Navi Mumbai Airport launches multimodal connectivity with new MSRTC bus routes
Navi Mumbai International Airport took a major step toward operational readiness by launching Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation bus services connecting the facility with Dadar, CSMT, Borivali, and Pune via the Atal Setu sea link. The connectivity push comes as the airport prepares for its winter schedule, with multiple transit modes — buses, taxis, autos, and app-based cabs — now available for the growing passenger base.
🏢 NMIA Adds MSRTC Bus Routes to Dadar, Borivali and Pune
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) introduced MSRTC bus services connecting the airport with Dadar, CSMT, Borivali, and Pune, dramatically expanding affordable transit options for passengers. The new routes utilise the Atal Setu sea bridge, cutting travel time significantly compared to alternative road routes. The launch is part of a broader multimodal connectivity strategy for NMIA as it approaches formal operations. Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation services are known for affordability and wide reach, making them particularly important for economy travellers and workers at the airport complex. The move follows criticism from commuter groups about last-mile connectivity at the new airport location, and the government's response with affordable state-run bus links has been broadly welcomed. Multiple entry and exit points are served, reducing the burden on private transport and taxis around the terminal. [2]
🏢 Dadar-NMIA ST Bus Services via Atal Setu Now Operational
Maharashtra's state transport buses connecting Dadar and the Navi Mumbai International Airport are now running via the Atal Setu sea bridge, with published fares, routes, and schedules available for commuters. The service represents a critical addition to public transit in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, linking the new airport directly to one of the city's most central hubs, Dadar. Travellers can now plan affordable bus-based journeys to and from the airport without relying entirely on taxis or ride-sharing apps. The Atal Setu crossing reduces the distance and time between South Mumbai and the new airport significantly. Officials indicated that timings are designed to cover early morning departures and late-night arrivals. The service launch aligns with NMIA's ambition to become a model for multi-modal urban aviation infrastructure in India. [7]
🏢 Samhi Hotels Subsidiary Gets MIDC Clearance for Navi Mumbai Hotel Project
Duet India Hotels (Navi Mumbai) Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Samhi Hotels, received a building commencement certificate from the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation for a commercial hotel project in Navi Mumbai. The certificate, issued by MIDC on October 9, 2026, covers development of a hotel on Plot Nos. D-236 and D-237 in the T.T.C. Industrial Area of Navi Mumbai. The building permit falls under Section 45 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, though commencement of construction remains subject to environmental clearances. Samhi Hotels disclosed the approval to BSE and NSE under SEBI listing regulations. The project reflects the growing commercial hospitality potential of Navi Mumbai's industrial belt, and the T.T.C. Industrial Area's proximity to airport and port infrastructure makes it strategically attractive for business travellers. [6]
🎉 Boiler India 2026 Draws 250 Exhibitors and 2,500 Delegates to Navi Mumbai
Boiler India 2026, an industrial safety and boiler technology conference, attracted 250 exhibitors and 2,500 delegates to Navi Mumbai, making it one of the city's largest industrial gatherings of the year. Maharashtra Labour Minister Akash Fundkar attended the event and called for safer industrial operations across the state. The conference served as a platform for manufacturers, safety regulators, and equipment vendors to showcase advances in boiler technology, pressure vessel standards, and workplace safety compliance. Navi Mumbai's role as an industrial hub made it a fitting venue for such a gathering, drawing participants from across Maharashtra and other states. The event highlighted ongoing concerns about industrial safety in densely managed industrial zones. Exhibitors included both domestic manufacturers and international suppliers of boiler equipment and safety systems. [3]
Sources: [2] ET TravelWorld · [7] Mid-Day · [6] scanx.trade · [3] Prittle Prattle News