Heavily used by schoolchildren and senior citizens, the ageing structure now features uneven staircases, broken railings, damaged flooring and inconsistent width, making crossing risky. PIC/ RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR
Debris, dried leaves and overgrown vegetation—especially on the Matunga East side—have further narrowed the walkway, making it slippery during the monsoon
The bridge, a key connector between Matunga East and West during the Z bridge construction, is split into two sections, with the narrower road-crossing extension in worse condition
Railway officials said the bridge would be inspected, while BMC ward authorities confirmed a maintenance team would assess the structure
The east staircase is broken, the railings are overrun by weeds, and the west landing and steps also need attention
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