Traffic on Mumbai's Coastal Road Surges to 63,000 Vehicles Daily in Two Years
63,000 Vehicles A Day: In 2 Years, Traffic Jumps Sevenfold On Mumbai's Coastal Road
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Mumbai's Coastal Road-South corridor has experienced a remarkable surge in traffic, increasing from 8,787 vehicles per day at its opening in March 2024 to 63,003 by March 2026. This sevenfold increase highlights significant changes in commuting patterns, though concerns remain about accessibility for public transport users.
- 01Traffic on Mumbai's Coastal Road increased from 8,787 to 63,003 vehicles daily within two years.
- 02The road, costing ₹13,893 crore (approximately $1.68 billion USD), significantly reduced travel time between Marine Drive and Worli.
- 03Full operational status was achieved in August 2025, contributing to traffic growth.
- 04Urban planners emphasize the need for improved public transport options to benefit all commuters.
- 05Residents report changes in traffic patterns, with some areas experiencing increased congestion.
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Since its inauguration in March 2024, Mumbai’s Coastal Road-South corridor has seen a dramatic rise in traffic, with daily vehicle counts soaring from 8,787 to 63,003 by March 2026. This sevenfold increase is attributed to the road's full operational status achieved in August 2025, which allowed for round-the-clock access. The Dharamveer Swaraj Rakshak Chhatrapati Shambaji Mumbai Coastal Road, built at a cost of ₹13,893 crore (approximately $1.68 billion USD), has drastically reduced travel time between Marine Drive and Worli from 30-40 minutes to under 10 minutes. However, urban planning experts caution that the benefits are primarily enjoyed by car owners, highlighting the urgent need for additional public transport services, such as BEST buses, to accommodate common commuters. Residents have noted a shift in traffic patterns, with some areas experiencing increased congestion as routine users replace initial
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The increase in traffic on the Coastal Road has improved connectivity in South Mumbai but has raised concerns about public transport accessibility for daily commuters.
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