October 31, 2025: In a major crackdown on non-compliant developers, the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has issued ‘stop work’ notices to 140 slum redevelopment projects across Mumbai for violations including rent arrears, failure to follow pollution-control norms, and non-transfer of project-affected flats. The SRA has stated that these orders will
October 31, 2025: In a major reform push, the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has adopted a series of technology-driven measures to accelerate long-delayed redevelopment projects and move closer to its goal of a slum-free Mumbai. Led by CEO Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar, the SRA’s new initiatives aim to boost transparency, reduce
October 31, 2025: In a move to strengthen commuter safety and emergency preparedness, the district disaster management authorities of Mumbai and Mumbai Suburban have directed all Metro and Monorail operators to submit detailed disaster management and emergency response plans. According to a release from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the
October 31, 2025: A controversy has erupted over the Lokmanya Nagar self-redevelopment project, with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray alleging that the initiative, chosen by residents themselves, was stalled following interference from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). Thackeray claims the project was halted due to local political pressures, undermining
October 31, 2025: Mumbai’s newly launched Aqua Line 3 Metro, a flagship infrastructure project worth Rs 37,270 crore, is already facing operational challenges as illegal hawkers have returned to areas surrounding key station entrances. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has intensified enforcement around busy locations, particularly Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
October 30, 2025: Even as Mumbai added 150 new electric buses this week, concerns over the city’s dwindling public transport network continue to rise. The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking’s fleet now stands at 2,759 buses — a 15-year low — prompting urban mobility experts and citizens’ groups
October 30, 2025: In response to criticism over its delayed action on enforcing air quality guidelines at construction sites, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced that ward-level squads are actively monitoring ongoing projects to ensure compliance with its 28-point environmental framework. Civic officials stated that the BMC has intensified
October 30, 2025: In a key move to advance the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), the Maharashtra government has appointed the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) and the DRP as the special planning authority (SPA) for the 42.51-acre Jamasp Salt Pan land in Mulund East and the 8.5-hectare Kurla Dairy land in
October 30, 2025: Despite Mumbai’s growing momentum in redevelopment projects, the city’s housing market is unlikely to face an oversupply, according to Birla Estates CEO KT Jithendran. Speaking at the company’s post-earnings investor call, he said redevelopment-led supply would enter the market gradually, without triggering a sharp change in property
October 30, 2025: Kamathipura’s long-delayed transformation is a step closer to reality, with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) receiving bids from two developers for the massive cluster redevelopment project. The initiative aims to completely reshape the skyline of the Mumbai Central area while providing modern housing and
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