In Photos: Here`s how the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link looks after inauguration

Updated On: 12 January, 2024 07:40 PM IST | Editor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), a monumental infrastructure project built at a cost of Rs 21,200 crore. Named `Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu,` this bridge stands as the longest sea bridge in India and ranks 12th globally. (Pics/MMRDA/ANI)

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<p>Beginning from Sewri in Mumbai and concluding at Nhava Sheva in Uran taluka, Raigad district, the bridge significantly reduces travel time between Mumbai and Pune Expressway, now providing a seamless connection to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.</p>

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Beginning from Sewri in Mumbai and concluding at Nhava Sheva in Uran taluka, Raigad district, the bridge significantly reduces travel time between Mumbai and Pune Expressway, now providing a seamless connection to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.

<p>The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link spans six lanes, covering 16.50 kilometers over the sea and an additional 5.50 kilometers on land. To support the project`s costs, the Maharashtra government has approved a one-way toll of Rs 250 for cars using the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link. Toll charges for return journeys and frequent travelers will vary, subject to revision after a one-year review from the start of operations, according to the Maharashtra cabinet`s decision.</p>

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The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link spans six lanes, covering 16.50 kilometers over the sea and an additional 5.50 kilometers on land. To support the project`s costs, the Maharashtra government has approved a one-way toll of Rs 250 for cars using the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link. Toll charges for return journeys and frequent travelers will vary, subject to revision after a one-year review from the start of operations, according to the Maharashtra cabinet`s decision.

<p>Anticipating a significant volume of traffic, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link is projected to accommodate around 70,000 vehicles daily. However, specific limitations are imposed to ensure safety and efficiency. Four-wheelers on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link have a maximum speed limit of 100 kilometers per hour, while motorbikes, autorickshaws, and tractors are prohibited from using the sea bridge.</p>

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Anticipating a significant volume of traffic, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link is projected to accommodate around 70,000 vehicles daily. However, specific limitations are imposed to ensure safety and efficiency. Four-wheelers on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link have a maximum speed limit of 100 kilometers per hour, while motorbikes, autorickshaws, and tractors are prohibited from using the sea bridge.

<p>Further guidelines include specific speed limits for different vehicle types, such as cars, taxis, light motor vehicles, minibuses, and two-axle buses. While these vehicles can travel at 100 kilometers per hour, the speed limit is reduced to 40 kilometers per hour on the bridge`s ascent and descent. The Mumbai Police has justified these speed restrictions as preventive measures to avoid danger, obstructions, and inconvenience to the public.</p>

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Further guidelines include specific speed limits for different vehicle types, such as cars, taxis, light motor vehicles, minibuses, and two-axle buses. While these vehicles can travel at 100 kilometers per hour, the speed limit is reduced to 40 kilometers per hour on the bridge`s ascent and descent. The Mumbai Police has justified these speed restrictions as preventive measures to avoid danger, obstructions, and inconvenience to the public.

<p>In terms of access, multi-axle heavy vehicles, trucks, and buses heading towards Mumbai are directed to use the Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) instead of the Eastern Freeway. Following this route, these vehicles will navigate through the MBPT Road near `Gadi Adda` for further movement</p>

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In terms of access, multi-axle heavy vehicles, trucks, and buses heading towards Mumbai are directed to use the Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) instead of the Eastern Freeway. Following this route, these vehicles will navigate through the MBPT Road near `Gadi Adda` for further movement

<p>The completion of the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu) is poised to revolutionize connectivity between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, significantly reducing travel time, enhancing accessibility, and contributing to the region`s overall infrastructure development.</p>

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The completion of the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu) is poised to revolutionize connectivity between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, significantly reducing travel time, enhancing accessibility, and contributing to the region`s overall infrastructure development.

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