In a major push towards a slum-free Mumbai, the Slum Rehabilitation Authority has initiated a large-scale cluster redevelopment project in Andheri (West), with plans to construct 28,061 rehabilitation tenements.
The project is part of the Maharashtra government’s broader vision under the State Housing Policy 2025, aimed at providing safe, affordable and inclusive housing for all citizens. The initiative has been conceptualised under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Pilot Project in Andheri
The selected cluster is located along C.D. Barfiwala Road in Andheri (West), covering a total area of 101.36 acres. Out of this, 61.40 acres are currently occupied by slums.
The site has been identified as a pilot cluster redevelopment project, marking a key step in implementing the government resolution dated November 13, 2025, which approved cluster redevelopment across Mumbai.
Scale of Rehabilitation
Under the project:
- 28,061 rehabilitation units will be constructed
- Around 14,000 existing slum dwellers will be rehabilitated
- An additional 14,061 housing units will be created
The project aims not only to rehouse existing residents but also to generate additional housing stock.
Planned Urban Infrastructure
The redevelopment plan includes:
- Open spaces
- Playgrounds
- Schools
- Healthcare facilities
- Other civic and social infrastructure
The goal is to create a planned, integrated urban neighbourhood rather than standalone rehabilitation buildings.
Challenges and Delays
The project area, located near the airport, has faced long-standing delays due to:
- Height restrictions linked to proximity to the airport
- Extremely dense slum clusters
- Fragmented redevelopment efforts under earlier schemes
These factors had stalled rehabilitation for thousands of families, with some residents also facing delays in receiving transit rent.
Bidding Process and Developer Interest
The Slum Rehabilitation Authority invited bids on April 8, 2026, to appoint a Construction and Development Agency (C&DA) for the project.
Technical bids were opened on June 4, 2026. The project has attracted participation from major private developers, including:
- Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate
- Reliance 4IR Realty Development Limited
- JSW Realty and Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.
The proposals are currently under technical evaluation, following which financial bids will be opened after approval from a high-level committee.
Transparent Tendering Process
According to SRA CEO Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar, the authority has, for the first time, implemented a fully transparent and competitive bidding system, moving away from earlier practices such as Letter of Intent (LOI) trading.
The new process aims to ensure fair competition and improved project execution.
Larger Slum Redevelopment Push
Beyond this pilot, SRA has identified 18 additional cluster areas across Mumbai for similar redevelopment.
These initiatives are expected to:
- Revive stalled or unviable slum rehabilitation schemes
- Enable rehabilitation of approximately 6 to 7 lakh slum dwellers
Policy Context
The project is part of the government’s larger “Slum-Free Mumbai” vision, aligned with the State Housing Policy 2025.
The policy focuses on:
- Affordable housing
- Planned redevelopment
- Improved urban infrastructure
- Inclusive city development
The Andheri cluster project is expected to serve as a model for future large-scale redevelopment efforts across Mumbai.
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