The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has moved forward with a preliminary proposal for the large-scale cluster redevelopment of Umarkhadi in South Mumbai, a project that could transform a 6.23-acre stretch comprising 81 ageing buildings into a modern residential precinct. The redevelopment initiative is being undertaken by MHADA’s
A major redevelopment push along Bandra’s waterfront is beginning to reshape the area’s real estate landscape, with industry estimates indicating that over 140 acres could be transformed into a high-end residential and mixed-use district over the next decade. Popularly referred to by industry stakeholders as “Bandra Bay”, the emerging corridor
The development of the upcoming Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra’s Palghar district has achieved a major milestone, with Afcons Infrastructure securing a Rs 5,301-crore contract to construct a 10.14-kilometre-long breakwater for the ambitious greenfield port project. Once completed, the structure is expected to become the world’s second-longest breakwater and will play
A long-neglected mortuary at St. George Hospital in South Mumbai has been transformed into a state-of-the-art post-mortem centre through a citizen-driven initiative supported by local elected representatives. The upgraded facility, which is now fully operational, features modern infrastructure, a 24-body cold storage system and a dedicated viewing gallery for medical
In a major infrastructure upgrade aimed at easing commuter pressure, a new foot overbridge (FOB) has been opened at Mulund railway station on Mumbai’s Central Railway line. The facility, constructed by the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC), is expected to significantly improve passenger movement, reduce congestion on existing bridges and
The Maharashtra government is preparing to cancel the existing tender for the proposed new Bombay High Court complex in Bandra East after prolonged delays in finalising the project’s architectural design. The Rs 4,217-crore project has remained stalled despite the opening of bids nearly seven months ago, with the High Court’s
As infrastructure development reshapes Navi Mumbai’s growth map, Dhansar is increasingly drawing attention from both homebuyers and investors. Once considered a peripheral location, the micro-market is now benefiting from improved connectivity, expanding residential options and growing interest from end-users seeking long-term value. Over the past few years, the dynamics of
Following progress on the proposed cluster redevelopment of Kamathipura, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (Mhada) is now preparing plans for another major urban renewal project in South Mumbai, this time targeting the Umerkhadi locality in Dongri. According to a draft redevelopment proposal currently under consideration, the project will
A section of an infrastructure project in Bandra East has drawn official scrutiny after a case was registered against a crane operator, following allegations that a heavy vehicle obstructed a carriageway close to completion and readying for public use. The incident led to the filing of a First Information Report
With the monsoon approaching, Mumbai commuters are set to face extended congestion as three key infrastructure projects—the Vidyavihar Railway Overbridge (ROB), the Sion East-West Connector, and the Mahalaxmi East-West Connector—have once again missed their scheduled completion timelines. The repeated delays are expected to intensify pressure on already overburdened traffic corridors
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