Mumbai-Nashik Highway: New Saket Bridge Opens, Easing Traffic Congestion

• The new four-lane Saket creek bridge on the Mumbai-Nashik highway is set to open for traffic in one to two days.
• The 200-meter bridge completion will significantly reduce traffic burden, especially for residents of Majiwada, Kharegaon, Mumbra, and Bhiwandi.
• The old two-lane Saket bridge caused severe congestion, particularly during peak hours and monsoon due to potholes.
• Traffic from Thane towards Nashik, Mumbra, Navi Mumbai, and Bhiwandi will use the new bridge.
• Traffic from Nashik, Mumbra, Navi Mumbai, and Bhiwandi towards Thane will continue on the old bridge, streamlining flow.