CM Fadnavis Clarifies MNLU Goregaon Campus Has All Clearances, ‘Land Not A Wetland’ Amid Activist Claims
November 06, 2025: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday dismissed concerns regarding the environmental status of the land allotted for the Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) campus in Goregaon’s Pahadi area, stating that “all requisite permissions” have been secured from competent authorities and the site “is not a wetland.” Fadnavis clarified the Project Initiation Ceremony […]
Maharashtra Partners With Elon Musk’s Starlink To Deliver Satellite Internet Under Digital Maharashtra Mission
November 06, 2025: In a landmark move to bridge the digital divide, the Maharashtra Government has announced a formal partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink Satellite Communications Pvt Ltd to provide satellite-based internet services across the state. With this initiative, Maharashtra becomes the first Indian state to collaborate with the U.S.-based satellite communications company, PTI reported. […]
Ashwini Bhide Highlights Last-Mile Connectivity As Key Focus For Mumbai Metro
November 05, 2025: At a session hosted by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IMC) on ‘Mumbai Metro: Transforming Connectivity and Commuting’, Ashwini Bhide, Managing Director of the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL), underscored the vital importance of last-mile connectivity in Mumbai’s evolving transport network. “Mumbai is the economic powerhouse of Maharashtra, and […]
CM Fadnavis Orders Fast-Tracking Of Mumbai’s Key Infrastructure Projects Amid Delays
November 05, 2025: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed officials and contractors to accelerate work on several of Mumbai’s major infrastructure projects, expressing concern over their sluggish progress. Chairing a high-level review meeting, Fadnavis emphasised the timely completion of the Thane–Borivali twin tunnel, Uttan–Virar Sea Link, and Orange Gate–Marine Drive urban tunnel, calling them […]
Uttan-Virar Sea Link Gets Cabinet Nod For Revised Design, Saving Over Rs 30,000 Crore
November 05, 2025: The Maharashtra Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has approved the revised design and cost structure of the ambitious Uttan-Virar Sea Link project. The redesigned plan, which reduces the number of lanes from eight to six and scales down the width of ramps and supporting structures, is expected […]
CM Fadnavis Declares BDD Chawl Redevelopment An Essential Project; Sets New Timelines For Key Infrastructure Works
November 04, 2025: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed that the redevelopment of BDD chawls be given the status of an “essential project” to expedite its progress. Chairing a review meeting on Monday to assess ongoing infrastructure projects across Mumbai, Thane, and Pune, the CM also laid down fresh deadlines for several major urban […]
MHADA Finalises Developer For Kamathipura Redevelopment, Awaits State Government Approval
October 31, 2025: In a major milestone for one of Mumbai’s most ambitious urban renewal efforts, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has selected AATK Constructions to execute the long-pending Kamathipura Redevelopment Project in South Central Mumbai. The project is spread across 34 acres, now awaits clearance from the state government’s High-Power Committee […]
Aaditya Thackeray Alleges Political Interference In Lokmanya Nagar Redevelopment Project
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 the will of the community […]
Ghatkopar Rehabilitation Work Begins Ahead Of Rs 26.6 Billion Eastern Freeway Expansion
October 24, 2025: The first phase of the rehabilitation project at Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar and Kamraj Nagar in Ghatkopar has begun, marking a key step toward the expansion of the upcoming Rs 26.6 billion Eastern Freeway between Ghatkopar and Thane. Six new rehabilitation buildings are currently under construction, while preparations are underway to clear […]
Third And Fourth Mumbai To Anchor Mahayuti’s MMR Development Push Ahead Of Local Body Polls
October 23, 2025: The Mahayuti government has intensified its focus on developing the “third” and “fourth” Mumbai as part of its larger Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) growth strategy. Following the inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International Airport, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans to develop a “fourth Mumbai” in Palghar district, complementing the “third Mumbai” […]