PM Modi inaugurated Atal Setu
On January 12, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Atal Setu, also known as Mumbai Trans Harbor Link (MTHL), and this is a major step in India’s infrastructure development. This 21.8km long sea bridge is the longest in the country, which will provide fast connectivity between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, reducing travel time and reducing congestion. Apart from inaugurating Atal Setu, PM Modi inaugurated teen and infrastructure projects during his visit to Maharashtra and laid the foundation stone for one. In this article we will consider the expansion of Atal Setu and its impact.
At the ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Atal Setu bridge and traveled on the sea bridge from Colaba to Navi Mumbai on INS Shikara in its inaugural journey. This bridge will allow senior citizens to travel from January 13. Atal Setu provides a new and important route between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, providing more convenience and convenience to the passengers.
This bridge will notably accelerate the development of South Mumbai and contribute in making the area self-reliant. Its inauguration will provide a new option for people traveling on the sea bridge, which will improve the people and business activities of the city. The inauguration of Atal Setu is another important step in the progress of India, which is considered towards the development of the country.
India’s longest sea bridge
Atal Setu is the longest sea bridge in India, its length is 21.8km. 16.5km of the bridge is on sea and 5.5km is on land, which when added will cover the two vast cities. Its construction cost approximately Rs 21,200 crore.
Improvement in connectivity and economic development The inauguration of Atal Setu is just the beginning of a bigger vision, which will revolutionize the connectivity of the region. Japanese infrastructure projects, such as Sewri-Worli elevated corridor, Eastern Freeway-Marine Drive tunnel, Chirle-Palaspe connection with Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and Navi Mumbai International Airport, will be completed, but Atal Setu’s full potential will be unlocked. These projects will be completed over the next five years and will connect the western and eastern fringes of Mumbai, creating a network of tunnels, flyovers and bridges that will help improve connectivity and spur economic growth. Impact on passengersAtal Setu will significantly reduce the travel time for passengers between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Currently, traveling between these two stations often results in traffic jams. When the Sea Bridge is inaugurated, passengers are expected to experience a light and commercial transit. And besides this, the bridge will also provide a shorter route to Navi Mumbai International Airport for passengers traveling by air. Third Mumbai: Vision of the futureThe completion of Atal Setu marks a major milestone in fulfilling the vision of “Teesra Mumbai”, a planned residential, commercial and commercial node spread over 334 square kilometres. This area has been separated from the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA), which has been unable to be identified in the past. The Teesra Mumbai project is of great importance for economic development and NAINA is expected to give a new lease of life to it. Darshan of future: Navi Mumbai International AirportAnother major development to improve the impact of Atal Setu is that of Navi Mumbai International Airport. Its business operations will begin in December and will spur growth, investment, create employment, and boost the general economy. Atal Setu will provide seamless connectivity to the passengers during their journey. Cost and Toll FeeThe construction of Atal Setu came with a huge cost, with an investment of approximately Rs 21,200 crore. To return a part of this investment, toll fees will be imposed on passengers. In the first year, the toll fee in one direction is Rs 250, while for the round trip it is Rs 375. These fees are subject to change in the coming years. Focus on women empowermentDuring the inauguration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated ‘Namo Mahila Shashaktikaran Abhiyaan’ to empower women in Maharashtra. The objective of this program is to provide skills training and industrial development to women, so that they can actively participate in the economic development of the state.
Nishkarsh:The inauguration of Atal Setu, India’s longest sea bridge, is a major step forward. This bridge will reduce travel time for commuters between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, and will also improve the connectivity and economic development of the region. Upon completion of other infrastructure projects, Atal Setu will form a solid network, comprising a network of tunnels, flyovers and bridges that will help in improving connectivity and driving economic development of the region. As India continues to invest in its infrastructure, bridges like Atal Setu serve as the cornerstone for progress and prosperity.
