MMRDA & KPMG Discuss Infrastructure Reforms & Risk Management Frameworks
Senior representatives from KPMG International recently met with Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), to deliberate on strengthening contract management practices for large-scale infrastructure projects across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The KPMG delegation was spearheaded by Lisa Kelvey, Global Head of Infrastructure and Transport at KPMG International, […]
How BMC’s Rs 8,477 Crore Water Push Plans To Shield Mumbai From Contamination?
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has unveiled its budget for 2025–26 with a strong thrust on infrastructure expansion and safeguarding Mumbai’s water supply network. At a time when water contamination concerns have surfaced in cities such as Indore and parts of Haryana, the civic body has prioritised investments aimed at ensuring safe and reliable water access […]
MMRDA Proposes Sixth Station On Partially Cleared Metro 2B Section
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is considering the addition of a sixth station along a partially cleared segment of Metro Line 2B to strengthen ridership and enhance neighbourhood access. The proposal emerged after a reassessment of projected passenger numbers and field evaluations revealed connectivity gaps affecting commuters on this stretch. According to officials, the […]
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Land Policy For ‘Third Mumbai’; Rs 22,672 Crore Eastern Waterfront Plan Announced
The Maharashtra Cabinet has cleared a new land acquisition and allotment policy to facilitate development of the proposed ‘Third Mumbai’ near the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), also known as Atal Setu, PTI reported. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that about 200 square kilometres of land has been transferred to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development […]
How Infrastructure Investment Has Reshaped Mumbai In Recent Years
January 12, 2026: Over the past ten years, Mumbai has undergone a wide-ranging transformation shaped by sustained investment in infrastructure, housing, and public services. Under Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the “Mumbai Transformation” vision sought to address long-standing urban challenges such as congestion, overburdened transport systems, and uneven development, while reinforcing the city’s role as India’s […]
With Dharavi Redevelopment As Template, Mumbai Pushes For Decade-Long Formal Housing Transition
January 9, 2026: Mumbai’s long-standing challenge of informal housing is poised to enter a decisive phase, as the state government unveils a time-bound strategy to transition the city towards formal, serviced housing over the next decade. Central to this vision is the Dharavi redevelopment, designed as a model for large-scale urban renewal that integrates housing, […]
Why Mumbai Continues To Be A Top Destination For Property Investment
January 9, 2026: Mumbai’s status as India’s financial capital and cultural epicentre continues to make it one of the most attractive real estate markets in the country. As the heart of business, entertainment and economic activity, the city draws people from across India in search of opportunity and long-term stability. With the population estimated to […]
Mumbai Metro Poised For Major Expansion, New Lines To Boost Connectivity Across Suburbs
January 5, 2026: Mumbai is on the cusp of a significant expansion of its metro network, with multiple new corridors and extensions slated to become operational over the next year. Following the launch of the Aqua Line between Aarey and Cuffe Parade in 2025, the city’s rapid transit system is steadily emerging as a strong […]
Adani Group Selected For Rs 1,700-Crore Third Phase Of Mithi River Revitalisation Project
November 28, 2025: The long-pending tender process for the third phase of the Mithi River Revitalisation Project has finally concluded, with a company from the Adani Group chosen to execute the Rs 1,700-crore works. This phase includes key components such as constructing a protective retaining wall, developing a service road between CST Road in Kurla […]
Meticulous Planning And Public Trust Drove Success Of Mumbai’s Underground Metro, Says MMRC MD Ashwini Bhide
November 28, 2025: Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Managing Director and Additional Chief Secretary to the Maharashtra Chief Minister, Ashwini Bhide, said on Thursday that mega infrastructure initiatives such as the Metro network and the Coastal Road are crucial to ensuring smooth and efficient transportation across Mumbai. Speaking at the late BG Deshmukh Memorial Lecture Series […]