Infrastructure

Nine significant infrastructure projects have been approved for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), enabling transformational development. The MMRDA is leading efforts worth approximately ₹12,546 crore to improve 56 km of roads, bridges, and pedestrian walkways, promoting regional connectivity.

By 2047, Viksit Bharat aims to raise 1.5 billion Indians' average income to that of affluent countries. Indian urban population is expected to rise from 34% in 2018 to 40% by 2030, while rural population is expected to decline. Promoting urban-rural synergy to support economic development is crucial

An innovative Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train station in Boisar, Palghar district, is planned to improve connectivity and infrastructure. This station is ideally located in the Boisar-Tarapur MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial growth Corporation), a major tourist destination, and much more.

The BMC expects one arm of the Mumbai Coastal Road arch bridge, connecting to the BWSL, to open tentatively on September 15, 2024. Civic sources anticipate the south-bound roadway to handle northbound Marine Drive-Bandra traffic when it opens.

Reports say the Indian Railway Ministry has approved the final placement survey of a 100-kilometer rail line between Nashik and Dahanu. This new route, which will run via Trimbakeshwar and Vangaon, is projected to save travel time between Nashik and Palghar's main sites.

Mumbai's East Coast is becoming a real estate and commercial hub thanks to massive infrastructural investments. East Coast residential and commercial activity is ready to boom as Colaba to Wadala, encompassing Sewri and Byculla, expands.

In April 2022, the Mith Chowky flyover near Malad started construction, causing traffic congestion. Authorities expect to finish the flyover by December after it took more than 18 months to build.

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has authorised 12 new industrial smart cities in 10 states to boost India's industry. This initiative, investing ₹28,602 crore, aims to generate 40 lakh jobs and boost industrial capacities in the nation.

Environmental activists have complained to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Navi Mumbai's Prime Minister's Awas Yojana (PMAY) is encroaching on protected mangrove zones and breaking environmental laws.

A new DCPR 2034 rule by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) targets the expansion and rehabilitation of the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The new Regulation 13(10) applies only to the Mahalaxmi Racecourse, not other BMC clubs, gymkhanas, or designated plots.

The closing of the Sion Road Over Bridge (ROB) has disrupted downtown Mumbai's east-west connection. As traffic congestion increases, emphasis is turning to the monorail, which might fill the ROB's hole. New rake and signalling system bring hope to the monorail.

Thane Ring Metro approval would transform urban transit in Mumbai's most active district. As an essential infrastructure project, it will reduce traffic, increase connectivity, and promote sustainable growth. Ghar presents 5 ways the Thane Ring Metro might change Thane urban mobility by 2029.

Rajasthan would implement extensive land reforms to increase greenfield manufacturing land available. Rajasthan's Principal Secretary (Industries) Ajitabh Sharma reported ₹5.2 lakh crore in investment proposals for renewable energy equipment and petrochemical production.

Mumbai Metro 1, which serves Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar, reached 5 lakh daily ridership. The corridor has never had such a high number on a weekday in its 10 years. Ridership increased due to Metro expansion and good weather.

Maharashtra plans to raise solar energy output from 3,600 MW to 12,800 MW in 14 months. The state required 17 years to complete its solar capacity, prompting this ambitious proposal.