MMRDA to refurbish footpaths & streets in BKC's G-Block

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has initiated Rs 32.23 crore work that includes improving eight junctions and in-between streets at G-Block of Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) to have enhanced facilities like protected cycle track, clutter-free pedestrian realm, etc. The project aims to improve user experience and mobility within BKC. According to the MMRDA, the footpath and street improvement project will be achieved through rationalization of space allocation for motorists, pedestrians and bicyclist, along with the strategic provision of street furniture including seating arrangement, installation of dustbins, bollards, signage among others.

Once ready, it will provide a pragmatic and holistic solution encompassing the needs of all road users along with utilizing innovative experiential urban design, art, and place-making tools to create an efficient, interesting, and interactive urban space, explained an MMRDA official. The project has been divided into two phases. In the first phase, developing four junctions and in between street work will be undertaken. It will cost Rs 18.11 crore.