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Worli
Varaḷī
Neighbourhood
Worli skyline as seen over the Bandra Worli Sea Link
Worli skyline as seen over the Bandra Worli Sea Link
Worli is located in Mumbai
Worli
Worli
Coordinates: 19°00′00″N 72°48′54″E / 19.00°N 72.815°E / 19.00; 72.815
CountryIndia
StateMaharashtra
DistrictMumbai City
CityMumbai
Government
 • TypeMunicipal Corporation
 • BodyBrihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
Demonym(s)Worlikar, Varaḷīkar
Languages
 • OfficialMarathi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
400018 and 400030
Area code022
Vehicle registrationMH 01
Civic agencyBMC
Bandra-Worli Sea Link, with Worli skyline

Worli (ISO: Varaḷī, [ʋəɾ(ə)ɭiː]) is a locality in central Mumbai, in Maharashtra, India. It is one of the four peninsulas of Mumbai, with the others being Colaba, Bandra, and Malabar Hill. The sea connects it with Vandre via the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Historic spellings include Warli, Worlee, Varli, and Varel.[1] Originally, Worli was a separate island—one of the Seven Islands of Bombay—which were ceded by the Portuguese to England in 1661; it was linked up with the other islands in the 19th century.

In the 1990s, a group of terrorists attacked a building in Worli as well as major buildings in the city.[2]

Geography and Location

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Worli is located along the western coastline of Mumbai, bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west, Lower Parel to the east, Prabhadevi to the north, and Haji Ali to the south. The neighbourhood enjoys a prime location and excellent connectivity via major roads and railway lines.

History

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Worli was originally a fishing village inhabited by the Koli community. During British rule, Worli underwent significant urbanisation and became an important part of Mumbai’s development. The construction of major infrastructure projects, including the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, further boosted its importance in the city's landscape. The Mumbai Police and BPT set up their quarters near Worli Seaface in the 1970s.

Notable Landmarks

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A landmark cable-stayed bridge that connects Worli to Bandra, reducing travel time and enhancing connectivity between South Mumbai and the western suburbs.[citation needed]

Worli Fort

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Built by the British in the 17th century, Worli Fort is an important historical monument that overlooks the Arabian Sea.[citation needed]

Transportation

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Worli is well-connected by various modes of transportation:

Roadways

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The area is accessible via key roads such as:

It will soon be connected by the Trans harbor Coastal road connector.[citation needed]

Railways

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The closest railway stations are Lower Parel and Mahalaxmi on the Western Line.

Metro

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Bus

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It is well connected by the BEST bus service and a depot near Worli Naka, called Worli Agar. [citation needed]

Education and Institutions

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Worli is home to several reputed educational institutions, including:

Politics

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In October 2019, Aaditya Thackeray contested the 2019 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly election from the Worli constituency and he is currently the MLA of Worli.[3]

Notable Peoples

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Famous Indian celebrities, as well as celebrity couples, reside in the Worli area of Mumbai:

See also

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References

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  1. ^ D'Cunha, Jose Gerson (1900). "IV The Portuguese Period". The Origins of Bombay (3 ed.). Bombay: Asian Educational Services. p. 265. ISBN 81-206-0815-1. Retrieved 4 January 2009. }: ISBN / Date incompatibility (help)
  2. ^ "'93 blasts: 3 more get death sentence - Times of India". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 17 October 2012. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
  3. ^ "Shiv Sena heir apparent Aaditya Thackeray makes winning debut in Worli". indiatvnews.com. 23 October 2019. Retrieved 24 October 2019.

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