The long-delayed Kamathipura cluster redevelopment project in Mumbai is finally moving forward, with Minister of State for Housing Dr. Pankaj Rajesh Bhoyar confirming that the work order will be issued within a week. Construction is expected to begin within the next two months, marking a significant milestone for one of South Mumbai’s largest redevelopment initiatives.
The large-scale redevelopment will cover around 734 ageing buildings and benefit approximately 8,000 families, many of whom currently reside in structurally vulnerable conditions. As part of the plan, eligible residents will be provided with new homes measuring around 500 sq ft, offering a substantial improvement in living standards.
To fast-track execution, MHADA was appointed as the Special Planning Authority for the project through a government notification issued in July 2025. The tendering process began in June 2025, with contracts awarded in November to selected developers following due evaluation.
Mumbadevi MLA Amin Patel highlighted the significance of the development, stating, “It’s after 14 long years that the work order for the Kamathipura cluster redevelopment project will be issued this week. Eight thousand families will get houses over 500 sq ft. The project will be undertaken is several phases, but the first phase will be completed within three to four years. It will be a big relief for the poor families staying at Kamathipura who have been eagerly waiting for redevelopment. After years of delay, the redevelopment project has finally gotten back on track.”
The project has received regulatory approval under Development Control Regulation 33(9), which supports cluster redevelopment of old and dilapidated structures. Kamathipura, known for its dense population and ageing infrastructure, has long required urgent intervention.
Patel further emphasised the need for timely execution, stating, “There is an urgent need to accelerate the redevelopment process. A large number of buildings under the Prime Minister Grant Project (PMGP) are located in areas like Umar Khadi and Kamathipura. Residents are forced to live in dangerous conditions due to incidents such as roof collapses, water leakage, and structural deterioration.”
Source: The Free Press Journal
