Maharashtra Government has announced plans for a new 376-kilometer expressway connecting Mumbai to Goa, set to revolutionise travel along the Konkan coast. Dubbed as 'Konkan Expressway', this six-lane, access-controlled highway promises to slash travel time between the two popular destinations from 12-13 hours to just 6 hours. The project also aims to reduce the Mumbai-Sindhudurg journey from 6 hours to 3 hours.

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has begun work on the detailed project report and is seeking environmental approvals. The ambitious project, estimated to cost ₹68,000 crore, will require the acquisition of 3,792 hectares of land, including 146 hectares of forest area.

With 14 planned interchanges, this new Maharashtra expressway will connect Panvel in Navi Mumbai to Sindhudurg, passing through Raigad and Ratnagiri. This green-field project is expected to significantly boost connectivity and economic development in Maharashtra's coastal region, offering commuters a faster and more comfortable journey along the picturesque Konkan coast.