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Mumbai-Navi Mumbai Airport Metro Link Approved to Boost Regional Connectivity

The Maharashtra cabinet has approved the 35-kilometre Metro Line-8 to directly connect Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport with the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis mandated that all land acquisition and permissions be secured before work begins, with a strict three-year completion timeline for infrastructure projects. The meeting also cleared a Nashik City Ring Road and a revised highway alignment in Gadchiroli for mineral transport. Fadnavis emphasized avoiding delays to control costs and proposed an "auto-mode" system with financial incentives for on-time completion and penalties for delays.

Key Points: Mumbai-Navi Mumbai Airport Metro Approved by Maharashtra Cabinet

  • 35-km airport metro link approved
  • 3-year completion deadline for projects
  • Nashik ring road & Gadchiroli highway plans
  • Auto-mode system with incentives & penalties
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Maha cabinet approves metro connectivity between Mumbai, Navi Mumbai International Airport

Maharashtra cabinet approves 35-km Metro Line-8 connecting Mumbai and Navi Mumbai airports, aiming for faster transit and regional development.

"infrastructure projects must not be delayed under any circumstances, as delays escalate costs - Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis"

Mumbai, January 27

In a cabinet meeting chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, approval was granted on Tuesday for the 35-kilometre Metro Line-8, connecting two airports, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport.

The meeting also approved the implementation of the 66-kilometre Nashik City Ring Road through the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) and the revised alignment of a four-lane cement concrete highway from Navegaon Mor to Surjagad in Gadchiroli district for mineral transportation.

According to a release issued by the Directorate General of Information and Public Relations (DGIPR), Chief Minister Fadnavis directed that land acquisition and all statutory permissions required for infrastructure projects must be completed before the commencement of work. He further instructed that every infrastructure project should be completed within three years after land acquisition.

Emphasising the need for timely execution, the Chief Minister said infrastructure projects must not be delayed under any circumstances, as delays escalate costs. He directed that the extended works of the Samruddhi Expressway connecting Nagpur-Gondia and Bhandara-Gadchiroli be expedited.

He also instructed that work orders must clearly stipulate completion within three years. He further proposed the development of an "auto-mode" system incorporating incentive payments for contractors who complete projects within the stipulated timeline and penalties for delays.

While executing the Gadchiroli highway project, space should be ensured along the roadside for future gas pipelines, as a gas pipeline up to Surjagad is planned. Provision for this must be made in advance, the Chief Minister said.

The release said that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Chief Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) OP Gupta, MSRDC Managing Director Dr. Anil Gaikwad, Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation Managing Director Brijesh Dixit and other senior officials were present.

Additional Chief Secretary (Public Works Department), Manisha Mhaisakar, and CIDCO Managing Director, Vijay Singhal, made detailed presentations during the meeting.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good move, but I'll believe it when I see it. So many projects in Maharashtra get announced with great fanfare and then get stuck in land acquisition or environmental clearances for years. The 'auto-mode' system with penalties sounds promising, though.
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Rohit P
Connecting CSMIA to Navi Mumbai airport via metro is brilliant planning. It will boost the new airport's viability from day one. Also glad to see focus on Gadchiroli and Nashik - development shouldn't be limited to just Mumbai-Pune.
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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently for work between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, this is the best news! The current road commute is a nightmare during peak hours. A direct metro link will save hours and reduce stress. Hope the execution is smooth.
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Vikram M
The emphasis on completing projects within 3 years after land acquisition is the key takeaway. Cost overruns due to delays are a huge burden on the state exchequer. The incentive/penalty system needs to be transparent and strictly enforced.
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Kavya N
Forward-thinking to plan for gas pipeline space along the Gadchiroli highway now itself. That's how infrastructure should be designed - with future needs in mind. More of this, please! 👏

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