3 min readMumbaiMar 25, 2025 10:43 PM IST
First published on: Mar 25, 2025 at 10:43 PM IST
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is gearing up to begin the critical demolition and reconstruction of the existing Elphinstone bridge under the Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector project. With all technical and safety protocols in place, MMRDA is in the final stages of securing clearance from the Mumbai Traffic Police, which is expected before April 10.
“The dismantling of over 100-year-old Road Over Bridge (ROB) at Prabhadevi (Elphinstone) is a time-sensitive task that must be completed ahead of the monsoon. The work is likely to begin on April 10, marking a major milestone in the project and paving the way for a modern double-decker structure that will significantly improve East-West connectivity in Mumbai,” sources said.
The Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector is a vital 4.5 km long, 4-lane (2+2) divided elevated corridor designed to serve as a traffic dispersal route for the Atal Setu. The corridor connects Atal Setu seamlessly with the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, significantly reducing travel time and providing signal-free access to central and south Mumbai for commuters from Navi Mumbai.
The project includes the construction of ROBs at 2 locations—one across the Harbour Line at Sewri and another across the Central and Western lines at Prabhadevi (Elphinstone Road). The Prabhadevi ROB, which is set to be dismantled, is 13 metres wide and carries only 1.5 lanes in each direction. This century-old structure will be replaced with a state-of-the-art double-decker bridge, designed to handle modern-day traffic volume.
Upon receiving permission from the traffic police, the stretch between Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Road and Senapati Bapat Marg will be closed to vehicular traffic for a year. During this period: Curry Road Bridge (south) and Tilak Bridge (north) will serve as alternative routes for vehicles. Whereas for the pedestrian movement: The existing FOB near Parel Station (north side) will be designated a non-ticketed zone for public use and a new FOB is under construction on the south side near Prabhadevi Station. While the Western Railway section is completed, work on the Central Railway section is ongoing and will be expedited.
Once completed, both FOBs will offer seamless east-west pedestrian connectivity.
Till date, approximately 60% of the Sewri-Worli connector project work has been completed.
The new ROB will be constructed using advanced techniques including the Push-Pull method for erecting the steel superstructure over active railway lines, ensuring the safety of train commuters during operations.
The Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector is a vital 4.5 km long, 4-lane (2+2) divided elevated corridor designed to serve as a traffic dispersal route for the Atal Setu. (File Photo) 
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