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Mira Road Flyover Design Explained: 4-to-2 Lane Shift is for Future Planning

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has clarified that the design of the new Mira Road flyover, which transitions from four lanes to two, is intentional and not faulty. The configuration accommodates current road width limitations and includes planned future extensions towards Bhayander West. The flyover is designed to manage high traffic volumes at a major junction and includes integrated Metro access and slip roads. Safety measures are in place, and future widening proposals are in the planning stages in coordination with local municipal authorities.

Key Points: MMRDA Clarifies Mira Road Flyover 4-to-2 Lane Design

  • Design based on road width constraints
  • Future provision for Bhayander West extension
  • Aims to ease traffic at busy junction
  • Includes comprehensive safety features
  • Coordination planned with MBMC for widening
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"Designed on future network planning": MMRDA clarifies "4-to-2 Lane" Mira Road flyover design

MMRDA states the Mira Road flyover's lane transition is not a flaw but a planned feature for future network expansion and current road constraints.

"the transition from 4 lanes to 2 lanes is not a design flaw, but is based on available road width constraints and future network planning - MMRDA"

Mumbai, January 27

Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority on Tuesday provided clarification on the recent controversy surrounding an allegedly faulty design for a flyover in Mira Road. It stated that the transition from 4 lanes to 2 lanes is not a design flaw, but is based on available road width constraints and future network planning.

According to their statement, the flyover does not "suddenly narrow." As per planning, the flyover has been designed with two lanes for Bhayander East and future connecting two lanes for Bhayander West. Since the Bhayander East arm comes first along the alignment, the 4-lane configuration presently transitions into 2 lanes. The remaining two outer lanes are planned as part of the future extension towards Bhayander West across the Western Railway line.

Up to Golden Nest Circle, where five major roads merge, and traffic volume is high, a 2+2 lane flyover integrated with the Metro, along with slip roads on both sides, has been provided to disperse traffic effectively.

Beyond the junction, towards Bhayander East, the available right-of-way reduces as per DP. Accordingly, a 1+1 lane flyover with dedicated up and down ramps has been constructed along the median to provide uninterrupted movement towards Railway Phatak Road, the statement said.

This design enables smooth crossing of one of the busiest junctions in the Mira-Bhayander region while accommodating on-ground constraints.

Provision has been kept for future widening, wherein the outer side of the flyover on both carriageways will be extended by an additional 1+1 lane to ensure improved east-west traffic continuity. The proposal is currently at the planning stage and will be taken up in coordination with MBMC after obtaining approvals from the competent authorities.

At present, the flyover has been designed primarily for traffic dispersal and congestion reduction in the Mira-Bhayander area. Necessary safety measures have been incorporated, including rumble strips, delineators, adequate signage, retro-reflective tags, directional boards, and anti-crash barriers, as per the statement.

Traffic police guidance is being actively sought for any additional vehicular safety measures prior to opening the flyover for public use.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
As a daily commuter on this route, I appreciate the effort to explain. But the transition from 4 to 2 lanes needs to be VERY clearly marked with signs and maybe even speed bumps. Indian drivers won't slow down unless forced to. Safety first, please! 🚗
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Rahul R
"Future network planning" sounds good on paper. But in Mumbai, how many future projects actually get completed on time? We'll be stuck with a bottleneck for years. Should have built the full width now, even if it cost more. Jams cost the economy more.
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Sarah B
The detailed explanation about integrating with the Metro and having slip roads at the circle is actually quite thoughtful. It shows they considered the actual traffic dispersal patterns. If it works as planned, it could be a model for other congested junctions.
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Aman W
Good to see they are consulting traffic police before opening. That's a step often missed. The mention of rumble strips and anti-crash barriers is reassuring. Just hope the maintenance is regular, or all these measures will be useless in 6 months.
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Nisha Z
Respectfully, this clarification feels like damage control after public outcry. Why wasn't this communicated clearly during construction? Transparency from the start builds trust. Still, if it reduces my travel time from Bhayander East to Mira Road, I'm all for it! 🙏

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