Overview

• Mumbai Traffic Police have confirmed the bridge will close to vehicles on September 10, with timing set three days after Anant Chaturdashi to limit festival disruption.
• Demolition will clear the way for a modern double-decker structure within the Sewri–Worli Elevated Connector, planned to link the Atal Setu and improve signal‑free access to central and south Mumbai.
• MMRDA revised the plan after pushback, cutting the number of nearby buildings slated for demolition from 19 to two, yet occupants continue to demand on-site, collective redevelopment.
• The state government in April pledged in‑situ redevelopment for residents of all 19 affected buildings and assigned the task to MMRDA, but locals say no satisfactory nearby rehousing plan has been presented.
• Previous protests and a court‑mandated review stalled earlier closure attempts, political groups have offered support to new demonstrations, and delays have added costs for MMRDA.