MMRDA’s 'Mumbai in 59 Minutes' Boosted by New Elevated Corridor
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is moving a step closer to its “Mumbai in 59 Minutes” agenda with the 67 percent physical progress of a 7.35 km, six‑lane elevated corridor that joins the Atal Setu to the Mumbai‑Pune Expressway. Built as a third‑level superstructure above existing roads, the corridor runs through the Chirle and Palsupe corridors, providing a bypass for traffic that would otherwise congest the Panvel junction.
According to project officials, the new link will reduce the South‑Mumbai‑to‑Pune journey by 60‑90 minutes, offering a faster, more direct route for commuters, freight operators and tourists heading toward Goa or the Jawaharlal Nehru Port. The elevated path also promises smoother integration with the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, facilitating better access for passengers and cargo.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted that the state’s economic future hinges on efficient connectivity between its major cities, ports and industrial clusters. He noted that the Atal Setu already transformed Mumbai‑Navi Mumbai travel, and the new corridor will extend that transformation to Pune, Goa and other growth centers.
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde added that the time saved on the road will directly benefit families, businesses and logistics providers, turning each saved minute into greater productivity and quality of life. MMRDA Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee confirmed that foundation work in Chirle is essentially complete, while key structural elements in Palsupe are progressing rapidly, marking a decisive milestone for the project.