Days after the Sion Road Overbridge (ROB) reopened to the public, another key railway crossing in central Mumbai is set to shut down. The Dharavi Road Overbridge, also known as the Sion Hospital Bridge, is scheduled for demolition after Diwali 2026 to make way for the planned fifth and sixth railway lines between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Kurla. Read on to know more.
The Dharavi Road Overbridge To Close Post Diwali
The bridge is planned to close after the festive rush, according to a report by Lokmat Times. However, the timeline remains subject to the finalisation of traffic diversions and the necessary approvals from authorities. The bridge serves as an important link for motorists travelling between Dharavi, Sion and neighbouring areas. Its closure is likely to affect daily travellers, making alternative routes and traffic management arrangements crucial.
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Under the proposed reconstruction plan, Central Railway will handle the section of the new bridge spanning the railway tracks, while the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will construct the approach roads. Authorities are also expected to arrange pedestrian access through foot-over bridges or other suitable facilities before vehicular movement is stopped completely. The demolition is part of the broader plan to build the fifth and sixth railway lines between CSMT and Kurla under the Mumbai Urban Transport Project-II (MUTP-2). The additional tracks are aimed at increasing capacity along one of Mumbai’s busiest suburban railway corridors.
Sion Bridge Opens To Public After 2 Years
The proposed shutdown comes shortly after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the reconstructed Sion ROB on October 22, restoring a crucial east-west road connection after nearly two years. During the closure, motorists had to rely on alternative routes, including the congested 90 Feet Road, resulting in longer travel times and difficulties reaching nearby destinations, including during emergencies.
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The reopening brought relief to residents and commuters, who expect it to reduce travel time and fuel expenses. However, concerns over pedestrian safety remain, with residents calling for dedicated walking pathways, particularly for schoolchildren. With the Dharavi ROB now set to face a similar shutdown, the finalisation of traffic diversions and pedestrian arrangements will be important to limit disruption.
Good news for Mumbai commuters.
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FAQs
What is Dharavi famous for?
Dharavi is most famous for being one of the largest and most densely populated slums in Asia, as well as a massive, high-output informal economic hub.
Has the Sion Bridge started?
Mumbai's iconic Sion Bridge was officially inaugurated on October 22, 2026, by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Ajit Pawar.
What is the longest bridge in Mumbai?
The longest bridge in Mumbai is the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri–Nhava Sheva Atal Setu, also known as the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
