Mumbai’s ‘Natural Area’ Land to Be Rezoned for Warehousing and IAS Gymkhana — Citizens Get One Month to Object

The Maharashtra Government has proposed deleting ‘Natural Area’ reservations on two Salt Pan Division plots to rezone them for warehousing and IAS gymkhana use. Citizens have one month to submit objections. In a city struggling for green spaces, critics warn this could set a dangerous precedent.

Maharashtra Government Allocates Rs 19.50 Crore for Mumbai Metro Line-5 Project

The Maharashtra Government has sanctioned ₹19.50 crore as a soft loan for the Mumbai Metro Line-5 (Thane-Kalyan-Bhiwandi) project under MMRDA. This funding aims to accelerate metro construction, improve urban transport connectivity, and facilitate economic growth in the region. The government has allocated this amount under the 2024-25 budget, ensuring smoother execution of this crucial infrastructure project.