MRVC successfully carried out the launching of five massive “I”-type girders for Road Over Bridge (ROB) 89/1 near Chowk station (KM 89/1) in the early hours today, between 00:12 hrs and 02:59 hrs. | File Pic
Mumbai: In a significant milestone towards the timely completion of the Panvel–Karjat suburban corridor, MRVC successfully carried out the launching of five massive “I”-type girders for Road Over Bridge (ROB) 89/1 near Chowk station (KM 89/1) in the early hours today, between 00:12 hrs and 02:59 hrs.
Each of the five girders measures 48.3 meters in length and 2.5 meters in depth, with an individual weight of approximately 80 metric tonnes. The total weight of the launched girders ranges between 370 to 400 metric tonnes, making it one of the largest spans in the Panvel–Karjat section.
This ROB will serve as a crucial connector between the Old Mumbai–Pune National Highway and Morbe village, including access to the vital Morbe Dam — a key source of drinking water for Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. The structure spans above the Panvel–Karjat suburban railway corridor and represents a major step toward achieving the project’s targeted commissioning by December 2025.
The launching was carried out using a 700 MT capacity crane. Adequate backup arrangements were made with a standby crane, three hydra cranes (feranha), and a Poclain machine. Around 70 workers, along with engineers from MRVC, the General Consultant (GC), and the contractor, were present to ensure smooth and safe execution of the operation. A medical van was also kept on standby as a safety measure for medical emergencies, if any.
This achievement marks yet another significant stride by MRVC and its team towards the realization of enhanced suburban connectivity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
