Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) is entering a new phase of evolution, shifting its development focus from horizontal expansion to vertical construction and redevelopment, as available land within the district becomes increasingly scarce. According to Vikas Jain, CEO of Labdhi Lifestyle, this transition reflects both necessity and a broader global
Luxury housing demand in Mumbai is witnessing a clear shift, with affluent homebuyers increasingly favouring suburban micro-markets over traditional prime locations, according to Vishal Ratanghayra, Founder & CEO of Platinum Corp.. He observed that this transition reflects changing buyer priorities, where space, liveability and everyday convenience are taking precedence over
The growing volume of construction and demolition (C&D) waste in Mumbai has raised serious concerns, with MLA Amit Satam calling for immediate reforms in the city’s rubble management system. He has urged Mayor Ritu Tawde and Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide to introduce a comprehensive policy to tackle the issue. In
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide has urged officials to update Mumbai’s Development Plan to better reflect the needs of evolving economic sectors, including businesses driven by the gig economy and digital services. Speaking at a monthly review meeting with senior civic officials, Bhide stressed the importance of moving
The Dahisar River Rejuvenation Project in north Mumbai, valued at Rs 246 crore, is approaching completion following sustained efforts led by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. The initiative, which gained momentum after regular reviews since his election as a Lok Sabha MP in May 2024, aims to significantly improve water quality,
Mumbai’s large-scale road concretisation project is now scheduled for completion by May 2027, with civic authorities aiming to deliver a more durable and pothole-free road network across the city. The timeline has been revised multiple times, moving from earlier targets of 2025 and 2026 due to ongoing delays. During a
The long-delayed redevelopment of ageing LIC-owned buildings in South Mumbai has received a fresh push after Mangal Prabhat Lodha met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, raising concerns about tenant safety and project delays. The move has brought renewed hope to nearly 10,000 residents living in dilapidated structures.
Renowned environmentalist Rajendra Singh has raised serious concerns over the environmental consequences of India’s development model, warning that excessive focus on economic infrastructure is accelerating ecological damage. Speaking in Mumbai, the Magsaysay Award-winning activist said the imbalance between growth and conservation has led to rising droughts, floods, and the degradation
Mumbai’s civic administration is set to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools to enhance service delivery and accelerate key infrastructure works. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide on Friday, where officials outlined plans to streamline governance and fast-track pending projects. As
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has directed officials to commence construction of Phase 1 of the redevelopment of Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar by next week, warning that further delays will not be tolerated. During a site inspection, Tawde highlighted the heavy patient load at the hospital and stressed the urgency of
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