Abdul Gafoor Khan Estate Kurla West, Mumbai

BMC Sets Deadlines for Key Infrastructure Projects: Vidyavihar Connector, GMLR Phase 1, and Mankhurd Flyover to Open Soon

BMC has announced completion targets for three significant infrastructure projects. The Vidyavihar east-west connector is slated to open by August 31, the first phase of the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) by September, and the Mankhurd-Maharashtra Nagar flyover by May 31, 2027. These projects are expected to improve traffic flow and connectivity in their respective areas.

Mumbai's Seven Lakes Reach Nearly 50% Capacity, Easing Water Crisis Concerns

Heavy rainfall has increased water storage in Mumbai's seven lakes to 7.03 lakh ML, which is 48.59% of their capacity. This has eased fears of a water shortage, though a decision on withdrawing water cuts will depend on future lake levels.

Mega Blocks on Central and Transharbour Lines for Essential Railway Maintenance

Mumbai's suburban railway network will observe mega blocks on the Central and Transharbour Lines on June 28, 2026, to facilitate essential maintenance of tracks and signaling systems. Commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance as services on these lines may experience delays of approximately 15 minutes. Western and Harbour lines will operate as per schedule.

MMRDA Allots BKC Plots for Healthcare and Education Projects Worth Over ₹580 Crore

Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has allocated land parcels in Bandra-Kurla Complex for healthcare and education projects valued at over ₹580 crore. Jupiter Lifeline Hospitals and D. Y. Patil Education Group will establish a multi-speciality hospital and an academic cemtre.

PM Modi Flags Off Two New Amrit Bharat Express Trains from Varanasi

PM Narendra Modi flagged off two new Amrit Bharat Express trains from Varanasi on April 28, 2026, connecting Banaras to Hadapsar (Pune) and Ayodhya to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Mumbai). This development is expected to improve long-distance rail connectivity, and strengthening links between key religious and economic centers.

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has proposed a new skywalk connecting Kurla railway station to the upcoming pod taxi terminal in Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC). This 200-meter skywalk aims to ease travel for thousands of office-goers commuting to BKC daily.