‘Fix Lalbaug Flyover NOW!’ X User Calls For Action, Marking It A ‘Death Trap’ On The Eastern Express Highway | X (@drifteternal_)
Mumbai: A viral post on X has highlighted the concerns of commuters regarding the Lalbaug flyover, calling it as a “death trap.” The post, made on March 7 by a X user, appeals for help and draws attention to serious safety issues. It features pictures of the flyover showing significant patches and damages on the road.
The user emphasized the need for urgent action, stating, “Let’s make this viral and get it FIXED before lives are lost!” The Eastern Express Highway (EEH) in Mumbai begins at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and extends to Thane, with the Lalbaug flyover being a part of this route. In response to the post, the BMC commented, “We regret your inconvenience. We have informed WARD FS BMC to address this issue.”
The Eastern Express Highway is a very busy route, especially during peak hours, connecting South Mumbai to the eastern suburbs and Thane. Meanwhile, in the Lalbaug flyover, the patches are causing issues for commuters.
Check the Post on X by the User
The X user added in a post, “Lalbaug Flyover (Eastern Express Highway) is a DEATH TRAP! These dangerous patches make it prone to accidents, yet no action has been taken! We saw how quickly the Coastal Road issue was resolved within a week after public outrage (1.6M views & PMO intervention). Let’s make this go viral and get it FIXED before lives are lost!” He is urging for the Lalbaug flyover to be repaired immediately.
Check Comments on the Post by BMC and Other Users
BMC acknowledged the issue by stating,”We regret your inconvenience. We have informed WARD FS BMC to address this issue.”
Many users commented on the post, expressing their concern: “I hope this gets sorted out soon. I have been on this road, and it needs serious repairs.”
Another user mentioned that this isn’t new. “It has been present for over the years now, if not a decade. Sudden breaks and lane changes due to these patches make it extremely dangerous”.
A user pointed out that “they claim it as extra covering so no potholes come in near future, they are the worst people on this planet, they themselves are used to shit and want to give shit to people”.
One user highlighted the importance of social media, emphasizing that “Unless someone makes a video or takes a photo and uploads it on social media, they cannot see anything”.
