The Maharashtra government has reaffirmed its commitment to expediting housing, slum rehabilitation and redevelopment projects across the state, with Housing Minister Shambhuraj Desai announcing a series of measures in the Legislative Assembly to address long-pending issues and improve project execution. Responding to a discussion under Rule 293, Desai said the
The Maharashtra government has assured the Legislative Assembly that it will positively examine all proposals and demands raised by members concerning urban development initiatives, infrastructure projects, recruitment matters, and pending approvals under planning regulations. Minister of State for Urban Development Madhuri Misal informed the House that the state remains committed
The Mumbai-Pune Connecting Link has been planned as a long-term infrastructure project aimed at strengthening connectivity between two of Maharashtra’s most important cities while addressing growing traffic and mobility challenges. According to Dr Anilkumar Gaikwad, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), the project
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Housing Minister Eknath Shinde has directed developers to complete housing and redevelopment projects within three years, warning that firms failing to meet deadlines or maintain construction quality may not be considered for future government projects. Shinde announced while handing over keys to beneficiaries of a
Redevelopment has emerged as a key driver of Mumbai’s urban transformation, with ageing residential buildings making way for modern high-rises offering larger homes and improved amenities. While the trend promises significant benefits for homeowners, developers and civic authorities, experts believe stronger planning and safeguards are needed to ensure projects remain
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project is expected to significantly improve connectivity and drive economic growth in Palghar district, with commuters likely to travel from Boisar to Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) in just 30 minutes. During a visit to Palghar on Sunday, Fadnavis inspected
The Mumbai-Vadodara stretch of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is expected to become operational by August 31, 2026, reducing travel time between the two cities from around eight hours to nearly four hours, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said. The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, a 1,400-km, eight-lane, access-controlled corridor, is among India’s largest
A Mumbai-based actor has gone viral on social media after sharing a video highlighting the challenges he faced in his high-rise residential building during the city’s monsoon rains. The clip has reignited discussions around the reliability of infrastructure in premium residential complexes despite their high rental costs. Actor Mohit Hiranandani
Western Railway General Manager Ramashray Pandey has said that the Mumbai–Delhi rail corridor upgrade for 160 kmph operations is nearing completion, with passengers expected to benefit from a 12-hour journey between the two cities by early 2027. Speaking in an interview, Pandey also outlined plans to expand railway terminals in
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray has criticised the BJP-led government following widespread waterlogging across Mumbai after intense rainfall, accusing the administration of neglecting urban infrastructure and long-term flood management measures. His comments came as heavy overnight showers inundated several parts of Mumbai and neighbouring regions, disrupting traffic, affecting daily
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