Colaba to Navi Mumbai Airport in 40 minutes? Govt to lauch water taxi services

After CM Devendra Fadnavis’ emphasis on developing seamless, multi-modal transport connectivity to the new airport in Navi Mumbai, the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) and the Maharashtra ports department discussed plans to start water taxis from the yet to be developed Radio club in Colaba to the Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Previously, those travelling from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai would use the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) which takes approximately 60 to 75 minutes depending on the traffic. Post the establishment of the water taxi services, travellers can expect their travelling time to reduce by nearly half, saving fuel and reducing traffic.

A jetty will be constructed close to the airport by the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) which falls under the ports department.

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Vijay Singhal, CIDCO’s managing director presented the proposal to Ports Minister Nitesh Rane. “The water taxi service will not only enhance connectivity between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai but also save travel time and fuel,” Rane said. A formal proposal for construction will be proposed soon.