Fri, 6 Nov, 2026, 10:56 pm
Reported by Free Press Journal
Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out a Rs 57.61-crore repair and strengthening programme for bridges, flyovers, foot overbridges (FOBs) and vehicular underpasses along the Western Express Highway (WEH), citing the need to improve structural safety and extend the life of ageing infrastructure.
Following approval from Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, the BMC’s Bridges Department has initiated the tendering process for the works, which are scheduled to be completed within 18 months.
Structural Repairs And Strengthening Works
The repairs will include replacement of bridge bearings, filling concrete cracks, repairing expansion joints, strengthening girders, dividers and parapet walls, and replacing deteriorated structural components. Minor repairs will also be undertaken wherever necessary," said a senior civic official.
Zone-Wise Allocation Of Repair FundsThe project has been divided into zones, with Rs 25.79 crore earmarked for Zones 3 and 4, covering Bandra, Santacruz, Vile Parle and Malad, while Rs 31.81 crore has been allocated for Zone 7, covering Kandivali, Borivali and Dahisar.
