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The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) plans to build an 8.24-km-long elevated corridor from Anand Nagar along the Eastern Express highway to Saket
The EEH sees heavy traffic at multiple junctions in Thane, including Teen Hath Naka, Nitin Junction, Cadbury Junction and Golden Dyes Junction in Majiwada. (PTI File)
In good news for Thane motorists, the Anand Nagar-Saket stretch may soon get traffic respite.
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) plans to build an 8.24-km-long elevated corridor from Anand Nagar along the Eastern Express highway to Saket, the Indian Express reported.
The plan
The corridor will begin in Anand Nagar, starting from the landing of Chheda Nagar to Anand Nagar corridor, and traverse through the congested Thane junctions before landing at Saket in Thane West.
The corridor will comprise six lanes and cater to two-way traffic, with three lanes on each carriageway. The project will cost Rs 1,847.72 crore and is estimated to be completed by 2028, said the IE report.
Why the corridor?
The EEH sees heavy traffic at multiple junctions in Thane, including Teen Hath Naka, Nitin Junction, Cadbury Junction and Golden Dyes Junction in Majiwada.
Although these intersections are equipped with six-lane flyovers, traffic flow continues to remain slow because a network of slip roads and service roads merge directly onto the highway, creating continuous two-way conflict points and longer wait times for commuters.
The proposed elevated corridor will rise above these major intersections, offering motorists a signal-free drive and reducing commute times not only within Thane but also for high-volume through-traffic coming from Mumbai and Nashik toward the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway, said the report.
Other key projects for Thane, Ghodbunder
Thane to Dombivli in 25 minutes: The plan is to build a four-lane railway flyover at the Retibandar Motagaon railway crossing, which will be connected to the Mankoli flyover in Dombivli, according to News18 Lokmat.
Thane-NMIA double-decker corridor: A 26-km corridor has been proposed. It links Patni Chowk in Thane to Vashi and has 9-km connector from Vashi to NMIA. The double-decker design is meant to ease congestion on the Thane-Belapur Road. The DPR is underway, while the construction is yet to begin. It has been approved and will facilitate passengers from the entire metropolitan region. With this elevated corridor, it will take just a few minutes to travel from Mumbai and Thane to Navi Mumbai. This elevated road will be connected to Ulwe Coastal Road. It will be connected to the Navi Mumbai airport terminals by an elevated road.
Mumbai Metro Line 4 (Wadala-Kasarvadavli via Ghodbunder Road): This elevated metro line, a vital east-west transit artery, is nearing completion. The line will reduce commute times by up to 75%.
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Ghodbunder Road widening: To address chronic congestion, the service roads on both sides of Ghodbunder Road are being merged into the main carriageway, effectively expanding it into a six-lane highway. Many, however, have raised safety concerns.
Balkum-Gaimukh Coastal Road: A dedicated 13.44-km coastal arterial road is underway parallel to Ghodbunder Road. This 40-45 m wide corridor, budgeted at Rs 3,364 crore, will feature viaducts and open-cut sections to provide an alternative east-west route, significantly relieving Ghodbunder Road congestion.
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Thane-Borivali Tunnel: Running beneath the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, this ambitious tunnel — stretching nearly 12 km — is under construction. Once completed, travel time between Thane and Borivali will be reduced to just 10-15 minutes.
Tunnel + Elevated Road Connecting Thane-Bhayander: MMRDA has received bids for a dual-connectivity project featuring a 5.5 km tunnel from Gaimukh to Fountain Hotel Junction and a 9.8-km elevated road connecting to Mira-Bhayander.
ALSO READ | Thane To Navi Mumbai Airport: Take These Roads, Trains, Double-Decker Corridor Or Metros
FoBs and passenger bays under Metro 4: Following concerns over safety and accessibility—like staircase exits leading onto busy expanded roadways — the service lanes beneath elevated Metro 4 stations are being converted into passenger bays for buses, autos, and taxis.
Pod taxi project: A futuristic pod taxi system is in the works for Thane to supplement the metro network. Covering roughly 52 km with around 63 stations and affordable fares (Rs 30 per stage), it will run on a PPP model. It is designed to ease local connectivity and be eco-friendly, though some residents question its practicality amid existing infrastructure challenges.
ALSO READ | Thane-Navi Mumbai Airport Elevated Road Travel Will Be Costlier Than Atal Setu: Toll Rates Compared
NaMo Grand Central Park (near Kolshet Road): While not directly on Ghodbunder, the newly opened NaMo Grand Central Park — a 20.5-acre urban green space located on nearby Kolshet Road — offers recreational value to the surrounding area. It features themed gardens, a lake, jogging paths, sports courts, and more.
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