ALL IN THE NAME OF POOR! The Detrimental Impact of DCR 33(11)

It’s a matter of great concern for all Mumbaites that successive governments have shown little interest in resolving the burning issue of housing, including the recent phenomenon of private property redevelopment. This article exposes how new DC regulations, particularly DCR 33(11), are ironically worsening the city’s housing crisis in the name of the poor.

Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Stamp Duty Relief For Dharavi Redevelopment

In a bid to expedite the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, the Maharashtra Cabinet has approved stamp duty concessions on lease agreements involving the project’s SPV and the Rail Land Development Authority. The relief aims to reduce transaction costs and accelerate the start of construction on one of India’s most ambitious urban renewal initiatives.

NowAutomated System for Slum Survey and Eligibility Verification

The Maharashtra government has launched the Automated Annexure-II System to streamline slum dweller eligibility verification. This GIS-based technology aims to enhance transparency, eliminate delays, and ensure a fair rehabilitation process across Mumbai.

Supreme Court Clears Redevelopment of Bharat Nagar Slum in Bandra

The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the redevelopment of Bharat Nagar slum in Bandra, dismissing objections raised by certain residents. The judgment confirms that the area qualifies for redevelopment under the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) regulations. Saarathi Realtors played a significant role in overcoming legal challenges, ensuring that the project can proceed without further delays.

MHADA Reclaims Eight Acres of Encroached Land in Juhu-Andheri

MHADA has reclaimed eight acres of encroached land in Juhu-Andheri following a Bombay High Court order. Unauthorized structures were cleared after the court denied a stay on their removal. The land, originally part of a slum rehabilitation project, was found ineligible for redevelopment. Despite ongoing litigation, illegal sheds were erected, prompting MHADA to take action. The clearance drive was carried out under official directives to enforce land reclamation and urban planning regulations.