17,000 Lives, 31 Hectares, 1 Landmark Project: Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar Redevelopment Kicks Off Today

In a historic step for Mumbai’s redevelopment, work on the Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar project in Ghatkopar begins today. Spanning 31.82 hectares and impacting 17,000 residents, this landmark initiative will deliver free 1 BHK homes, modern infrastructure, and commercial spaces — transforming one of Mumbai’s oldest slum clusters into a model urban community.

35% Green Space Now Mandatory in Mumbai’s SRA Projects

A new government circular mandates that all SRA schemes on reserved land must keep 35% of the total plot area as contiguous, developed public open space with free citizen access. A Special Monitoring Committee has been formed to prevent violations and ensure the developed park is handed over to the local municipality within 90 days of project completion.

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.