Greenfield Expressway Projects in Maharashtra (April 2025)
Maharashtra is advancing key greenfield expressway projects, aiming to improve connectivity, logistics, and economic growth, in line with national infrastructure goals.
JNPA Port (Pagote) to Chowk 6-Lane Greenfield Expressway
The Union Cabinet has approved a 6-lane, access-controlled greenfield expressway connecting JNPA Port (Pagote) to Chowk, spanning 29.219 km in Maharashtra.
- The project, developed under the Build, Operate, and Transfer (BOT) model, involves a total capital investment of ₹4,500.62 crore.
This expressway is a critical part of the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, focusing on:
- Enhancing connectivity between JNPA Port, the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, and key corridors like the Golden Quadrilateral (NH-48) and Mumbai–Pune Expressway.
- Easing congestion in heavily trafficked areas like Palaspe Phata, Kalamboli Junction, and Panvel, where daily traffic reaches about 1.8 lakh PCU/day.
It is designed to meet rising container traffic needs at JNPA, especially after the new airport becomes operational in 2025.
- The expressway will feature direct linkage from JNPA to NH-48 and NH-66, ensuring seamless logistics flow.
Key construction highlights include:
- Two tunnels through the Sahyadri range to bypass the ghat section, allowing for high-speed commercial vehicle movement.
- Expected to significantly reduce travel time and boost logistics efficiency between ports, airports, and highways.
This corridor will stimulate:
- New growth in the Mumbai–Pune region.
- Safer, faster freight and passenger transit.
- Regional prosperity through enhanced infrastructure access.
Nashik–Vadhvan Port Six-Lane Expressway (Feasibility Stage)
The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has initiated a feasibility study for a 103 km, six-lane expressway connecting Nashik to Vadhvan Port in Palghar district.
- The proposed project cost is around ₹18,000 crore, with feasibility expected to conclude by May 2025.
This planned expressway will feature:
- Two to three tunnels to efficiently cross hilly terrains, enhancing transit efficiency.
- Strategic importance in boosting port connectivity and logistics capabilities in northern Maharashtra.
Currently, the project remains in the feasibility phase, with the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and tendering stages to follow based on final approval.
Mumbai–Pune Expressway ‘Missing Link’ Project
Though not greenfield, the Mumbai–Pune Expressway Missing Link project is a major upgrade nearing completion, with 96% of work done and inauguration expected by September 2025.
- The project covers a 13 km stretch, including a 650-meter cable-stayed bridge and an 8.9 km tunnel.
Key benefits include:
- Reducing the travel distance by 5.7 km and allowing speeds up to 120 km/h.
- Drastically cutting commute times and improving road safety between Mumbai and Pune.
Summary Table
| Project Name | Type | Length | Status (April 2025) | Key Purpose/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JNPA Port–Chowk Greenfield Expressway | Greenfield | 29.2 km | Cabinet approved, BOT model | Port/airport connectivity, decongestion |
| Nashik–Vadhvan Port Expressway | Greenfield | 103 km | Feasibility study ongoing | Port connectivity, logistics enhancement |
| Mumbai–Pune Expressway ‘Missing Link’ | Brownfield | 13 km | 96% complete, Sep 2025 open | Faster Mumbai–Pune travel, safety upgrade |
Conclusion
Maharashtra is making rapid strides in expressway development, with the JNPA–Chowk Greenfield Expressway poised to transform port-airport connectivity and the Nashik–Vadhvan Port route set to improve logistics in northern Maharashtra.
- These projects align with India’s broader Gati Shakti infrastructure strategy and are expected to catalyze economic growth and regional development.
