Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates Final Phase Of Samruddhi Expressway From Igatpuri To Thane

Mumbai: The final phase of the Hinduhrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Expressway was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at noon on Thursday. The final and most awaited stretch, 76 kilometres from Igatpuri to Amane in Thane district, was opened in a grand ceremony attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde, along with senior project officials.

This marks the completion of the ambitious 701-kilometre, six-lane access-controlled expressway that connects Mumbai and Nagpur. With this, one of India’s longest expressways is now fully operational, significantly reducing travel time and enhancing regional development.

Now fully operational, the Samruddhi Mahamarg is significantly reducing travel time between key regions and boosting economic and regional development across Maharashtra. An official post on X (formerly Twitter) shared by CM Fadnavis, along with a photograph of the Mahamarg and the video, highlighted the milestone.

Benefits of Samruddhi Expressway:

701 km Long Access-Controlled Corridor with 6-Lane Expressway: The Samruddhi Expressway connects Mumbai to Nagpur in just 8 hours, compared to the earlier 16–20 hours via conventional routes.

Drastically Reduced Travel Time:

Mumbai to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: from 8 hours to 4 hours

Nagpur to Shirdi: from 13 hours to 4 hours

Nagpur to Mumbai: from 18 hours to 8 hours

Wildlife-Friendly Infrastructure: Over 100 underpasses and overpasses have been constructed to ensure wildlife preservation, along with the installation of noise barriers to reduce ecological disturbance.

Smart Industrial Growth: 18 smart industrial townships are being developed along the corridor, expected to drive economic growth and job creation across Maharashtra.

Green Energy and Landscaping:

203 MW of electricity will be generated through a solar power initiative integrated into the expressway infrastructure.

More than 11.5 lakh trees have been planted, along with 22.34 lakh shrubs and bushes to enhance green landscaping and reduce pollution.

This expressway, often referred to as the "growth corridor" of Maharashtra, aims to redefine connectivity and economic development in the state. The expressway is also designed with modern communication services, including roadside WiFi and telephone connectivity, ensuring maximum convenience and safety for travellers.

The Hinduhrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Expressway is now a symbol of Maharashtra’s transformation, connecting regions, conserving the environment, and propelling economic progress.

Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025, 02:08 PM IST