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In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has cleared the path for the BMC to take direct control of a Malad East slum rehabilitation project, rehabilitating eligible dwellers at its own expense after cancelling a private developer's NOC for non-compliance. The decision prioritizes public amenities on civic land and highlights landowner rights in Mumbai's redevelopment landscape.

BMC Takes Over Slum Rehabilitation Project in Malad East After High Court Upholds Cancellation of Private Developer’s NOC

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has cleared the path for the BMC to take direct control of a Malad East slum rehabilitation project, rehabilitating eligible dwellers at its own expense after cancelling a private developer’s NOC for non-compliance. The decision prioritizes public amenities on civic land and highlights landowner rights in Mumbai’s redevelopment landscape.
With just days left, SRA appeals to slum residents on central and state government land to participate in the free biometric survey before the December 31, 2025 deadline.

Government Launches Slum Cluster Scheme: 50+ Acre Projects Under SRA, No Slum Dweller Consent Required

The Maharashtra Government has approved a landmark “Slum Cluster Redevelopment Scheme” allowing redevelopment of contiguous slum areas above 50 acres under SRA without separate NOCs, marking a crucial step toward a slum-free Mumbai.
With blockchain approvals, satellite tracking, and Aadhaar-linked beneficiary systems, Mumbai’s SRA 2.0 is rewriting how slum rehabilitation works — faster, transparent, and data-driven.

SRA Unveils Technology-Driven Reforms to Accelerate Slum Rehabilitation Across Mumbai

With blockchain approvals, satellite tracking, and Aadhaar-linked beneficiary systems, Mumbai’s SRA 2.0 is rewriting how slum rehabilitation works — faster, transparent, and data-driven.
Dharavi, Asia's largest slum

Union Cabinet Sanctions Transfer of 256 Acres for Dharavi Redevelopment Project

The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the transfer of 256 acres of salt pan land to the Maharashtra government for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. Located in Mulund, Bhandup, and Kanjurmarg, the land will be used for housing non-eligible Dharavi residents and constructing new residential units. The project aims to address Mumbai’s housing crisis, but faces challenges, including delays and community opposition.