Work progresses steadily on the 11.8 km tunnel under Sanjay Gandhi National Park, promising faster travel and stronger real estate demand in Thane.
The Thane–Borivali Twin Tunnel Project is one of the most ambitious infrastructure works currently underway in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Designed to run 11.8 km beneath Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the twin tunnels will connect Ghodbunder Road in Thane with Borivali on the Western Express Highway, revolutionizing how commuters travel between these two bustling corridors.
Timeline & Current Progress
The project received full approvals in 2023, with a sanctioned cost of nearly ₹16,600 crore. Construction officially kicked off in mid-2023, and the expected completion is around 2028. Tunnel boring machines are being assembled, with initial excavation activity already underway.
Though progress on such mega-projects may appear gradual in the initial phases, steady milestones are being achieved. Once tunneling advances, the pace will significantly pick up, bringing the project closer to its ambitious timeline.
Travel-Time Advantage
Today, traveling from Thane to Borivali via Ghodbunder Road can take 90 minutes or more, depending on traffic. The twin tunnel will cut this down to just 15 minutes. This drastic reduction will not only ease daily commuting but will also integrate Thane more deeply with western suburbs, boosting Thane’s appeal as a residential and commercial hub.
Impact on Real Estate
For Thane’s real estate market, this project is nothing short of a game changer. Improved connectivity to Borivali and the western suburbs will:
- Drive demand in localities like Ghodbunder Road, Pokhran Road, Manpada, and Majiwada, where homebuyers are already anticipating long-term appreciation.
- Increase property values as better connectivity typically adds a premium to real estate pricing.
- Enhance rental demand from professionals who prefer Thane’s lifestyle benefits but need faster access to western Mumbai.
Many investors and homebuyers see this as the right time to enter the Thane market, before the tunnel’s full impact is priced into property values.
What Lies Ahead
The twin tunnel is expected to be fully operational by 2028. Once completed, it will stand as one of India’s longest and most technologically advanced urban tunnels. More importantly, it will mark yet another step in Thane’s transformation from a suburban township into a prime real estate and lifestyle destination in MMR.
About the Author
Arosh John is the Founder & Editor of Thane Real Estate News and a MahaRERA-registered real estate consultant with over a decade of expertise in the Thane property market. As a Resale & NRI Transaction Expert, he brings ground-level insights and data-backed analysis to help buyers and investors make informed decisions.
Disclaimer
This article is based on verified project updates and independent market insights. It is intended purely for informational purposes and should not be considered as investment advice. Thane Real Estate News maintains editorial independence and is not affiliated with any developer or government authority.
