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.

Mumbai Skyline Redefined: Maharashtra Considers Raising Building Height Cap to 180 Metres

The Maharashtra government has proposed raising Mumbai’s high-rise building height limit from 120m to 180m, allowing structures up to 60 floors. Real estate experts support the move, citing growth, sustainability, and improved urban planning.

MHADA to Build 8 Lakh Homes in 5 Years Under Affordable Housing Plan

MHADA will construct 8 lakh affordable homes by 2030, aligning with NITI Aayog’s recommendations. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announced the plan during a housing lottery event in Thane, where 2,147 homes and 117 plots were allotted. The government is also introducing a new housing policy, focusing on rental housing, hostels, and redevelopment projects to expand affordable housing options.

Budget 2025: Tax Relief on Two Homes, ₹15,000 Cr SWAMIH Fund & Urban Growth Push Real Estate Forward

The Union Budget 2025-26 brings significant tax relief for homeowners, allowing tax exemptions on two self-occupied properties instead of one. This progressive move enhances homeownership benefits, reducing notional rental tax burdens and making real estate investments more attractive. Additionally, the budget introduces a ₹15,000 crore infusion into the SWAMIH Fund to accelerate stalled housing projects, boosting market confidence. With zero income tax up to ₹12 lakh, middle-class disposable income is set to rise, fueling housing demand. However, industry experts highlight the need for further reforms, including home loan interest deductions and streamlined approval processes, to maximize sectoral growth.

CIDCO Reclaims Over 2 Lakh Sq. M. of Land from Encroachments in 2024

CIDCO successfully demolished 2,102 unauthorized structures in Navi Mumbai and NAINA in 2024, reclaiming 2,06,431 square meters of land. This move is part of CIDCO’s ongoing efforts to maintain organized urban development, supporting infrastructure projects like the Navi Mumbai International Airport and Metro. The demolition drives followed due process, with notices issued to property owners under the MRTP Act.