Khushi Sharma
Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra, is set to receive its first elevated forest walkway, offering visitors stunning and breathtaking views of the Arabian sea.
The 705 meters walkway connects the walkway’s entry and exit points will be situated at Siri Road, right behind Kamala Nehru Park, with the wooden deck merging harmoniously with the green landscape. This thoughtful design reflects a balance between urban development and environmental conservation.
Once completed, this will become an iconic tourist attraction, offering stunning views of Girgaum Chowpatty.
The tender for this project was awarded in 2021 for Rs 22 crore and civil works began in 2022 and it is expected to open in January 2025.
” One side of the trail overlooks a steep valley with a scenic seaside view, while the other side is adorned with lush flora, fauna, and unique trees,” said a BMC official.
The walkway is being built in Malabar Hill, and is inspired by Singapore’s popular elevated forest walkways. Made mainly of wood, with minimal concrete. The project is being developed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) as an eco-friendly initiative.
The walkway is designed to be environmentally conscious and blend in with the natural surroundings. It Offers the views of the Arabian Sea, Girgaon Chowpatty and it will also have a birdwatching zone and a glass-bottom viewing deck. It is designed to allow wildlife to move freely and to maintain the natural water flow on the hill.