November 20, 2025: Nearly four months after the municipal commissioner met residents and morning walkers to understand on-ground concerns, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has officially floated a tender for a large-scale overhaul of Shivaji Park. The redevelopment aims to resolve long-standing maintenance gaps and deliver a comprehensive, visually cohesive upgrade to one of Mumbai’s most historic and widely used public spaces.
At the heart of the redesign is a stronger emphasis on pedestrian comfort, safety, and accessibility. Civic officials said the renewed layout will “combine functionality with aesthetics,” ensuring the maidan continues to support daily walkers, sports enthusiasts, and community groups who rely on the space.
A major component of the project is the repair and enhancement of the park’s periphery katta—a defining feature of Shivaji Park’s social landscape. Ageing mosaic chips will be removed, and the entire stretch will be structurally reinforced to create a consistent and more durable seating edge for visitors.
Cultural features across the maidan will also receive dedicated attention. All sculptures and murals are set for full restoration, including cleaning, repairs, and repainting. To further highlight the park’s heritage, aesthetic lighting will be added, improving visibility and enhancing the ambience during evening hours.
Seating upgrades form another key aspect of the plan. Existing benches will be repaired or repainted, while new benches will be added wherever necessary. The intention is to achieve uniformity in design, improve durability, and offer more comfortable options to the thousands who use the park daily.
A new marble fountain is also proposed inside the Smruthisthal memorial area, adding a serene visual element to the culturally significant zone.
With the tender now issued, the BMC’s initiative marks an important step toward modernising Shivaji Park while preserving its legacy as a treasured public space for generations of Mumbaikars.
