Thane-Borivali tunnel works to begin from March 2022

The construction work of the 11.80-km Thane-Borivali linking road twin-tunnel, passing underneath the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), will begin from March 2022.The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has acquired the project from the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). It will begin the digging for the 10.25-km double-tunnel and 1.55-km junction; and will cost approximately Rs.112.35 bn. The project will have cross-tunnels every 300 m, smoke detector, drainage systems, and jet fans to keep the air fresh and clean, which will lead to fuel savings. 

Contact: Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority.

Website: www.mmrda.maharashtra.gov.in