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Elphinstone Bridge Demolition Halted After Protests Over Displacement and Planning Concerns

The Mumbai government suspended demolition work until a Monday meeting as residents demand clarity on relocation, compensation, and alternative routes.

Residents of 19 buildings flanking the flyover turned up in full force protesting its closure. (Raju Shinde/ Hindustan Times)
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Overview

  • Demolition of the 125-year-old Elphinstone Bridge was paused after residents of 19 nearby buildings protested late Friday night.
  • Protestors cited fears of displacement, inadequate compensation, and lack of relocation plans, with some rejecting distant or unsafe housing options offered by authorities.
  • Parents and commuters raised concerns about increased travel times to schools, hospitals, and workplaces due to the bridge closure and unsuitable alternative routes.
  • Civic activist Kamlakar Shenoy demanded a formal readiness report and guarantees for timely reconstruction, citing delays in past bridge projects like Hancock and Carnac.
  • A meeting led by the Chief Minister’s office on Monday will address residents' demands, including cluster development to maintain neighborhood continuity.