A new expressway connecting Mumbai and Pune is expected to begin construction soon, possibly in April, in a move aimed at easing traffic congestion between the two major cities of Maharashtra. The upcoming project will provide an alternative route for commuters and is expected to significantly improve regional connectivity while
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has introduced a new rule requiring independent geotechnical and foundation experts to examine the foundation systems of super-tall buildings in Mumbai. The regulation, approved earlier this year by the civic body’s High-Rise Committee (HRC), makes it mandatory for projects taller than 180 metres to obtain
Large-scale cluster redevelopment projects will play a vital role in expanding affordable housing in Mumbai, according to Sanjeev Jaiswal, Vice President and CEO of the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA). He said the agency is now focusing on redeveloping large housing layouts across the city, a strategy that
Traffic authorities in Mumbai have issued a safety alert for commuters after a hazardous mixture of oil and sewage residue spilled onto a key road near the Bhandup Pumping Station junction in the eastern suburbs. The spill created extremely slippery conditions on the roadway, prompting officials to warn motorists and
The Maharashtra Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has granted in-principle approval for the proposed Neral–Shirur highway, a project aimed at reducing congestion on the busy Mumbai–Pune Expressway. The new route is expected to offer an alternative travel corridor for vehicles moving between different regions of
Residents and civic activists from Mumbai’s eastern suburbs have called on authorities to open the first operational stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 2B without further delay, arguing that the corridor has already received the necessary safety approvals and is ready to serve commuters. They believe that beginning services on the
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday commenced the process of lowering parts of a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) into the launching shaft for the twin tunnels under Phase 3-B of the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) project. BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani visited the site in Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari and observed
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is planning to redevelop four defunct toll plazas across the city into landmark entry points featuring clock towers, commercial spaces and entertainment zones. The initiative aims to transform the unused land parcels into vibrant transit and leisure hubs for residents and visitors entering Mumbai. On
Residents of Bandra have approached authorities seeking action against encroachments along the Carter Road promenade, urging the removal of structures and stalls that they say are restricting public access to the popular seaside walkway. Locals have requested the intervention of the Mumbai Maritime Board and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to
Across Maharashtra, many ageing residential buildings are being considered for redevelopment as housing societies seek to address structural deterioration and upgrade amenities. However, redevelopment is governed by a structured legal framework designed to ensure transparency and safeguard the interests of residents. As per government guidelines issued on January 3, 2009,
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