MahaRail is constructing landmark structure as part of Sewri-Worli Elevated Corridor, revolutionizing urban mobility and preserving heritage
Mumbai: The Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (MahaRail) today announced that the transformative Elphinstone Double-Decker Road Over Bridge (ROB) project is on track for completion by September 2026. This landmark infrastructure, part of the Sewri-Worli Elevated Corridor, is currently in a significant phase as demolition of the existing 112-year-old British-era structure proceeds in full swing.
The project, entrusted to MahaRail by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), involves a complex engineering feat i.e. the dismantling of the old bridge using two 800MT cranes. This delicate operation is being executed over running railway tracks without disrupting the suburban train services of both the Western and Central Railway lines.
Rapid Progress Continues on the Elphinstone Bridge
Key Features of the Project:
• Double-Decker Design: This ROB will simultaneously cross both the Central Railway and Western Railway Lines, a rare and complex engineering feat.
• Total Length (Railway Span): 132 meters, ensuring seamless movement over railway tracks.
• Lane Configuration:
Lower Deck: 2+2 lanes with a footpath, maintaining east-west connectivity for local traffic.
Upper Deck: 2+2 lanes (without footpath) for Sewri–Worli Elevated Corridor, providing a direct link to the Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link) for improved regional connectivity.
• Superstructure Type: Open Web Girder, a robust and durable design suited for Railway bridge construction.
• Estimated Cost: ₹167.35 crore.
With this redevelopment, MahaRail aims to preserve the legacy of the original bridge while addressing current and future transportation challenges, ensuring enhanced connectivity, efficiency, and safety for Mumbai’s residents.
About MahaRail: Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (MRIDC) also known as MahaRail is a Joint Venture of “Government of Maharashtra” and “Ministry of Railways”. The main objective of MahaRail is to provide a boost to the Rail & Road Infrastructure Projects in the State of Maharashtra by providing critical connectivity and capacity enhancement.
MahaRail has undertaken various infrastructure projects, including the construction of new rail lines, Road Over Bridges (ROBs), Road Under Bridges (RUBs) or Limited Height Subways (LHS) and flyovers. MahaRail is on mission to eliminate Level Crossing (LC) across the state, to facilitate safe & hassle-free movement for Road or Rail traffic. MahaRail is dedicated to transform the state’s transportation landscape. Ultimately, contributing to the growth and development of the region.
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