Mumbai Traffic Advisory: Diversions In Worli Till Nov 15 Amid Elphinstone Bridge Closure; Check Alternative Routes, Timings

Mumbai Traffic Alert: The closure of Elphinstone Bridge has triggered severe traffic congestion in the surrounding areas, prompting vehicles to crawl near Shriram Mill Naka in Worli. To manage the congestion, authorities have introduced a new rule.

Under this rule, vehicles coming from any direction will be prohibited from making right turns at the junction between 7 AM and 11 PM from November 1 to 15, Times of India reported. Authorities have advised commuters to follow the designated traffic plan and alternate routes to ensure smoother movement.

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Mumbai Traffic Advisory: Dos And Don’ts For Commuters

From SS Amrutrao Marg to Ganpatrao Kadam Marg:

- Dos: Turn left towards Yadav Chowk

- Don’ts: Turn right towards Worli Naka or go straight to Dainik Shivner Marg

From Dainik Shivner Marg to Ganpatrao Kadam Marg:

- Dos: Turn left towards Worli Naka

- Don’ts: Turn right towards Yadav Chowk or go straight to SS Amrutrao Marg

From Worli Naka (Northbound):

- Dos: Turn left towards SS Amrutrao Marg or go straight to Yadav Chowk

- Don’ts: Turn right towards Dainik Shivner Marg

From Yadav Chowk (Southbound):

- Dos: Turn left towards Dainik Shivner Marg or go straight to Worli Naka

- Don’ts: Turn right towards SS Amrutrao Marg

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Elphinstone Bridge To Be Rebuilt As Double-Deck Bridge

The Elphinstone Bridge’s deteriorating conditions raised significant safety concerns for commuters, prompting its closure. Authorities have decided to demolish the old structure and rebuild it as a double-deck bridge, designed to handle traffic more efficiently.

The closure is currently affecting vehicular traffic in Mumbai, prompting authorities to issue alternative routes. The reconstruction of the bridge, which started in 2025, is likely to be completed by January 2027.