Western Railway has started the process to extend the Harbour Line from Goregaon to Borivali. This project is a key part of the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP)-3A. On May 27, the railway authority issued a tender worth Rs 86.51 crore for essential civil works including earth-filling and bridge construction.
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What is the timeline for the project?
The project will be completed in phases to make it easier for commuters. The first phase, which covers the 2 km stretch from Goregaon to Malad, is expected to be operational by 2026-27. The entire extension up to Borivali is targeted for completion by 2027-28.
What are the key project details and costs?
The total cost of the extension is estimated at around Rs 898 crore. The project involves significant infrastructure development to reduce congestion on the main Western Railway network.
| Component | Estimated Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Construction | Rs 728 crore | |
| Electrical Systems | Rs 88 crore | |
| Signalling Infrastructure | Rs 82 crore |
The work includes building two major bridges and sixteen minor bridges. The New Development Bank provided $500 million in funding for the broader MUTP-3A project to support such developments.
What challenges are being faced?
Railway officials are working on land acquisition and the rehabilitation of affected families. About 1,900 square meters of land across 20 locations need to be acquired, which affects 24 private buildings. Preliminary surveys and ground levelling on the Goregaon-Malad stretch are already done.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Goregaon to Malad section open?
The first phase covering the Goregaon to Malad stretch is projected to be operational by 2026-27.
What is the total cost of the Harbour Line extension?
The total estimated cost of the project is approximately Rs 898 crore.