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BMC Gives In-Principle Nod to Demolish Goregaon’s Savarkar Flyover for Double-Decker Coastal Road Link

Final sanction rests with Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, leaving the demolition schedule open.

Overview

  • The plan is tied to the Versova–Dahisar Link Road and Coastal Road Phase II, creating a single‑pier, two‑level bridge linking the Malad–Mindspace stretch to Dindoshi.
  • Civic officials say modifying the seven‑year‑old span would cost nearly as much as rebuilding, which drove the decision to construct a new structure.
  • Residents and local leaders continue to resist the move, with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena warning of agitation over expected traffic disruption.
  • Early connector activity was seen at Dindoshi in August, yet officials indicate the flyover need not be removed during the post‑monsoon fair season.
  • Built in 2018 for about Rs 27 crore, the flyover sharply cut GoregaonMalad travel times, intensifying concerns about congestion during any closure.