protection measures.
The Mumbai Coastal Road Project benefits residents by reducing commute times. Divided into Southern (9.98 km) and Northern (19.22 km) sections, it promises to cut travel time drastically, benefiting 130,000 cars daily. Improving connectivity, ensuring safety with dedicated emergency lanes, and resulting in reduced carbon emission.
The Mumbai Coastal Road Project incorporates several environmentally friendly initiatives, including the creation of green public spaces, a dedicated emergency lane for swift response, and the construction of an 8.5-meter high sea wall to protect against coastal erosion, ensuring sustainability and resilience along Mumbai's coastline.
The anticipated traffic volume for the Mumbai Coastal Road project is expected to be around 1.3 lakh vehicles per day upon completion. This project is expected to reduce travel time between South Mumbai and the Western Suburbs from 2 hours to just 40 minutes.