Revas–Karanja Bridge To Cut Uran-Alibaug Travel Time To 30 Minutes; Land Acquisition Delays Approach Roads
Raigad: The ambitious Revas–Karanja Bridge project, which aims to cut travel time between Uran and Alibaug from over two hours to just 30 minutes, is progressing across Dharamtar Creek. However, land acquisition and compensation-related delays have slowed construction of approach roads at both ends. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) is targeting March 2028 for completion…
The ambitious Revas–Karanja Bridge project, aimed at reducing the travel time between Uran and Alibaug from over two hours to a mere 30 minutes, is underway across Dharamtar Creek. However, construction of the approach roads at both ends is experiencing delays due to land acquisition and compensation issues. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) projects that the four-lane bridge will be completed by March 2028.
The total bridge length in water is 2 km, with an overall project length exceeding 10 km, including the approach roads. The bridge will stand at approximately 31.5 metres above the creek, featuring a 1.5-metre-wide pathway for pedestrians. Construction is being overseen by the MSRDC, with Afcons Infrastructure handling the project.
While the main bridge is progressing, a significant setback lies in acquiring approximately 8 km of land, encompassing both government-owned and private properties. Around 4.5 km of this land is owned by the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO), requiring transfer to the MSRDC. Additionally, compensation payments for private land parcels are pending, further hampering progress on the approach roads.
Despite these challenges, the Revas–Karanja Bridge promises to provide a faster, all-weather road connection between Uran and Alibaug, alleviate reliance on seasonal ferry services, and enhance access to industrial and transport hubs along the coastal belt. This project is part of the larger Revas–Reddi Coastal Road project, which includes nine creek bridges, with work on seven already underway. Officials anticipate increased construction momentum once the outstanding land acquisition and compensation hurdles are resolved.
The bridge is anticipated to bolster connectivity between the Raigad region and vital infrastructure hubs such as Jawaharlal Nehru Port, Navi Mumbai International Airport, and the Atal Setu corridor. Moreover, it is projected to shorten the distance between the port and Alibaug from around 55 km to approximately 30 km, thereby improving commuting and freight movement efficiency.
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