Adarsh Industrial Estate is a commercial-industrial complex located on Sahar Road in Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai – 400099, near the erstwhile Chakala cigarette factory landmark. It’s an established estate housing a mix of freight-forwarding, logistics, warehousing, and trading businesses — its proximity to Mumbai’s international airport and air cargo complex has made it a natural base for import-export and logistics companies over the years.
Key Points
- Located on Sahar Road, Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai – 400099, near the erstwhile cigarette factory landmark
- Roughly 2 km from Mumbai’s International Air Cargo Complex, making it a hub for freight forwarding, logistics, and warehousing firms
- Nearest metro station is Marol Naka (Metro Line 1), about a 4-minute walk away
- Sits within Andheri East’s larger business corridor — close to Chakala, SEEPZ, MIDC, and Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)
Location and Connectivity
Andheri East, and specifically Chakala where the estate sits, is one of Mumbai’s best-connected business corridors:
- Metro (Line 1): The Marol Naka metro station is a short walk from the estate; nearby stations on the same line include Chakala (J.B. Nagar) and Airport Road, giving direct east-west access from Versova to Ghatkopar.
- Upcoming Metro Line 3: Chakala is set to gain further connectivity once the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ (Metro Line 3) corridor is fully operational, adding a north-south link.
- Western Express Highway: A short distance away via Andheri-Kurla Road, providing fast road access across the western suburbs.
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Very close by — the estate’s location near the International Air Cargo Complex (about 2 km away) is a key reason logistics and freight companies cluster here.
- Andheri Railway Station: A major suburban rail junction (Western Line) is a short drive away, with metro interchange.
- Business hub access: Business hubs like MIDC, SEEPZ, Powai, and Bandra Kurla Complex are easily accessible from the area.
Business and Commercial Importance
Adarsh Industrial Estate’s location makes it particularly well suited to logistics, freight-forwarding, and export-import businesses — tenants include companies offering international and domestic freight forwarding, warehousing, and customs brokerage. This fits the broader character of Andheri East, where the concentration of offices, industrial estates, hotels, and airport-related activity is much stronger than in Andheri West. The area’s corporate concentration — anchored by nearby SEEPZ (an export-oriented economic zone for IT, electronics, and gems & jewellery exporters) and MIDC — has made Andheri East a major destination for logistics, trade, and business-service employment.
Nearby Infrastructure and Facilities
- International Air Cargo Complex: About 2 km away, a major draw for the estate’s logistics-focused tenants
- SEEPZ (Santacruz Electronics Export Processing Zone): A major nearby employment hub for IT, electronics, and export-oriented businesses
- MIDC Andheri: Adjacent industrial and business zone
- Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC): A leading business district, easily accessible from Chakala
- Hotels: A dense concentration of business hotels around Chakala and Andheri East, catering to corporate and airport travellers
- Banks and civic services: Local banks (HDFC, Axis) and a Chakala police station serve the area, along with a fire station on S.V. Road
Advantages of the Location
- Proximity to the international airport and air cargo complex — a major edge for logistics, freight, and trading businesses
- Strong metro connectivity via Marol Naka, Chakala, and Airport Road stations, with Metro Line 3 adding further reach
- Easy access to major business districts: SEEPZ, MIDC, Powai, and BKC
- Dense surrounding social and business infrastructure — hotels, banks, restaurants, and commercial complexes
- Well-served by the Western Express Highway for citywide road connectivity
Challenges or Limitations
- Airport-adjacent location can mean noise and traffic congestion, especially during peak flight hours
- As an established industrial estate, the building stock is more basic compared to newer Grade-A business parks in BKC or Powai
- Chakala/Andheri East roads can get heavily congested during peak hours given the density of offices, hotels, and airport traffic
- Metro Line 3’s full benefits are still emerging as the network build-out continues
- Limited large-format parking typical of older industrial estates
FAQ
Where exactly is Adarsh Industrial Estate located?
On Sahar Road, Chakala, Andheri East, Mumbai – 400099, near the erstwhile cigarette factory landmark.
What is the nearest metro station?
Marol Naka, on Metro Line 1 — about a 4-minute walk from the estate.
How far is the estate from the airport?
Very close — it’s often cited as roughly 2 km from Mumbai’s International Air Cargo Complex, making it convenient for import-export businesses.
What kind of businesses are typically found here?
Mainly freight forwarding, logistics, warehousing, and customs brokerage firms, alongside general trading companies.
Is Adarsh Industrial Estate close to SEEPZ and BKC?
Yes — both SEEPZ and Bandra Kurla Complex are easily accessible from the estate’s Chakala location.
Will Metro Line 3 improve connectivity here?
Yes, once the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ Metro Line 3 is fully operational, Chakala will gain an additional north-south metro link complementing the existing Line 1.