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Ongoing construction of the Kurla-Halav Bridge in Mumbai has come under closer scrutiny after a fatal accident at an under-construction metro site in Mulund earlier this week. Residents living near the bridge alignment have renewed concerns over safety standards, restricted road width, and emergency access, stating that their objections had been raised much before the recent incident. The Mulund accident, in which a metro parapet collapsed onto a busy road, has strengthened local demands for stricter monitoring, clearer accountability, and a reassessment of construction methods at congested urban sites.
Construction activity on the Kurla-Halav Bridge has once again drawn attention as residents flagged safety risks following a recent structural failure at an elevated metro site in Mulund. The accident involved a parapet segment from an under-construction Metro Line 4 structure that fell onto LBS Road, resulting in one fatality and injuries to several others. The incident has prompted concerns that similar risks could arise at other elevated infrastructure projects in densely populated areas. Advertisement
Local residents near the Kurla-Halav Bridge alignment stated that safety and access issues had been highlighted well before the Mulund mishap. They pointed to the narrow approach roads beneath the proposed bridge and said the limited space could severely restrict the movement of fire tenders, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles once construction advances further. According to them, construction is progressing despite unresolved concerns related to road width and clearance.
Community representatives said multiple representations were made to civic officials and elected representatives, seeking a review of the project design and construction sequencing. They maintained that assurances were earlier given that certain rehabilitation and access-related works would be completed before major structural work began, but these conditions were not fully met. This has led to growing mistrust between residents and project authorities.
Residents also questioned whether statutory approvals alone were sufficient to address on-ground realities in congested neighbourhoods. While clearances from fire and aviation authorities were obtained, locals argued that the practical impact on traffic flow and emergency response had not been adequately addressed. The reduced vertical and horizontal space below the elevated structure remains a central concern for those living and working in the area.
In response to the mounting concerns, some residents have approached the High Court seeking intervention. They have requested a temporary halt to construction and a fresh assessment of safety measures, including possible design modifications, to ensure that public movement and emergency access are not compromised as work progresses.
Following the Mulund accident, authorities ordered safety inspections across the Metro Line 4 corridor and initiated action against contractors and consultants involved in the incident. The development has led to a wider review of construction practices across ongoing elevated infrastructure projects in the city.
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