Multimodal Corridor From Virar To Alibaug Map
Laverne Levenstein
Sources said a consultant is being appointed for this purpose. Although the project is part of the multimodal corridor, the authorities will assess if any additions in the cost, route and other details need to be incorporated in the study. Initially, the metro line was to start from Kharbao in Bhiwandi to Alibag.
The decision on the location of the car depot for this metro line, which will strengthen the connectivity in areas of Vasai-Virar, Bhiwandi, Kalyan, Uran, Pen and Alibag, is yet to be taken. The feasibility study undertaken by MSRDC comes at a time when the state government is looking at the possibility of handing the Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor project and construction of the metro line over to MMRDA as they specialise in implementing metro rail lines.
The Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor (VAMMC) is a 126-km long multimodal corridor. It is one of the major infrastructure projects in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The ambitious project is designed to enhance connectivity across Mumbai, Thane and Raigad.
The Virar Alibaug Multimodal corridor is proposed to be a 126-km long corridor connecting Navghar on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway in Thane with Balavali in Raigad. It will pass through Mumbai, Thane and Raigad.
The 14-lane expressway will go a long mile in boosting connectivity. It will reduce travel time between Virar and Alibaug by 50%. Since it will pass through the Mumbai-Satara Highway, it will also act as a shortcut between various areas in MMR and Goa.
The development of the Virar-Alibaug Multimodal corridor will have a transformative impact on Mumbai real estate. By improving connectivity between various regions, this corridor will create new opportunities for growth. It will improve connectivity in key residential and industrial regions of Panvel, Uran, Kalyan, Taloja, Kalyan-Shil Road, Virar, Vasai and Pen.
The improved connectivity will open up regions like Panvel, Kalyan-Shil road, Ulwe, Vasai and many more. All these regions will be attractive options for affordable residential and commercial properties. Families and professionals seeking cost-effective yet quality housing solutions will find these areas appealing.
At Marathon Group, we already realized the potential of these regions a decade back. We knew that regions like Panvel and Kalyan-Shil are on the cusp of great infrastructural development. We started building affordable township projects along these locations.
Marathon Nexzone is a township project at Panvel offering affordable and ultra-luxurious flats with valley views. It has 1 BHK, 2 BHK and 2.5 BHK homes with open spaces and recreational amenities like a swimming pool, clubhouse, gymnasium, and jogging track. Guess what? It is 10 mins away from the Navi Mumbai aerotropolis region. Hence, when you stay at Nexzone, you stay in the middle of this one-of-a-kind infrastructure development in India.
In September 2020, the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation was handed over the responsibility of constructing the Virar Alibagh Multimodal corridor. Since then, the project has progressed significantly.
In June 2021, MSRDC received environment clearance for an 18-km section. Approximately 5000 trees are expected to be cut and 221 hectares of forest land will be diverted. The land acquisition for Phase 2 of the project is ongoing.
As this project takes shape, many micro markets like Panvel, Kalyan-Shil, Virar and Vasai will flourish. Marathon is at the forefront of recognizing these opportunities, creating townships like Nextown and Nexworld that are not just situated at fast-growing locations but also elevate your living experience.
The metro railway line project is being considered to potentially become the longest in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region [MMR]. As part of the Rs 550 billion Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor, which is designed as a 14-lane expressway with a speed limit of 120 kmph, the project aims to improve transportation efficiency and has a scheduled completion date of 2030.
The project consists of two phases. Phase I covers 98.5 km from Navghar to Balavali, while Phase II extends 129.9 km from Balavali to Alibaug. The multimodal corridor will integrate various modes of transport such as roads, rail, and metro.
The project will include 40 stations and will run parallel to this corridor, connecting crucial MMR suburban areas. According to official data from MSRDC, the detailed project report will follow the initial feasibility study, which is expected to conclude within 6-8 months. The metro line aims to connect the proposed Navi Mumbai airport and JNPA.
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Mumbai, India (Metro Rail Today): In a groundbreaking move, the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has initiated a feasibility study for the Virar to Alibaug metro rail, marking its foray into metro infrastructure. Spanning an impressive 136km, this metro line is set to become the longest in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Typically associated with road and bridge construction, MSRDC's venture into metro rail underscores the magnitude of the Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor project.
Sources suggest that the metro line, connecting Virar's Navghar to Alibaug, is projected to encompass approximately 40 stations, strategically linking crucial suburbs within the MMR. A comprehensive project report is on the horizon, scheduled for completion within 6-8 months, once the initial feasibility study concludes. The metro line is poised to seamlessly connect the envisaged Navi Mumbai airport and JNPA, contributing to enhanced regional accessibility.
The MSRDC is in the process of appointing a consultant for this significant undertaking. Despite being part of the multimodal corridor, the authorities remain open to adjusting costs, routes, and other particulars based on the findings of the ongoing study. Initially planned to commence from Kharbao in Bhiwandi to Alibag, the metro line's potential impact on long-distance routes is a subject of debate.
Despite the extensive planning, the location of the car depot for this metro line, crucial for strengthening connectivity in areas like Vasai-Virar, Bhiwandi, Kalyan, Uran, Pen, and Alibag, is yet to be finalized. The MSRDC's feasibility study coincides with the state government's contemplation of transferring the Virar-Alibaug Multimodal Corridor and metro line construction responsibilities to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), renowned for metro rail line implementations.
The initiation of the Virar to Alibaug metro rail project marks a transformative moment in Maharashtra's infrastructure landscape. As the MSRDC delves into uncharted territory, the multimodal corridor and metro rail integration promise a future where seamless connectivity fuels regional progress. With the prospect of elevated connectivity, the MMR is on the cusp of a transportation revolution, setting the stage for a dynamic and interconnected future.
To support an economy of this size and scale, the state is in the middle of a massive infrastructure development journey implementing a slew of transformational expressways, multimodal corridors, metro systems, coastal roads and other projects.
Shri Radheshyam Mopalwar, the vice chairman and managing director of Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), is playing an instrumental role in envisaging and executing key infrastructure projects in the state.
Mopalwar is also the Director General Of War Room (Infrastructure Projects) in the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). The war room was set to push key infrastructure projects in the state and to ensure their completion within a specified time frame. That Mopalwar was handpicked by the state political leadership to head the war room was seen as underscoring the seasoned bureaucrat's criticality to realising Maharashtra's infrastructure ambitions.
In an exclusive interview with Swarajya, Mopalwar spoke about the status of various transformational projects that he is overseeing in his role as the head of MSDRC and as part of the war room, including Mumbai Coastal Road, Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, metro corridors in Mumbai and other cities, expansion of Mumbai Pune expressway, the Mumbai Nagpur Samruddhi Marg, Pune ring road, Thane and Konkan coastal roads and elevated roads.
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