Decks cleared for Lagoon Road-Malad West bridge project

The residents of Malad Malvani are relieved that the long-standing traffic issue in the area will finally be addressed. The bridge's construction has been a persistent endeavour of the locals for over a decade. Additionally, the bridge connecting Dharivale village in the Marve area of Malad West will also be widened. The MCZMA has already granted permission for the widening of the narrow stretch to 27 meters, which is currently hampering the smooth movement of vehicular traffic. This project will require the felling of 93 mangroves, and compensatory afforestation will be carried out in the Palghar area to mitigate the ecological loss.