There have been too many people singing the praises of the Bandra-Worli sea link in the past few days. As a Bandraite and one who lives close to the sealink, I am also able to see the downside to the sea link being opened. My evening walks at the Reclamation promenade used to be a very enjoyable, with one stretch of the flyover being blocked to the traffic. One could see group of old women enjoying the breeze while sitting down to chat right on the highway. It was a common thing to see children playing, skating and people walking their dogs. Occasional film shoots (Dhoom 2 had lot of scenes shot at this flyover) provided enough entertainment for the locals. Now this stretch of the highway has been opened for the traffic. The lovebirds who throng the promenade have lost their privacy and their space on the highway. Birds that used to fly around the sea link area have been considerably lessened in number.
Over the years, I shall probably have to go through more of the negative effects of the Bandra-Worli sea-link
But, on the plus side, the sea link at night is definitely worth a watch. Despite all the things that have been lost to the sea-link, I think that is one of the most beautiful structures ever to be erected, at least in Mumbai.(The last line is for Shiv Sena supporters not to hound me!!)
2 comments:
You took me right there to the spot!... May be i need another visit to enjoy the visual treat.
ur good in explaining things in such a way that we feel we r part of it, so expecting more from u not only the serious matters also funny things u come across as in ur daily life, happy moments, most memorable moments, like the family friends get togethers u enjoyed............. so on.........
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