BMC floats tender for new flyover over Mithi

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Bridge Department will soon float a tender for widening and reconstruction of the bridge over Mithi river at Mahim Causeway which falls under the G-North ward.

The civic body has received all necessary clearances for the crucial infrastructure project, that is believed to unclog the Mithi river, and mitigate the possibility of water overflowing during heavy rains in the city.

The Mahim Causeway is a vital link road that connects South Mumbai with its northern suburbs. SO Kori, chief engineer (Bridge), BMC, said, "We have received all necessary clearances for widening and reconstruction of the bridge, and we will soon float the tender." He added that apart from widening the bridge, the existing gap between the two pillars of the bridge will also be increased for better flow of water. At present, the overflow discharge of Mithi has narrowed down, especially near Mahim causeway, due to little space between the two pillars of the bridge.

"At present, the gap of the two pillars is just 44 metre. This will be increased up to 100 metre, Whereas, the width of the bridge will be increased up to 52 metre from the existing 31.7 metre," said Kori. The work is expected to be completed in 24 months time from the date of work order and the estimated project cost is Rs 87 crore.