India, May 22 -- Envisioned in the 1967 Development Plan, the Madh-Versova bridge is finally on the verge of becoming a reality. Currently being surveyed by the Forest Department and awaiting its NOC, the BMC will then approach the Bombay High Court for its nod, and hopes to begin construction by October.

With a length 2.06 km, the bridge will span the Versova creek between the Versova and Madh jetties. Currently, the quickest way to cross the creek is by boat, taking under 5 minutes and costing Rs.10-15, more if there's a bike involved. But this route is not an option for four-wheelers or during the monsoon, when boats can't ply. The alternative is a 22-km, 90-minute-long drive by road through JP Road, Link Road and Mith Chowky.

The Ma...