Mumbai's infrastructure revamp takes centre stage as new govt takes charge

BJP-led govt has pledged to develop a metro network of 1,000 km across different cities of state

(This report has been updated) 

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  The Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s (MMR’s) infrastructure is set to gain traction as the new BJP-led government takes charge in Maharashtra and aims to fulfill its pre-poll promises.

 

Some of the party’s commitments include launching a new Vande Metro service to connect Mumbai with nearby cities and a water metro to link coastal cities and islands which may help “reduce the strain on the transportation system in Mumbai.”

 

Bhavik Damodar, Partner, Deloitte India, believes a well-planned water metro network can significantly cut travel time by offering direct routes between key locations, bypassing the