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@article{184168,
        author = {Bhavesh Prakash Mulchandani and P. J. Wankhede},
        title = {A review study on live construction of Bus depot at Ulhasnagar (Mumbai)},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {4},
        pages = {360-368},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=184168},
        abstract = {The live construction study of the Ulhasnagar Bus Depot in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) offers a valuable lens into the evolving dynamics of urban transport infrastructure under Smart City and MoHUA frameworks. This observational project focuses on the real-time execution, stakeholder coordination, and technical integration involved in developing a functional and sustainable bus depot. Ulhasnagar, a rapidly urbanizing node in Thane district, has witnessed increasing demand for organized public transport, prompting the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC) and Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) to initiate depot development aligned with regional mobility goals.
The study involved multiple site visits during active construction phases, enabling firsthand documentation of civil works, layout sequencing, and quality control practices. Key components observed included excavation, foundation casting, drainage alignment, bus bay configuration, and installation of electric charging infrastructure. The study also assessed quality control mechanisms such as material testing, inspection protocols, and documentation practices. Technical recommendations emerging from this study include the adoption of phased commissioning strategies, predictive maintenance frameworks, and bilingual documentation for institutional clarity. The depot’s strategic location and design also present opportunities for multimodal integration with feeder services and last-mile connectivity enhancements.
In conclusion, the live construction study of the Ulhasnagar Bus Depot underscores the importance of aligning technical execution with policy mandates, stakeholder expectations, and urban mobility trends. It serves as a replicable model for similar infrastructure projects across Tier-II cities, advocating for data-driven planning, robust quality assurance, and inclusive design. The findings contribute to the broader discourse on sustainable transport infrastructure in India and reinforce the role of academic observation in bridging policy and practice.},
        keywords = {Live Construction Monitoring, Multimodal Connectivity, Infrastructure Sustainability, Stakeholder Coordination, Quality Control Practices},
        month = {September},
        }