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Maharashtra's First Bullet Train Steel Bridge Is Now Over Nashik Highway: Good News for Bhiwandi

Sep 30 2026, 05:37 PM

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The bridge was launched during night traffic blocks. Sixteen of the 28 steel bridges planned along the corridor are complete.

The first steel bridge of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project in Maharashtra has been launched over NH-3, also known as the Nashik Highway. The bridge is at Dive-Anjur village in Bhiwandi city, Thane district. It is 100 metres long and weighs 1,405 metric tonnes. It was launched on September 28 during night traffic blocks to reduce disruption for motorists. The main details of the bridge are given below.

Crafting and Assembly

The bridge has been crafted in Trichy region, Tamil Nadu, located approximately 1,300 km away from the launch site. The fabricated components were transported to Maharashtra via trailers and assembled on temporary stands at a height of approximately 17.5 metres above the ground. The assembly process involved the use of 22 skid arrangements and 54,076 high-strength bolts.

The completed bridge was pulled into position by an automated system. It used two hollow jacks of 150 tonnes each and pre-tensioned bars.

Quality and Durability

• • Each batch of steel was tested with ultrasonic testing.
• • The welders and supervisors were certified by international welding experts.
• • The bridge has a C5 protective paint system and elastomeric bearings for durability and vibration control.

Use of Steel Bridges

Steel bridges are used on the bullet train corridor for longer crossings, such as highways, expressways, major rivers and railway lines. Of the 28 steel bridges planned, 16 have been completed.

Impact on Bhiwandi Commuters

• • The bridge crosses NH-3 (Nashik Highway) at Dive-Anjur village in Bhiwandi.
• • It was launched in night traffic blocks to reduce disruption for highway commuters.
• • Phase 1 of Metro Line 5 connects Thane to Bhiwandi over 12.20 km.
• • Its stations include Kasheli, Calher, Purna and Anjurphata.
• • The Thane-Bhiwandi section has a target opening around December 2026.

Bhiwandi Real Estate Impact

• • The bridge stands at Bhiwandi, on the Nashik Highway.
• • Bhiwandi is about 20 km northeast of Mumbai.
• • It is one of Asia's biggest warehousing hubs.
• • Anjur Phata railway station is nearby.
• • The Maharashtra corridor is 156 km long, with 135 km elevated.
• • Sixteen of 28 steel bridges are done.
• • Apartments cost ₹4,000 to ₹7,500 per sq ft (June 2026).
• • The registered average was about ₹4,300 per sq ft (Jul 2025 to Jun 2026).
• • Rates reflect existing trends, not any project effect.

Disclaimer: Rates come from market data and reflect existing price trends.

Conclusion

The launch is a milestone for the Maharashtra section of the bullet train corridor. Sixteen of 28 steel bridges are now complete, and Bhiwandi residents and homebuyers can follow the next launches.

Source: www.magicbricks.com

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