Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Road Inauguration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the Atal Setu aka the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), today, marking the inauguration of the country’s longest sea bridge. The PM embarked on a journey across the sea-bridge from INS Shikara in Colaba to Navi Mumbai.
Notably, toll rates for passenger vehicles on the Sewri-Shivaji Nagar (Ulwe) stretch have been revised, with a fee of Rs 200, and for the 2.5km Shivaji Nagar-Gavhan stretch, it is set at Rs 50. This adjustment deviates from the previous flat toll announcement of Rs 250 for the entire stretch, and for a return trip, the toll will be 1.5 times the one-way charge. Commuters can now access the 21.8km sea bridge, which includes interchanges at Sewri in Mumbai and Shivaji Nagar, Jassi, and Chirle on National Highway 4B in Navi Mumbai.
The sea bridge officially opens to commuters on January 13. Prior to the inauguration, the PM held a grand roadshow. In addition to the sea bridge inauguration, PM Modi inaugurated the Nashik Youth Festival.
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"Our 'niyat' is clean and `nishtha' is for the country's progress and development. Whereas the previous government's intention was to care for vote bank politics and fill up their own coffers, and their commitment was to their family members and not to the country," Modi said.
"I thank the government of Japan and remember late Japanese PM Shinzo Abe. Both of us had vowed to complete the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link project," the PM said.
Prime Minister Modi Unveils Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari - Nhava Sheva Atal Setu in Maharashtra
The Atal Setu stands as the longest bridge in India and the nation's lengthiest sea bridge. This remarkable infrastructure is set to enhance connectivity to both Mumbai International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport, offering expedited travel from Mumbai to Pune, Goa, and South India.
A crowd has assembled at the location where PM Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu. Constructed at a cost of approximately Rs 17,840 crore, the Atal Setu stands as the country's longest bridge, and notably, the longest sea bridge.
Alongside the inauguration, the Prime Minister is set to lay the foundation stone for an underground road tunnel linking the Eastern Freeway's Orange Gate. Additionally, he will launch the Namo Mahila Shashaktikaran Abhiyaan in the state during his visit.
"Today is a day of the youth power of India. This day is dedicated to the great man who filled India with new energy in the days of slavery... I am glad to be here on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanand."
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Mumbai this afternoon for the inauguration of various projects, including the 22-km Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), the city's traffic police assure commuters of smooth traffic flow with no issued diversions or advisories, IE reported.
A senior police official clarified that, for security reasons, there might be a brief traffic halt when the PM enters and exits the MTHL through the Eastern Freeway, lasting only three to four minutes. Despite this, no significant traffic diversions have been implemented.
Emphasizing heightened security measures, officials confirmed a substantial deployment of police personnel at locations scheduled for the PM's visit. Citizens are encouraged to follow their regular commuting routines.
Here's the complete schedule of PM Modi who is currently in Maharashtra for the inauguration of the Atal Setu. Before coming to Mumbai for the opening of the sea bridge, PM has inaugurated Youth Festival in Nashik and visited Ram Kund and Kala Mandir. (Image: X/BJP)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi explores the Shree Kala Ram Mandir located along the banks of the Godavari in Nashik. Positioned in the Panchavati Area of Nashik, Shree Kala Ram Mandir holds historical significance, particularly in relation to the events of the Ramayana.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to the crowd in Nashik, accompanied by Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and deputy CMs ahead of inaugurating the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik on Friday, followed by the unveiling of development projects exceeding Rs 30,500 crore in Maharashtra. Aligned with his vision to enhance urban transport infrastructure and connectivity for improved mobility, Modi will officially open the Mumbai Trans-harbour link (MTHL), now dubbed 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu,' which was constructed at a cost surpassing Rs 17,840 crore, according to a previous statement.
Having laid the foundation stone in December 2016, Modi's inauguration of this bridge marks a significant milestone. Notably, the Mumbai Trans-harbour link stands as the longest bridge in India and holds the distinction of being the longest sea bridge in the country.
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Mahindra Group Chairperson Anand Mahindra shared a captivating nighttime view of the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) on X and expressed anticipation for driving on the sea bridge.
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Atal Setu, India’s Longest Sea Bridge - was lit up last night before inauguration. (Image/Twitter)
The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) is a dual-carriageway bridge spanning 22 kilometers with six lanes, crossing the Thane Creek in the Arabian Sea. It links Sewri in the island city of Mumbai to Chirle in the Raigad district on the mainland.
Comprising a 16.5-kilometer sea link and viaducts on land at both ends, the MTHL has a combined length of 5.5 kilometers.
According to MMRDA records, an average of 5,403 workers and engineers were involved in daily efforts towards completing the project since its commencement in mid-2018, IE reported.
In terms of entry points and restrictions, multi-axle heavy vehicles, trucks, and buses heading towards Mumbai are barred from using the Eastern Freeway. Instead, they are directed to take the Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) and utilize the MBPT Road near ‘Gadi Adda’ for further movement.
Additionally, certain vehicles are prohibited from entering the MTHL, including motorcycles, mopeds, three-wheelers, autos, tractors, animal-drawn vehicles, and slow-moving vehicles.
According to police statements made on Wednesday, the maximum speed limit for four-wheelers, including cars, taxis, light motor vehicles, minibuses, and two-axle buses, on the MTHL will be 100 kmph. However, there will be speed restrictions of 40 kmph during the ascent and descent of the bridge to enhance safety.
After more than seven years since its foundation was laid, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), the country's longest sea bridge, during his day-long visit to Maharashtra on Friday. Officially named the 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu,' the bridge spans from Sewri in Mumbai to Chirle in the mainland district of Raigad at Navi Mumbai, aiming to reduce travel time by approximately 45 minutes. Modi's convoy is scheduled to traverse this route, leading to Panvel, where he is slated to address a rally.