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IN PHOTOS: Mumbai's Matunga foot overbridge falls into disrepair, commuters flag safety risks

Updated On: 09 January, 2026 01:11 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

The foot overbridge connecting Bhau Daji Road to Matunga West near King’s Circle has deteriorated significantly, raising safety concerns among daily commuters. (PICS/ RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR)

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Heavily used by schoolchildren and senior citizens, the ageing structure now features uneven staircases, broken railings, damaged flooring and inconsistent width, making crossing risky. PIC/ RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR
Heavily used by schoolchildren and senior citizens, the ageing structure now features uneven staircases, broken railings, damaged flooring and inconsistent width, making crossing risky. PIC/ RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR
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Residents and commuters say repeated complaints have gone unaddressed

Residents and commuters say repeated complaints have gone unaddressed

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Debris, dried leaves and overgrown vegetation—especially on the Matunga East side—have further narrowed the walkway, making it slippery during the monsoon

Debris, dried leaves and overgrown vegetation—especially on the Matunga East side—have further narrowed the walkway, making it slippery during the monsoon

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The bridge, a key connector between Matunga East and West during the Z bridge construction, is split into two sections, with the narrower road-crossing extension in worse condition

The bridge, a key connector between Matunga East and West during the Z bridge construction, is split into two sections, with the narrower road-crossing extension in worse condition

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Railway officials said the bridge would be inspected, while BMC ward authorities confirmed a maintenance team would assess the structure

Railway officials said the bridge would be inspected, while BMC ward authorities confirmed a maintenance team would assess the structure

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The east staircase is broken, the railings are overrun by weeds, and the west landing and steps also need attention

The east staircase is broken, the railings are overrun by weeds, and the west landing and steps also need attention

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