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In a landmark order, the Supreme Court directed a CBI inquiry into DLF's premium Gurugram project 'The Primus,' citing a glaring mismatch between promised luxury amenities and on-ground realities, while slamming authorities for failing to protect homebuyers who invested life savings.

Rehabilitation After Land Acquisition, Not a Fundamental Right, Says Supreme Court

In a major verdict, the Supreme Court has ruled that landowners displaced by acquisition cannot claim rehabilitation or subsidised plots as a matter of right under Article 21 of the Constitution. The judgment underscores that such benefits are governed by government policy—not by enforceable constitutional rights.
India's booming housing sector

Maharashtra’s Revolutionary Housing Policy 2025 Approved: 35 Lakh Homes, AI Portal, Focus on Slum Redevelopment

The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved the State Housing Policy 2025, targeting 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030 with an investment of ₹70,000 crore. The policy includes a centralized AI-based housing portal, cluster redevelopment of slums, land bank creation, and dedicated housing plans for various segments including working women, students, and industrial workers. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde described it as a transformative step for housing and the state’s economic growth.

15-Year Wait Ends for Siddharth Nagar (Patra Chawl) Residents as MHADA Conducts Lottery for 663 Homes in Goregaon

The 15-year-long wait for residents of Siddharth Nagar (Patra Chawl) in Goregaon (West) has finally ended, as MHADA conducted a computerized lottery for 663 rehabilitation tenements. Held under strict transparency measures, the allotment ensures rightful residents receive their homes. Possession begins on April 7, 2025, with continued rent compensation until May. MHADA has also approved a solar power system and gym equipment for the housing society, marking a new chapter for residents.
Maharashtra Government Adopts Automated System for Slum Survey and Eligibility Verification

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.
Maharashtra Government Allocates Rs. 19.50 Crore for Mumbai Metro Line-5 Project

Maharashtra Government Allocates Rs 19.50 Crore for Mumbai Metro Line-5 Project

The Maharashtra Government has sanctioned ₹19.50 crore as a soft loan for the Mumbai Metro Line-5 (Thane-Kalyan-Bhiwandi) project under MMRDA. This funding aims to accelerate metro construction, improve urban transport connectivity, and facilitate economic growth in the region. The government has allocated this amount under the 2024-25 budget, ensuring smoother execution of this crucial infrastructure project.