Mumbai’s British era Sion Railway Overbridge to be demolished? Why had IIT Bombay called it unsafe? Know key details

A meeting involving representatives from the Central Railway (CR) and the state government, anticipated to address the potential demolition of the British era Sion Railway Overbridge (ROB), is likely to be held next week, The Indian Express reported. The demolition proceedings were temporarily suspended following intervention by MP Rahul Shewale, who advocated on behalf of concerned local residents citing traffic-related apprehensions.

Why was this meeting postponed earlier?

Last month, Shewale, a minister associated with the Shinde Sena, addressed the matter with CR officials, stressing the importance of prioritising community engagement in light of potential traffic disruptions. Despite CR having obtained all necessary traffic clearances and permissions for the demolition, the process was subsequently halted pending a meeting among the authorities.