The Kasarvadavali flyover on Ghodbunder Road was closed to traffic on Sunday afternoon following a complaint about possible irregularities near sections adjoining the flyover's protective barrier. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) initiated a safety inspection as a precaution.

Visuals from the site revealed deep cracks and fissures along parts of the safety parapet wall and concrete side barriers. The inspection will determine whether the reported irregularities are cosmetic, require repairs, or indicate a serious structural concern.

The closure immediately disrupted traffic along Ghodbunder Road. Vehicles were diverted to the road beneath the flyover, significantly increasing pressure on an already heavily used stretch and triggering long queues between Kasarvadavali and Brahmand.

The Kasarvadavali and Anand Nagar areas have witnessed substantial residential development with growing housing complexes adding to traffic volume. The flyover was originally developed by MMRDA to reduce traffic pressure in the area.

There is currently no confirmed timeline for reopening. Citizens have called for accountability if construction-related shortcomings are established, along with independent structural audits and durable reinforcement.

Thane Traffic Police announced a temporary road closure near Kasarvadavali due to ongoing Borivali Tunnel project work carried out by Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. under MMRDA.

Road closure details:

• Road from Hillcrest Society, Mulla Bagh, to Nilkanth Green remains closed
• Period: May 16, 2026 to May 15, 2027
• Times: 12:01 am to 6:00 am and 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Work includes unloading machinery and goods at site

Alternate route: Vehicles diverted via barricaded route from Satya Shankar Society on road from Nilkanth Green to Mulla Bagh in opposite direction.

Exemptions: Police vehicles, fire brigade, ambulances, green corridor, oxygen gas vehicles and essential service vehicles not subject to restrictions.

The Wadala-Ghatkopar-Kasarvadavali Metro Line 4 is progressing and will benefit the public soon. Trial runs for Mumbai Metro-4 will begin in September, with full operations expected by the end of the year. The upcoming network will connect Wadala, Thane, Mira-Bhayander, and Mumbai, complemented by an internal metro route within Thane. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said the project will shape up travelling infrastructure and reduce the city's chronic traffic congestion.

The Kasarvadavali junction flyover on Ghodbunder Highway in Thane remains unopened despite multiple missed deadlines by the MMRDA. Motorists are experiencing daily 25-minute delays as a result. The flyover was originally intended to ease outbound traffic congestion in the area.

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