Ferry service between Navi Mumbai and Gateway of India has been suspended

Maharashtra Ports Minister Dada Bhuse on Tuesday announced a ferry service between Belapur in Navi Mumbai and the Gateway of India in Mumbai to provide another transportation option for commuters. The ferry will cover the distance in an hour, he said. The lower deck of the ferry can accommodate 140 people, while 60 people can use the upper deck at the same time. The fare is Rs 250 per seat on the lower deck and Rs 350 per seat on the other deck. Fares are lower than what taxis charge for a road trip between Belapur and Colaba, where the Gateway of India is located. The service, launched on a trial basis, will go a long way in meeting the needs of people traveling to Mumbai for work and vice versa, the minister said. Commuter times and requirements will be reviewed from time to time, including rolling out the monthly passes as more people use the service, he said.