Attention Thanekars! Major Traffic Disruptions Ahead On Thane-Ghodbunder Road; Check Details | FPJ
Thane: The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), in coordination with the Traffic Department and MMRDA, has issued a traffic advisory for all commuters travelling along the Thane-Ghodbunder Road and Podbandar Road, due to major infrastructure work from May 17 to May 26, 2025.
From May 17 to 26, steel grid installation work will be carried out on the Kasarvadavali Bridge by J. Kumar Infraprojects Ltd. For public safety, all types of vehicles will be restricted from using the main road at Kasarvadavali Junction during this period. Additionally, micro-surfacing (resurfacing) of the road at Gaimukh Ghat will take place from May 18 to 20, between 12:00 AM and 5:00 PM, further affecting vehicle movement.
An official post shared by the Thane Municipal Corporation on X informed citizens about the closure of key roads in Thane due to ongoing infrastructure work. The update includes details on active construction zones, road closures, and the alternate routes being provided to manage traffic and ensure commuter safety.
Key Diversions & Closures:
Night Closures (11:55 PM to 4:00 AM daily) at Kasarvadavali Bus Stop from May 17 to 25.
Heavy Vehicle Restrictions:
From Mumbai/Thane to Podbandar: Closed at Y Junction; divert via Kharegaon Toll to Ajurphata.
From Kalwa to Ghodbunder: Entry closed at Kharegaon Toll Gate.
From Nashik to Ghodbunder: Entry closed at Mankoli Naka; use alternate via Ajurphata.
From Gujarat/Vasai to Ghodbunder: Entry closed at Chinchoti and Fountain Hotel; divert via Kaman and Markandi.
Commuters are strongly advised to use alternate routes, follow traffic police instructions, and plan their travel to avoid delays. This notification has been issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Pankaj Shirsat, under the Motor Vehicles Act. The aim is to ensure smooth, safe, and congestion-free traffic during ongoing infrastructure works.
