Sewri-Worli Connector Re-aligned to Minimize Impact on Structures

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has revised the alignment of the Sewri-Worli connector to reduce its impact on existing structures. This decision was made during an authority meeting chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Key Highlights

• Project Realignment: MMRDA revises Sewri-Worli connector alignment to minimize impact on existing structures.
• Authority Approval: Changes approved in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
• Construction Details: ROB to be built at the first level within the railway boundary, adhering to municipal regulations.
• Maintaining Approaches: ROB approaches to remain at current locations.
• Elevated Road Work: Second-level elevated road work to follow.
• Drawing Approval: General arrangement drawing for the revised alignment approved.

Approved Alignment Changes

 The revised alignment involves constructing the Rail Over Bridge (ROB) at the first level within the railway boundary, following the standard municipal corporation guidelines. Approaches to the ROB will be built at their current locations. Subsequently, the elevated road work at the second level will commence. Approval for the general arrangement drawing related to these changes has been granted.

Implementation Details

 A source disclosed that the construction within the railway boundary will adhere to municipal corporation regulations, ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding structures. The plan includes maintaining the current locations for ROB approaches, streamlining the construction process and minimizing the project's overall impact on the existing infrastructure.