Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday announced that infrastructure projects worth Rs 12.26 lakh crore are either under implementation or in the pipeline across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), as the state accelerates investments in transport, urban development and climate resilience.
Speaking during a discussion under Rule 293 in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Fadnavis said a comprehensive Rs 13,000-crore flood mitigation plan for Mumbai has been submitted to the Central government for approval. The proposal aims to address flooding at around 370 chronic waterlogging locations across the city and strengthen Mumbai’s resilience against extreme rainfall.
The Chief Minister also revealed that Mumbai is set to become the first city in India to develop a digital twin—a virtual model of the city that can support urban planning, infrastructure management and disaster response through real-time data analysis.
In addition, the state government is exploring the construction of underground parking facilities beneath major public open spaces to help tackle Mumbai’s parking shortage without affecting existing playgrounds and recreational areas.
Fadnavis said the government is implementing one of the country’s largest urban infrastructure programmes, with projects spanning road networks, metro corridors, coastal connectivity and flood management.
According to the Chief Minister, projects worth ₹6.15 lakh crore are currently at various stages of execution across the MMR. A further ₹6.12 lakh crore worth of infrastructure projects are expected to be launched over the next three years, significantly expanding the region’s transport and urban development network.
The large-scale infrastructure pipeline is expected to improve connectivity, reduce congestion, strengthen flood resilience and support the Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s long-term economic growth. The government believes these investments will play a key role in accommodating the region’s growing population while enhancing the quality of urban infrastructure and public services.
Source: The Indian Express
