Center The government is going to make such arrangements for the people of Mumbai, so that in future the people of Mumbai will get rid of the traffic jam on the way to the airport. Yes, water taxi service will soon start in Mumbai, after which the people of Mumbai will not have to get stuck in traffic jams to go to Navi Mumbai Airport. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said that with the proposed water taxi service, people will be able to reach the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport from anywhere in Mumbai in just 17 minutes. This will not only take less time to reach the airport, but will also eliminate traffic hassles.
Nitin Gadkari was addressing BJP's election rally in Thane.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari was addressing an election rally in Thane, Maharashtra on Sunday night, where he said this. He informed about the schemes launched by the government aimed at improving connectivity and reducing traffic congestion in Mumbai and Thane.
Navi Mumbai International Airport may start in March 2025
Let us tell you that votes will be cast for the assembly elections in Maharashtra on 20th November. The work of the international airport being built in Navi Mumbai is in its final stages and its operation is expected to start in March 2025. The Union Minister said that once the proposed water taxi service is launched, it will take only 17 minutes for passengers to reach Navi Mumbai International Airport from any part of Mumbai. The minister said that a 'jetty' has already been constructed near the airport to support this initiative.
Traffic will reduce after the opening of New Delhi-Mumbai Expressway.
He said, “By using the vast sea routes around Mumbai and Thane, we can reduce traffic congestion and air pollution to a great extent.” On the traffic problems in Mumbai and Pune, Gadkari said the New Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. Mentioned. He said that once it starts completely, the route of external traffic will change and congestion in metropolitan areas will be reduced.
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