Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik had in August proposed shifting the toll naka 2 km ahead of the present spot. Pics/Nimesh Dave
Officials said the shift will help ease traffic flow between Mumbai and the neighbouring suburbs, especially during peak hours
The new toll collection point is expected to be located further ahead to reduce the pressure at the city’s entry point
In his letter to the Deputy CM Shinde, Sarnaik had highlighted the rapid urbanisation of Mira-Bhayandar, which now has a population of around 1.5 million
The toll plaza not only causes financial strain but also results in a waste of time, with commuters reportedly spending 30 minutes or more in traffic every day, Sarnaik had mentioned in his letter
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