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The proposed cable car project in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) has received in-principle approval from Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari. Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik shared the update following a meeting of state transport ministers in New Delhi. Sarnaik presented the proposal, emphasizing its potential to transform urban transportation in MMR and address challenges stemming from rapid urbanization and increasing pressure on public transport infrastructure.

The cable car system is planned to be implemented through a public-private partnership (PPP) model or joint financial collaboration between the central and state governments. Gadkari has directed V Umashankar, Secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, to conduct a survey and prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR).

The project is designed to alleviate pressure on the existing public transport network, which spans MMR areas from Palghar to Uran-Pen in Raigad district. The aerial cable car system is viewed as a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional transport modes, particularly in reducing travel time between suburbs and Mumbai Airport. Gadkari emphasized the need for an integrated transport system to address congestion and pollution challenges in the region.

Sarnaik noted that a comprehensive transport plan, incorporating the cable car system and other innovative solutions, will soon be presented for further consideration. The cable car project is expected to ease traffic congestion, reduce emissions, and provide commuters with a reliable alternative. Sarnaik expressed confidence in the project’s transformative impact, stating that it would revolutionize transportation in MMR and tackle critical challenges like traffic, pollution, and infrastructure gaps.