Mumbai's Coastal Road to slash travel time with signal-free route by 2028

The Mumbai Coastal Road project is set to transform travel in the city. It will link Nariman Point to Bhayandar without traffic signals. The initiative also aims to ease congestion on the busy Western Express Highway. The project is divided into two main sections. The southern stretch will connect Nariman Point to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. The northern part will run from Versova to Bhayandar, with completion expected by December 2028.

Work on the Bandra to Versova connector is moving quickly. This segment is scheduled for completion by March 2028. Once finished, the entire route from Nariman Point to Bhayandar will be signal-free.

The Maharashtra government has taken steps to protect local ecosystems. Mangrove plantations and conservation efforts have been prioritised. According to the Forest Survey of India, Mumbai is the only region in the country to see an increase in mangrove cover. The Coastal Road will reduce the burden on the Western Express Highway, which currently handles 60% of Mumbai’s traffic. It will also improve connectivity across the city. The project combines infrastructure development with environmental protection.