GMLR to Transform Mumbai's Real Estate Landscape

27 Feb 2025 CW Team

The GMLR is expected to spur real estate activity in Mulund, Malad, Borivali, and Goregaon. Nishant Deshmukh, Founder and Managing Partner of Sugee Group, stated, “With improved east-west connectivity, Mulund will attract homebuyers looking for better commute options to the western suburbs. The reduction in travel time will enhance its appeal for professionals working in Goregaon, Malad, and Andheri. Additionally, we anticipate heightened demand for premium residential projects as Mulund evolves into a well-connected urban centre.”

Navin Makhija, Managing Director of The Wadhwa Group, noted, “The Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) is a strategic infrastructure initiative that underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing Mumbai’s connectivity and addressing congestion on the western corridor. By seamlessly linking the eastern and western suburbs, this project will not only alleviate traffic pressure on the Western Express Highway but also catalyse real estate growth in the eastern suburbs. The improved infrastructure and accessibility will make locations like Mulund and its surrounding areas even more attractive for homebuyers and investors. As demand surges, we foresee a firming up of property prices in the East, which are currently around 60-65 per cent of the West, eventually bridging the gap and unlocking immense value for both residents and developers. The GMLR will play a pivotal role in reshaping Mumbai’s real estate landscape, making the city more integrated and well-connected.”

On the western front, the Malad to Borivali corridor is also set to benefit from the GMLR, improving east-west mobility and reducing travel time. Rohan Khatau, Director, CCI Projects, said, “The GMLR will alleviate congestion on existing routes and provide a seamless travel experience for residents commuting to the eastern suburbs. With improved access to business districts and employment hubs, the real estate market in these areas will witness heightened demand, particularly benefiting mid-segment and premium residential developments.”

Umesh Jandial, Chief Business Officer at Omkar Realtors & Developers, added, “Goregaon and Malad have evolved into thriving residential and commercial zones, and the GMLR will further solidify their position in Mumbai’s real estate landscape. Improved connectivity will make these locations more attractive for homebuyers, resulting in higher property appreciation and increased interest from developers looking to launch new projects.”

Shraddha Kedia-Agarwal, Director of Transcon Developers, commented, “The GMLR will be a game-changer for Malad and Goregaon, enhancing accessibility for professionals working in the eastern suburbs. This ease of commute will drive demand for premium residential spaces, mixed-use developments, and commercial hubs. We foresee a major boost in real estate transactions as these micro-markets become well-connected urban centres.”

According to Knight Frank India (January 2025), the Western and Central suburbs accounted for 86 per cent of Mumbai’s property registrations, reflecting strong demand. The GMLR’s integration with major highways and the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport is expected to attract commercial and retail investments, further strengthening Mumbai’s real estate sector.

Image Source:: Twin Tunnel Graphic Representation

The Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) is set to reshape Mumbai’s real estate market by significantly improving east-west connectivity. The 12.30 km project, featuring 6.65 km twin tunnels under Sanjay Gandhi National Park, will cut travel time between Goregaon and Mulund from over an hour to just 25 minutes. With Rs 19.58 billion allocated in BMC’s 2025-26 budget and completion expected by 2028, the GMLR is a key urban development milestone.The GMLR is expected to spur real estate activity in Mulund, Malad, Borivali, and Goregaon. Nishant Deshmukh, Founder and Managing Partner of Sugee Group, stated, “With improved east-west connectivity, Mulund will attract homebuyers looking for better commute options to the western suburbs. The reduction in travel time will enhance its appeal for professionals working in Goregaon, Malad, and Andheri. Additionally, we anticipate heightened demand for premium residential projects as Mulund evolves into a well-connected urban centre.”Navin Makhija, Managing Director of The Wadhwa Group, noted, “The Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) is a strategic infrastructure initiative that underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing Mumbai’s connectivity and addressing congestion on the western corridor. By seamlessly linking the eastern and western suburbs, this project will not only alleviate traffic pressure on the Western Express Highway but also catalyse real estate growth in the eastern suburbs. The improved infrastructure and accessibility will make locations like Mulund and its surrounding areas even more attractive for homebuyers and investors. As demand surges, we foresee a firming up of property prices in the East, which are currently around 60-65 per cent of the West, eventually bridging the gap and unlocking immense value for both residents and developers. The GMLR will play a pivotal role in reshaping Mumbai’s real estate landscape, making the city more integrated and well-connected.”On the western front, the Malad to Borivali corridor is also set to benefit from the GMLR, improving east-west mobility and reducing travel time. Rohan Khatau, Director, CCI Projects, said, “The GMLR will alleviate congestion on existing routes and provide a seamless travel experience for residents commuting to the eastern suburbs. With improved access to business districts and employment hubs, the real estate market in these areas will witness heightened demand, particularly benefiting mid-segment and premium residential developments.”Umesh Jandial, Chief Business Officer at Omkar Realtors & Developers, added, “Goregaon and Malad have evolved into thriving residential and commercial zones, and the GMLR will further solidify their position in Mumbai’s real estate landscape. Improved connectivity will make these locations more attractive for homebuyers, resulting in higher property appreciation and increased interest from developers looking to launch new projects.”Shraddha Kedia-Agarwal, Director of Transcon Developers, commented, “The GMLR will be a game-changer for Malad and Goregaon, enhancing accessibility for professionals working in the eastern suburbs. This ease of commute will drive demand for premium residential spaces, mixed-use developments, and commercial hubs. We foresee a major boost in real estate transactions as these micro-markets become well-connected urban centres.”According to Knight Frank India (January 2025), the Western and Central suburbs accounted for 86 per cent of Mumbai’s property registrations, reflecting strong demand. The GMLR’s integration with major highways and the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport is expected to attract commercial and retail investments, further strengthening Mumbai’s real estate sector.Image Source:: Twin Tunnel Graphic Representation

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