Maharashtra Sets Up State-Level Panel To Clear Encroachments from Mumbai And State Heritage Sites
December 22, 2025: The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved the formation of a state-level committee to tackle encroachments and unauthorised constructions at heritage sites across Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, marking a significant step towards strengthening conservation efforts. The committee will be headed by the state’s Cultural Affairs Minister and will include ministers and senior […]
BMC And Archaeology Department To Restore 13th-Century Mahim Fort To Its Former Glory
October 10, 2025: Mumbai’s 13th-century Mahim Fort is set to undergo a major restoration and beautification drive, jointly undertaken by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the Archaeology Department. The project follows the removal of long-standing encroachments that had obscured the historic site for decades. “The conservation and beautification of the entire Mahim Fort area […]
SBUT Marks World Environment Day With Visionary Green Redevelopment Of Bhendi Bazaar
June 10, 2025: In celebration of World Environment Day, the Saifee Burhani Upliftment Trust (SBUT) showcased Bhendi Bazaar as a pioneering model of sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban living. Under the Saifee Burhani Upliftment Project, SBUT is not merely rebuilding infrastructure but thoughtfully integrating environmental consciousness and cultural heritage into its design. Spanning 16.5 acres […]