BMC’s Draft Plan Proposes Homestays, Trekking And Eco-Lodges in SGNP
September 11, 2025: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has prepared a Draft Zonal Master Plan (ZMP) for the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), aimed at promoting eco-tourism and regulating sustainable development. The draft was made public on Wednesday, with citizens invited to submit suggestions and objections over the next 30 […]
Activists Oppose Casting Yard In SGNP Eco-Sensitive Zone For Twin Tunnel Project
July 5, 2025: The Borivli-Thane twin tunnel project requires a 22.6-acre casting yard; however, five acres of this area are situated within the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) adjacent to Mira Road, which has sparked controversy. Casting yards are critical for infrastructure projects, used to fabricate components like segments and beams, […]