Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Route Map & Status
A proposed ~10 km transit corridor bridging Kasarvadavali (Thane) and Kharbav (Bhiwandi) across the Ulhas River. A major link for industrial logistics and suburban passenger bypasses.
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Latest Update
MMRDA is finalizing the Detailed Project Report for the alignment. Geotechnical investigations for the Ulhas River bridge piers are being organized to determine the rock stratum depth.
Local coordination committees are reviewing the land requirements near the Kasarvadavali landing point. Clearance requests for coastal zone regulations (CRZ) are expected to be compiled shortly.
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Route Map & Alignment
The proposed road alignment begins near Kasarvadavali on Ghodbunder Road (Thane West), heads northward, crosses the Ulhas River/Creek, and connects to the Kharbav corridor in Bhiwandi.
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Route Map
Advertisement // Sponsor
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Key Facts
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Timeline
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2023 | MMRDA approves proposal for Thane-Bhiwandi direct corridor options |
| 2025 | Alignment option R1 selected for detailed engineering assessment |
| 2026 | DPR and geotechnical investigations ongoing for creek crossing |
Why Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Matters
Proposed Thane–Bhiwandi Link
The proposed corridor bypasses congested city roads, saving commuters and logistics trucks significant travel time.
Proposed Connect to Kharbav Hub
Designed to provide direct arterial roadway access to Bhiwandi's massive warehouse and logistics parks.
Slashes Transit Times
Projected to cut travel times from Kasarvadavali to Kharbav from an estimated 45 minutes down to under 15 minutes.
Spurs Local Development
Projected to unlock residential and commercial potential along the Ulhas River northern banks.
Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 Status & Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Kasarvadavali to Kharbav Alignment R1 |
| Proposed Length | Estimated ~10 km |
| Implementing Agency | MMRDA |
| Proposed Phase | DPR & Feasibility Stage |
| Proposed South Terminal | Kasarvadavali, Thane |
| Proposed North Terminal | Kharbav, Bhiwandi |
| Water Body Crossed | Ulhas River / Creek (Proposed) |
| Estimated Completion | Early 2030s (projected) |
| Connection South | Ghodbunder Road / Thane Metro Line 4 |
| Connection North | Virar–Alibaug Multimodal Corridor |
Enjoy tracking infrastructure projects?
Get monthly updates whenever major Indian infrastructure projects move forward.