Mumbai's Upcoming Infrastructure Projects Set for Transformation

23 Sep 2024 CW Team

Mumbai is on the brink of a significant transformation over the next nine months, spearheaded by the opening of the Metro 3 underground line. This project aims to alleviate the city’s chronic traffic congestion and relieve pressure on the already burdened suburban railway system. In addition, the Navi Mumbai airport's first terminal is poised to address airport capacity issues, while the completion of the missing link on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway will drastically reduce travel time between the two cities.

Key Projects Scheduled for Completion New Vashi Creek Bridge - September

A six-lane bridge expanding capacity to 12 lanes. Benefit: Eliminates traffic bottlenecks, enhancing flow between Vashi and surrounding areas. Metro 3, Phase I - October

Connecting Aarey to BKC with 10 stations, including links to major airports. Stations: Aarey Colony, Seepz, MIDC, Marol Naka, T2, Sahar Road, T1, Santacruz, Vidyanagar, BKC. Full Coastal Road - December

Completing the northward arm will facilitate signal-free traffic from Marine Drive to T2 via Bandra. Future Openings New Vashi Creek Bridge, Full Opening - February 2025

The south-bound bridge and new toll booth will enhance connectivity. Navi Mumbai International Airport - March 2025

Phase 1 features a single runway and a terminal with a capacity of 20 million passengers annually. Metro 3, Phase II - May 2025

Completing the Dharavi-Cuffe Parade section will enable full corridor operations with numerous key stations. Eway Missing Link - June 2025

Expected to save motorists 30 minutes on trips between Mumbai and Pune, featuring the world’s widest twin tunnels at 47 meters. These developments are set to significantly improve transportation efficiency and connectivity in Mumbai, paving the way for a more streamlined urban environment.

Infrastructure Energy

17 Dec 2025

Vedanta Aluminium Uses 1.57 bn Units of Green Energy in FY25

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, recently reported consumption of 1.57 billion units of renewable energy in FY25, marking a significant milestone in its 2030 decarbonisation roadmap. The company also achieved an 8.96 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity compared to FY21, reinforcing its leadership in India’s low-carbon manufacturing transition. During FY25, Vedanta Aluminium expanded its renewable energy portfolio through long-term power purchase agreements, strengthening its strategy to source nearly 1,500 MW of renewable power over the lon..

Oberoi Group to Develop Luxury Resort at Makaibari Tea Estate

EIH Limited, the flagship company of The Oberoi Group, has announced the signing of a management agreement to develop an Oberoi luxury resort at the iconic Makaibari Tea Estate in Darjeeling. The project marks a key milestone in the Group’s long-term strategy of creating distinctive hospitality experiences in rare and environmentally significant locations. Established in 1859, Makaibari is one of the world’s oldest tea estates and is globally recognised for its Himalayan landscape, primary forests and exceptional biodiversity. Spread across 1,236 acres, the estate houses one of the world�..

GHV Infra Secures Rs 1.09 Bn EPC Order in Jamshedpur

GHV Infra Projects Ltd, a fast-growing EPC company in India’s infrastructure and construction sector, has recently secured a Rs 1.09 billion work order in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Awarded by a reputed group entity, the contract covers end-to-end civil construction, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems, along with high-quality finishing works for a large building development. The project will be executed over a 30-month period, with defined benchmarks for quality, safety and timely delivery. The order strengthens GHV Infra’s footprint in Jamshedpur, a key industrial hub known fo..