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The reconstruction of the historic Carnac Bunder Bridge has made significant progress with the successful positioning of the first girder for the new structure. This development follows the demolition of the 154-year-old bridge, which served as a crucial east-west link in South Mumbai, and was closed to vehicles in August 2022. The recent girder installation involved sliding a 550-metric tonne girder over 70 meters above railway tracks, executed under the supervision of MS RITES and in collaboration with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Central Railway. The bridge is projected to be operational by May 2025, restoring vital connectivity and alleviating congestion in Masjid Bunder and surrounding areas.
The reconstruction of the historic Carnac Bunder Bridge has entered a significant phase, as the first girder for the new structure was successfully positioned during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Two years after the original 154-year-old bridge was demolished, this latest development marks a crucial step forward in the project. Advertisement
The former bridge served as an essential east-west link connecting Masjid in South Mumbai with PD Mello Road. It was closed to vehicular movement in August 2022, leading to the dismantling of its superstructure over a four-day period, after which construction of the new bridge commenced.
The recent girder launch involved sliding the south-side girder, which weighs 550 metric tonnes, over a distance of 70 metres above railway tracks, a process completed earlier this week. This work was carried out under the technical supervision of MS RITES, following a plan approved by the Central Railway administration.
As the girder passes over both railway tracks and urban areas, the operation was conducted collaboratively by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Central Railway (CR). The first segment of 58 metres was launched last week, while the final 12-metre section was successfully positioned during the early hours of Monday.
Civic officials indicated to reporters from the Express Group that the assembly of the second girder will occur simultaneously, with plans for its launch and the completion of remaining works by the end of December. Additionally, work on the approach roads of the bridge will be undertaken, as the new bridge is anticipated to be 70 metres long and 26.5 metres wide.
The BMC officials projected that the entire bridge would likely become operational by May 2025. Although the initial completion was expected by the end of 2024, various delays have pushed back the timeline. The Carnac Bunder Bridge is crucial for traffic flow in areas such as Masjid Bunder, CSMT, and Mohammed Ali Road, and its closure has significantly increased congestion on alternative routes. The successful reconstruction of the bridge is eagerly awaited, as it will restore vital connectivity in the bustling region.
In conclusion, the Carnac Bunder Bridge reconstruction is a significant development for South Mumbai, promising to alleviate traffic congestion in critical areas. With ongoing collaboration and careful planning, the project aims to enhance connectivity and support the city's growing infrastructure needs, benefiting local communities.
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