Over 500 Residents Stage ‘Mook Morcha’ Against Ring Metro Route, Demand Rerouting From Nath Pai Road

Thane, October 4, 2026 - More than 500 residents of Barrister Nath Pai Road, also known as Gladys Alvares Road, gathered for a silent protest, or Mook Morcha, at 8:00 AM this morning to voice their opposition to the planned Thane Ring Metro (TRIM) project. Originating from Khevra Circle, the peaceful demonstration saw heavy participation from residents across various residential complexes along the projected route.

The community's primary concerns revolve around the detrimental effects of the metro on the existing Nath Pai Road. This well-established road, characterized by its lush green medians, maintained footpaths, and smooth asphalt, faces the risk of significant deterioration due to the construction of an elevated metro structure.

Residents are deeply worried about the adverse impacts on their quality of life. A spokesperson for the Residents Action Committee expressed their stance, saying, "While we support development, we cannot overlook the fact that turning a fully developed, green arterial road into an elevated metro is an excessively hasty decision.

The area is already burdened with heavy traffic, and an elevated metro would severely jeopardize pedestrian safety, wipe out our environment, and drastically reduce our quality of life. It is absolutely necessary for the authorities to consider alternative options such as the foothills road or an underground alignment before proceeding further."