Motorists travelling through Andheri East and Marol will have to take an alternate route as the Mumbai Traffic Police have announced a long-term road closure from November 6, 2026, to May 31, 2027. The stretch connecting Seven Hills Junction to Lok Bharati Junction will remain closed to all vehicular traffic to facilitate infrastructure work, including road concreting and the construction of stormwater drains. The closure is expected to affect commuters travelling along Marol-Maroshi Road and those heading towards Seven Hills Hospital and nearby areas. Scroll down to know more.
Road Closure In Andheri East: Check The Alternate Route
According to a notification issued by the MIDC Traffic Division, the road from Seven Hills Junction towards Lok Bharati Junction will be closed to vehicles to ensure the safe execution of construction work. The restrictions have been imposed under Section 115 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The notification, issued by Pradeep Chavan, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Eastern Suburbs Traffic), states that the restrictions will remain in force from November 6, 2026, until May 31, 2027.
As an alternative, vehicles approaching from Seven Hills Junction will be diverted via Military Road, Tanvi Super Market Junction and Marol Bhavan. Motorists can use this route to reach their respective destinations. Commuters travelling through Andheri East and Marol, particularly during peak hours, are advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time and follow traffic police instructions and diversion signs.
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Mogra Nala Bridge In Oshiwara To Remain Closed Until May 2027
In a separate development, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will demolish and rebuild the Mogra Nala bridge in Oshiwara, leading to traffic restrictions in the area. According to a Mumbai Police notification, the bridge on Pramod Navalkar Marg connects SAB TV Road to Link Road and will remain closed to vehicular traffic in both directions until May 31, 2027.
The bridge has been declared dilapidated and will be demolished and reconstructed at the same location by the BMC. The closure falls under the jurisdiction of the Oshiwara Traffic Division and is intended to facilitate the redevelopment work.
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Motorists travelling through Oshiwara are advised to check local traffic updates and follow the diversions announced by the police.
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