Mumbai’s Vertical Growth Outpaces Planning And Infrastructure Capacity

December 29, 2025: Mumbai’s skyline is soaring at an unprecedented pace, but urban planners warn that this vertical expansion is unfolding without the checks needed to ensure liveability, cohesion and long-term functionality. Across the city, high-rise towers are rising with little regard for neighbourhood context, infrastructure readiness or visual harmony. Unlike many global cities that […]
BMC Plans New Policy to Promote Iconic Building Projects in Mumbai

June 26, 2025: Aiming to promote world-class architectural standards, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed a new policy to facilitate the development of “iconic buildings” in Mumbai. On Tuesday, the civic authority issued a notification inviting public suggestions and objections to amend the Development Control and Promotion Regulation (DCPR) 2034 by introducing Regulation 33(27). […]
Mumbai To Get Iconic Buildings Under New Government Policy

Mumbai, which is known for its colonial-era architecture, is expected to see the construction of more unique structures as a result of the implementation of a specific government policy that encourages the promotion of famous buildings. Eknath Shinde, the deputy chief minister, said the project aims to boost tourism and improve the city’s aesthetic appeal. […]