Mumbai's deteriorating infrastructure, particularly the condition of key flyovers, is raising serious concerns. The Jog flyover in Andheri East has become a focal point of a dispute between the MMRDA and BMC over responsibility for repairs, causing delays that have rendered the structure unsafe. An April 2024 audit by VJTI deemed the flyover dangerous, urging repairs within a month. However, the BMC is still undecided on how to proceed, despite a recent incident where a large slab fell from the flyover. The situation is part of a broader infrastructure challenge in Mumbai, with several other bridges also in urgent need of repairs, underscoring the need for immediate action to prevent potential disasters.
Mumbai's deteriorating infrastructure is raising serious concerns, particularly with the worsening condition of key flyovers. The Jog flyover in Andheri East is at the center of a dispute between the MMRDA and BMC over responsibility for repairs. This delay has rendered the flyover unsafe, necessitating urgent action to prevent potential accidents.
An April 2024 audit by the Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) deemed the flyover dangerous, recommending repairs within a month. However, the BMC has yet to decide whether to undertake the repairs independently or seek assistance.
Complicating matters, the bridge is owned by the state government's Public Works Department (PWD). While the BMC has issued tender bids worth INR 95 crore for repairs, approvals are still pending. The situation is alarming, especially after a large slab from the flyover fell onto a car in July, underscoring the need for immediate action.
When the MMRDA transferred bridges on the Western and Eastern Express Highways to the BMC, VJTI's reports were used to assess their condition and necessary repairs. The VJTI audit also identified nine other Mumbai bridges requiring major repairs, including the Kala Nagar flyover in Bandra East, the Bhagwan Swami Narayan flyover in Chunabhatti, and the Annabhau Sathe flyover in Chembur. While some, like the Kala Nagar flyover, can wait a few months, the Jog flyover's critical condition demands immediate attention to avoid potential disasters.
This situation highlights the broader infrastructure challenges Mumbai faces, with the recent focus on flyovers emphasizing the urgency of addressing these issues.
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