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The Maharashtra Cabinet Infrastructure Committee approved two major projects to improve connectivity in Mumbai and Nagpur. A ₹1,722.40-crore, 3.55-km connector linking the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Sea Bridge to Bandra Fort will cut travel time, while a ₹310.35-crore extension of Nagpur Metro Phase-II to Kanhan received approval, subject to Centre's clearance.

Mumbai:  The Maharashtra Cabinet Infrastructure Committee on Thursday approved two major infrastructure projects in Mumbai and Nagpur aimed at improving urban connectivity and public transportation. The decisions were taken at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Vidhan Bhavan.

Among the key decisions, the committee approved the construction of a connector linking the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Sea Bridge (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Coastal Connector) to the historic Bandra Fort area. The project, estimated to cost Rs 1,722.40 crore, is expected to significantly reduce travel time and improve connectivity in Mumbai's western suburbs.

According to officials, the proposed connector will be 3.55 kilometres long and will extend from the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Sea Bridge to the vicinity of Bandra Fort. Once completed, the new route is expected to cut travel time from the current 20-45 minutes to around 10 minutes, providing substantial relief to commuters.

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has been entrusted with the execution of the project. The government believes the connector will strengthen Mumbai's road network and improve access to key areas in the city.