The 125-year-old structure Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai has been closed to make way for the Sewri–Worli Elevated Connector, which will link the sea link, coastal road and Atal Setu. Authorities have begun the excavation work for its demolition. PHOTOS/ASHISH RAJE
Updated On: 2025-09-19 10:25 PM IST
Compiled by : Divya Nair
The new bridge that will take its place will be a double-decker structure with the first tier catering to east-west connectivity between Prabhadevi and Parel, and the second tier linking Atal Setu with the coastal road
After days of demolition works at the bridge, the structure was rendered unusable, cutting off both vehicular and pedestrian access
Both vehicular and pedestrian access to the bridge was closed from September 12
The Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (MRIDC - MahaRail) has been entrusted by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) with the execution of the construction of a double-decker road overbridge at Elphinstone Road/Prabhadevi
A man carries his bicycle on the foot overbridge following the closure of the structure
