Mumbai’s suburban railway network is set for a fleet upgrade, with 238 metro-like air-conditioned trains expected to be introduced from 2027 and the entire suburban fleet targeted for conversion by March 2030, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Thursday. Fadnavis said the Centre has approved the manufacture of new
Self-redevelopment of housing societies is gaining traction across Maharashtra, with the model increasingly being discussed by municipal corporations, Maharashtra Housing Self/Redevelopment Authority chairman and BJP MLA Pravin Darekar said on Tuesday. Darekar said the concept, which he introduced for middle-class housing societies through the Mumbai District Central Cooperative Bank (Mumbai
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has called on cities across BRICS nations to move beyond discussions and strengthen city-to-city partnerships to address shared urban challenges, including climate change, flooding, traffic congestion, pollution, water management and affordable housing. Speaking at the inaugural session of the two-day BRICS Friendship Cities Conclave
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Chief Raj Thackeray has raised concerns over the state government’s plans for the proposed ‘Third Mumbai’, alleging that local residents are being kept unaware of the development plans while their land is being acquired. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, Thackeray questioned whether people in
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide has said that more than 92% of Mumbai’s 2,000-km road network has already been converted into cement concrete roads as the civic body works to address potholes and improve road quality. Bhide, a 1995-batch IAS officer, took charge as the BMC’s 32nd municipal
Raheja Universal has adopted a cautious approach towards India’s booming housing market, with Managing Director and CEO Ashish Raheja warning that rising competition, aggressive redevelopment bids and the return of builder-funded subvention schemes could indicate early signs of excess in the real estate cycle. The developer has decided to stay
Mumbai’s next phase of urban transformation should prioritise integrated, sustainable and transit-oriented development rather than simply expanding its skyline, according to Hardik Pandit, Director of APICES Studio Pvt. Ltd. Speaking about the city’s evolution, Pandit said Mumbai’s growth has always been shaped by its ability to adapt to changing economic,
BJP MLC Pravin Darekar has appealed to Mumbai’s cooperative housing societies to consider self-redevelopment through the state government-backed Self Group Redevelopment Authority (SGRA) instead of opting for builder-led redevelopment projects. He said the model provides greater transparency, improved construction standards, increased carpet area benefits and financial support for residents. Darekar
Maharashtra Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Shivendrasinh Bhonsle has instructed officials to immediately begin repairs of roads affected by heavy rainfall in Palghar district. He also reviewed ongoing infrastructure projects and directed authorities to ensure quality construction, timely completion and public safety. According to PTI, Bhonsle, along with legislators and
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has directed officials to expedite the execution of key infrastructure, transport and sports projects across Thane, stressing the need for timely completion, quality construction and better coordination among government agencies. The review meeting, held at the Standing Committee Hall of the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC),
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