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Maharashtra’s new policy ends fragmented construction and introduces a unified approach to build iconic, master-planned townships via a structured Construction & Development Operator model, strict timelines, and integrated design standards.

No More Patchwork Development: State Approves New Policy to Build Iconic, World-Class Townships

Maharashtra’s new policy ends fragmented construction and introduces a unified approach to build iconic, master-planned townships via a structured Construction & Development Operator model, strict timelines, and integrated design standards.
The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) has announced the IFLA–Asia Pacific Regional Congress 2025 in Mumbai, themed “Growth Paradox: Reimagining Landscapes.” Scheduled for November 14–15, 2025, the event will gather international experts to discuss how cities can balance growth with sustainability and ecological resilience.

Mumbai to Host IFLA–APR 2025: India’s Largest Landscape Architecture Congress to Reimagine Growth and Sustainability

The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) has announced the IFLA–Asia Pacific Regional Congress 2025 in Mumbai, themed “Growth Paradox: Reimagining Landscapes.” Scheduled for November 14–15, 2025, the event will gather international experts to discuss how cities can balance growth with sustainability and ecological resilience.
Maharashtra has become India’s leading green building state, powered by progressive FAR incentives, mandatory IGBC ratings, and a strong partnership with the CII Indian Green Building Council. Cities like Mumbai and Pune now anchor India’s largest green building footprint and net zero movement.

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.
The Maharashtra Cabinet has cleared a new cluster redevelopment scheme for Mumbai slums, allowing FSI beyond 4 to enable vertical growth and faster rehabilitation. Focused on 50+ acre clusters, the policy blends urban planning with flexible development models, potentially transforming the city’s skyline.

📰 FSI Beyond 4! Maharashtra Cabinet Approves New Cluster Redevelopment Model for Mumbai Slums

The Maharashtra Cabinet has cleared a new cluster redevelopment scheme for Mumbai slums, allowing FSI beyond 4 to enable vertical growth and faster rehabilitation. Focused on 50+ acre clusters, the policy blends urban planning with flexible development models, potentially transforming the city’s skyline.
In a rare and significant move, BMC has terminated the 999-year lease of a historic Worli property once housing Flora Chinese Restaurant, after lessees failed to redevelop or pay dues. Backed by High Court orders, the action highlights a new assertive approach to Mumbai’s legacy leasehold lands — with major implications for owners, tenants, and the city’s redevelopment landscape.

📰 BMC Terminates 999-Year Lease of Iconic Worli Property — A Turning Point for Leasehold Lands in Mumbai?

In a rare and significant move, BMC has terminated the 999-year lease of a historic Worli property once housing Flora Chinese Restaurant, after lessees failed to redevelop or pay dues. Backed by High Court orders, the action highlights a new assertive approach to Mumbai’s legacy leasehold lands — with major implications for owners, tenants, and the city’s redevelopment landscape.