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The Madh-Versova bridge project in Mumbai has secured environmental clearance from the Union Environment Ministry, marking a key milestone for the INR 2,395 crore initiative. However, the project still requires Bombay High Court approval, as it will impact 2.3 hectares of protected mangroves. The 2.06-km cable-stayed bridge aims to connect Madh Island to Versova, easing travel by bypassing long detours. Environmental groups have raised concerns over the loss of stormwater buffers and the project's location in a former no-development zone. The BMC's Bridges Department is overseeing implementation, as the city continues to weigh infrastructure needs against ecological preservation in sensitive coastal areas.
The Madh-Versova bridge project in Mumbai has recently received an environmental clearance, also known as a green clearance, from the Union Environment Ministry. This approval comes a year after the contractor for the project was selected. Advertisement
Despite this important clearance, the project still needs approval from the Bombay High Court. This is because the bridge construction will affect 2.3 hectares of protected mangroves, a sensitive ecological area. The bridge is a 2.06-kilometer long cable-stayed flyover, with a total contract cost of INR 2,395 crore. It aims to connect Madh island to Versova, significantly cutting down current travel times that involve long detours.
Environmental groups have expressed strong concerns about the project. They point to the destruction of natural stormwater buffers, which help protect the area from flooding. They also highlight that the project is located in what was previously a no-development zone, raising questions about its environmental impact.
The project has been a subject of debate for several years, balancing the need for infrastructure development with environmental protection in Mumbai's densely populated coastal areas. The BMC's Bridges Department is responsible for the project's implementation.
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