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Mumbai News: In a major infrastructure boost for Mumbai, the state government has proposed a new six-lane elevated corridor connecting Senapati Bapat Marg, near Phoenix Mills, to Lala Lajpatrai Road at Haji Ali. The upcoming link is expected to drastically reduce travel time for commuters from Parel, Dadar, Matunga and Mahim heading towards the coastal road.

The 1.5-km stretch will run along the edge of Mahalaxmi Racecourse and pass near NSCI Dome. The Times Of India report cited Officials as stating that, the project, which is still in the planning stage, will not require land acquisition or disrupt existing traffic during construction. Estimated to cost between Rs 250 and Rs 300 crore, the road is designed to improve east-west connectivity and serve as a direct access point to the coastal road.

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The elevated viaduct will begin at the entry/exit of the coastal road on Lala Lajpatrai Road and end near the E Moses Road junction at Senapati Bapat Marg. From there, motorists can access several major routes including Gokhale Road, NM Joshi Marg, Bhavani Shankar Road and Lady Jamshed Road. This will ease access to key locations like Siddhivinayak Temple, Shivaji Park and Lower Parel.

At present, travellers from Haji Ali must take longer detours through Worli Naka, Annie Besant Road, or the Nehru Science Centre stretch to reach Dadar and Parel. The new link could save commuters up to 30 minutes during peak hours and reduce pressure on existing roads.

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Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, whose office presented the proposal in collaboration with the public works department, called the project “a visionary step toward a better Mumbai.” He added, “This isn’t just about roads—it’s about reshaping how Mumbaikars experience their daily travel. The corridor will ensure smooth, signal-free commutes without displacing anyone.”

The proposal is currently awaiting final approvals, with implementation agencies yet to be announced.