Mumbai is set to mark a new milestone in urban infrastructure with the inauguration of the Reay Road Bridge on May 13. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will officially open the city’s first land-based cable-stayed bridge at 7 PM in a ceremony at Reay Road.
This landmark bridge is the first of its kind in Mumbai. Unlike the iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link, which spans the Arabian Sea, the Reay Road Bridge stands out as it has been constructed entirely on land, showcasing a modern cable-stayed design adapted for dense urban areas.
According to sources, motorists have already started using the newly built cable-stayed bridge over the past few days, but the official inauguration will take place on May 13th.
Although originally scheduled for completion in November, the project experienced slight delays due to encroachment issues. Now complete, the bridge will significantly improve traffic flow and urban connectivity. Construction work on this cable-stayed ROB began on February 14, 2022. The length of the ROB is 385 meters, plus two down ramps. The ROB has six lanes. The cost of the project is around Rs 266 crore.
Reay Road Bridge |
Titwala ROB |
Engineering & Design Highlights
An official from the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC or MahaRail) explained that the bridge employs a central pylon cable-stayed design, with stay cables anchored to a central spine girder. This modern design uses limited piers and minimized foundations, making it ideal for congested urban areas.
The bridge was constructed using a segmental construction method, which enhances quality control and shortens construction time. Each segment was prefabricated off-site, then transported and assembled on location. In areas with straight alignment, simple steel girders were used to streamline the building process.
Titwala ROB |
Urban Integration & Aesthetic Appeal
The bridge will facilitate smooth traffic movement via Barrister Nath Pai Road underneath and ensures sufficient vertical clearance for vehicles traveling over and under the structure, complying with IRC standards. It also accommodates clearance for the MbPT railway tracks and integrates seamlessly with the Eastern Freeway.
In addition to its functionality, the Reay Road ROB has been designed with aesthetics in mind. MahaRail has incorporated architectural LED lighting to enhance its visual appeal, and the structure will feature a Bridge Health Monitoring System to ensure long-term safety. "This modern and iconic infrastructure addition is poised not only to ease congestion but also to contribute to the city’s architectural landscape" further added an official.
