Panvel-Karjat Railway Corridor is a suburban railway infrastructure project under the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP-III). It is designed to enhance railway connectivity between Panvel and Karjat in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The 29.6-kilometer corridor is being developed by the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC) and is expected to reduce travel time while easing congestion on existing railway routes.[1] The project is part of an effort to expand the Mumbai Suburban Railway network and improve commuter transport between Mumbai and its extended suburbs.[2][3]

Route and stations

The corridor spans 29.6 km, connecting Panvel to Karjat, and includes five stations: Panvel, Chikhale, Mohape, Chowk, and Karjat.[4][5]

Infrastructure

The project includes several key infrastructural components. It features three tunnels with a total length of 3,100 meters, including the Wavrely Tunnel, which spans 2.6 kilometers.[6] A total of 47 bridges are planned, with 35 completed as of late 2024, including six major and 29 minor bridges.[7] Additionally, four Road Over Bridges (ROBs) have been constructed at key locations such as Mohape and Kirawali.[8] The Pune Expressway Underpass is also near completion, with final touches underway.[9][10]

Project progress

As of October 2024, the project had reached 67% completion, with key milestones achieved. Land acquisition has been completed, securing 56.82 hectares of private land and 4.4 hectares of government land. Forest clearance for Stage I has been obtained, with Stage II clearance in advanced stages. Earthwork has progressed significantly, with over 2 million cubic meters of filling completed. The excavation of all three tunnels has been fully completed, with lining works underway.[11][12]

Impact and benefits

Once completed, the Panvel-Karjat corridor is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Karjat, cutting the journey duration by approximately 30 minutes compared to the existing route via Kalyan.[13][14] The improved connectivity will provide a direct suburban rail link between Mumbai and Karjat via Panvel, helping alleviate congestion and streamline passenger movement. The project is also expected to boost economic growth by fostering urban development, increasing property values, and attracting new investments in the surrounding areas.[15][16]

Future outlook

The railway corridor is expected to be fully operational by December 2025, integrating into Mumbai's rapidly expanding suburban railway network.[17] Upon completion, it is anticipated to enhance regional transport efficiency and serve as a critical link for daily commuters in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.[18][19]

See also

References

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  2. ^ "Panvel-Karjat Railway Corridor Achieves 67% Completion". Retrieved 10 March 2025.
  3. ^ "Panvel-Karjat Railway Corridor: 67% Work Done, Completion by December 2025". Mumbai Live. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  4. ^ "Panvel-Karjat Corridor: 5 New Stations To Benefit Thane-Kalyan Commuters". Mumbai Live. 2023-09-15. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  5. ^ "Changing City: Panvel-Karjat New Suburban Railway Corridor 67% Complete". Retrieved 10 March 2025.
  6. ^ "At 2.6km, Mumbai suburban railways longest tunnel complete on Panvel-Karjat line". The Times of India. 2024-06-07. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  7. ^ ruchita (2024-02-28). "All You Need to Know About Panvel Karjat Rail Corridor". Marathon Group. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  8. ^ "Breakthrough achieved of longest tunnel on Panvel-Karjat suburban rail line: MRVC". The Economic Times. 2024-06-07. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  9. ^ "CR fifth rail corridor on fast track, will be complete in a year". Retrieved 10 March 2025.
  10. ^ "Panvel-Karjat Suburban Railway Corridor Project picks up pace". www.constructionworld.in. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  11. ^ "First train enters new Panvel-Karjat suburban corridor, marking key milestone". Retrieved 10 March 2025.
  12. ^ "Railway board member inspects ongoing Panvel-Karjat rail corridor project". The Times of India. 2023-12-03. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  13. ^ Ashraf, Zainab (2024-12-01). "Mumbai Rail Network Expands: Panvel-Karjat Corridor To Cut Travel Time By 30 Minutes". www.oneindia.com. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  14. ^ "CSMT To Karjat In Just 30 Minutes Soon; Here's How". Times Now. 2023-12-04. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  15. ^ "New Panvel-Karjat railway line set to ease commuting in Mumbai". www.constructionworld.in. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  16. ^ Punepulse (2025-01-02). "Navi Mumbai Major Transformative Infrastructure Projects to Complete in 2025 - PUNE PULSE". Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  17. ^ "First train enters Panvel-Karjat suburban corridor, marking major progress". Mid-day. 2025-03-15. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  18. ^ "Mumbai local train updates: Central Railway sets tentative timetable for services on new Panvel-Karjat corridor". Mid-day. 2025-02-27. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
  19. ^ "Mumbai 2025: Faster, Smarter, Greener! A Glimpse at city's upcoming landmark infrastructure projects". Financialexpress. 2025-01-01. Retrieved 2025-03-16.
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