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SRA has initiated land acquisition proceedings for two key Bandra plots previously under HDIL, bringing new hope to stalled slum schemes after the authority removed the HDIL group as developers in January 2025.

HDIL-linked Bandra Slum Redevelopment Projects Gain Fresh Momentum as SRA Initiates Land Acquisition

SRA has initiated land acquisition proceedings for two key Bandra plots previously under HDIL, bringing new hope to stalled slum schemes after the authority removed the HDIL group as developers in January 2025.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

Landlord’s Preferential Right Not Unlimited: SRA Removes Landlord as Developer After 3-Year Delay

“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.
Dharavi, Asia's largest slum

Dharavi Redevelopment: Non-Slum Dwellers to Get Minimum 500 Sq Ft Homes Under Major Policy Upgrade

Residents of buildings and chawls in Dharavi will now get a minimum of 500 sq ft rehabilitation units (370 sq ft carpet + 35% fungible) free of cost, up to a maximum of 753 sq ft, under a proposed amendment to development regulations. The change does not apply to slum hutment dwellers.
In a significant ruling, MahaRERA has allowed fresh registration for Parinee Eminence Phase 1 under a new promoter while clarifying that previous homebuyers cannot enforce their agreements against the incoming developer. Old claims remain against the terminated promoter, with a lien created for protection.

New Builder Takes Over Stalled Andheri SRA Project; RERA Imposes Lien to Protect Homebuyers

MahaRERA has directed the new developer of Andheri’s Nest Wing B project to withhold full payment to the outgoing builder until old homebuyers’ dues are cleared. The February 2, 2026 order revives the stalled SRA scheme while keeping existing allottees’ claims alive against SSSC Escatics through a lien and abeyance of the old registration.
In a stark reminder of delayed justice in Mumbai’s property cases, the Bombay High Court has finally ordered eviction of a licensee from a Bandra flat after nearly 48 years of legal battle. (130 characters)

Bombay HC Quashes ₹3 Cr+ Stamp Duty Demand on Romell Real Estate’s Malad Slum Project

Bombay HC quashes ₹3 Cr+ stamp duty demand against Romell Real Estate in Malad slum redevelopment case. Court rules Permanent Transit Camp (PTC) cannot be added to consideration per Guideline 26 & holds CCRA order time-barred beyond 6-year limit under Section 53A.