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Time of India
7 hours ago
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- Time of India
Cluster-based development to anchor Dharavi Redevelopment master plan
The Dharavi Redevelopment Project, a massive undertaking across 600 acres, aims to transform the area into organized neighborhoods with integrated infrastructure. The master plan, approved by the state government, emphasizes cluster-based development, a new road network, and a Multi-Modal Transit Hub. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) spread over nearly 600 acres in the heart of country's financial capital will be anchored by cluster-based development , aimed at reorganising the area into compact neighbourhoods with residential, commercial, and social infrastructure located within walking distance, showed the project's master plan approved by the state cluster will include flexible social spaces, public transport access, and internal street networks. Playgrounds and child-focused spaces are part of the design, along with open areas and designated facilities for small-scale industries operating in the DRP Master Plan outlines 15 major components. Along with clusters, the project includes a new road network of 21 km, with streets planned every 125 metres and rights-of-way ranging from 9 to 36 metres. This is intended to improve traffic movement and reduce pressure on main roads by distributing vehicle flow internally. Multi-Modal Transit Hub (MMTH) is also proposed as a central mobility node connecting Metro, suburban trains, inter-city rail, airport express, buses, and non-motorised transport. The hub will also include office space, retail outlets, restaurants, and hotel facilities. Passengers can check in for flights and store baggage at the hub before businesses operating in the area, the plan includes designated workspaces with reinforced structures to accommodate units that qualify for rehabilitation will receive space within the new development, while ineligible and lessee units will have the option to lease commercial premises constructed by the SPV, NMDPL, under the 10% commercial share set aside for upkeep of residential plan also proposes a connected open space network, including local playgrounds, community parks, and larger public spaces. A central public square, referred to in the plan as the 'Central Heart,' will function as a shared space for events and gatherings.A green corridor, called the Green Spine, will cut across Dharavi from Mahim Nature Park to the railway redevelopment area. The corridor will include bioswales and serve as part of the area's stormwater management infrastructure will include hospitals, polyclinics, diagnostic centres, and first-aid facilities spread across Dharavi and surrounding locations. The plan also proposes new religious complexes intended to serve multiple redevelopment is positioned as a complete reorganisation of land use, transport, and service infrastructure, with cluster development forming the base framework for implementation
India Gazette
a day ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Makeover plan for Asias biggest slum faces ire of residents media
Local fear that an $11bn redevelopment project in Mumbai could leave out thousands of people A plan to transform Dharavi, known globally as one of the largest slums in South Asia, is facing opposition from local residents, the Indian Express reported on Friday. Located in the heart of India's financial capital, Mumbai, Dharavi spans over 250 hectares and has attracted attention from tourists, economists, urban planners, and Hollywood. The redevelopment plan, approved by the government of Maharashtra on Wednesday, aims to build nearly 60,000 residential houses and over 13,000 commercial units for eligible tenants in the area. The total cost of the project is estimated at $11 billion. The proposal also includes improving infrastructure in the area, and could take up to seven years to complete. However, according to the Indian Express, this plan has drawn criticism from Dharavi residents, who are protesting that only those occupying ground-floor structures will be eligible for rehousing. There are over 100,000 ground-floor structures in Dharavi, with at least 150,000 to 200,000 tenants residing on the second and third floors, Rajendra Korde, president of the Dharavi Redevelopment Samiti, told the outlet. He questioned the survey conducted by the agency working on the project. Accordingto government officials,Dharavi houses over 600,000 people. The Dharavi Redevelopment Plan (DRP) is a joint venture between the Adani Group, one of India's largest conglomerates led by Gautam Adani, and the Maharashtra state government. Since securing the project, the DRP has been conducting a survey to identify the total number of residents in Dharavi who are eligible. It estimates that 72,000 housing and commercial units built on 47.20 hectares will be required, according to the master plan presented to the authorities, the report noted. While Dharavi is known as a densely populated slum, it is also a thriving hub for small businesses. Over the decades, it has emerged as a vital industrial zone for leather, textiles, and other small-scale exports. The Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office has stated that the project is designed to preserve Dharavi's unique commercial identity. The master plan for Dharavi includes creating five industry clusters: garment, pottery, leather, food, and recycling, as well as improving connectivity in the redeveloped areas. (
India Gazette
a day ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Makeover plan for Asia's biggest slum faces ire of residents
Local fear that an $11bn redevelopment project in Mumbai could leave out thousands of people A plan to transform Dharavi, known globally as one of the largest slums in South Asia, is facing opposition from local residents, the Indian Express reported on Friday. Located in the heart of India's financial capital, Mumbai, Dharavi spans over 250 hectares and has attracted attention from tourists, economists, urban planners, and Hollywood. The redevelopment plan, approved by the government of Maharashtra on Wednesday, aims to build nearly 60,000 residential houses and over 13,000 commercial units for eligible tenants in the area. The total cost of the project is estimated at $11 billion. The proposal also includes improving infrastructure in the area, and could take up to seven years to complete. However, according to the Indian Express, this plan has drawn criticism from Dharavi residents, who are protesting that only those occupying ground-floor structures will be eligible for rehousing. There are over 100,000 ground-floor structures in Dharavi, with at least 150,000 to 200,000 tenants residing on the second and third floors, Rajendra Korde, president of the Dharavi Redevelopment Samiti, told the outlet. He questioned the survey conducted by the agency working on the project. According to government officials, Dharavi houses over 600,000 people. The Dharavi Redevelopment Plan (DRP) is a joint venture between the Adani Group, one of India's largest conglomerates led by Gautam Adani, and the Maharashtra state government. Since securing the project, the DRP has been conducting a survey to identify the total number of residents in Dharavi who are eligible. It estimates that 72,000 housing and commercial units built on 47.20 hectares will be required, according to the master plan presented to the authorities, the report noted. While Dharavi is known as a densely populated slum, it is also a thriving hub for small businesses. Over the decades, it has emerged as a vital industrial zone for leather, textiles, and other small-scale exports. The Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office has stated that the project is designed to preserve Dharavi's unique commercial identity. The master plan for Dharavi includes creating five industry clusters: garment, pottery, leather, food, and recycling, as well as improving connectivity in the redeveloped areas.
India Gazette
a day ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Mumbai: Dharavi slum redevelopment plan get CM Devendra Fadnavis' approval; check salient features
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 30 (ANI): The ambitious Dharavi Redevelopment Project, a unique slum rehabilitation project that aims to provide housing for all, received approval from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis this Wednesday. The proposed master plan is an attempt to build on the existing characteristics of Dharavi and create a world-class district for Dharavikars and reimagine a new heart for Mumbai. The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) is a unique opportunity to transform the lives and 'live-work' conditions of Dharavikars aiming for a higher quality of life with great infrastructure and public amenities. As per the Dharavi Master Plan, it is being built on the foundation of three guiding principles: driving economic change through redevelopment, building resilient ecology and infrastructure, and fostering an equitable Dharavi. It will have an interconnected network of green and public spaces, ranging from large city parks to smaller community playgrounds, ensuring every resident can access vibrant, walkable open areas. This network shall strengthen ecological resilience and enhance Dharavi's quality of life every day. A large active public open space is being planned in the centre of Dharavi, which will not only serve the recreation needs of the residents but also of Mumbai city at large. This space will be a place where Dharavi and Mumbai residents can come together for celebrations and festivals. Dharavi shall be transformed into a highly transit-oriented development with seamless multi-modal connectivity, including a new metro corridor through its core. Bus feeder systems, dedicated infrastructure for non-motorised transport, and a fine-grain street network shall enhance last-mile connectivity and promote walkability across all neighbourhoods. At the heart of Dharavi, a Multi-Modal Transit Hub (MMTH) is planned around the fact that it would have the first-ever facility where inter-city, intra-city, suburban, metro, high-speed, and Airport express trains could be accessed, as well as city buses and other city transport, all at one location. This integrated hub shall connect Metro, rail, buses, feeder services, and non-motorised transport infrastructure, enabling efficient transfers across all modes in north-south-east-west directions. Those in transit can come to Dharavi, check in their bags, for flights later in the day, either from Mumbai or Navi Mumbai, and spend the day at various facilities at the MMTH. The MMTH, through underground elevators, escalators, and subways, shall provide 24x7 retail facilities, restaurants, cafes, and shopping, office and Hotel spaces, and Connectivity to Central Avenue. The Dharavi project will also have accessible social amenities. A clear hierarchy of social infrastructure shall be embedded within walkable neighbourhood nodes, ensuring every resident is within easy reach of schools, healthcare, and community facilities. These nodes shall also include open spaces and transit access, fulfilling the city's diverse needs. Residents can reach their nearest amenities within 5 to 15 minutes on foot. A state-of-the-art hospital network will be set up in Dharavi and other MMR locations along with polyclinics, first-aid centres and diagnostic facilities across Dharavi. This will eventually bolster the medical infrastructure in central Mumbai. The proposed waterfront development and Dharavi promenade - a linear open space is planned to make the river's edge accessible. The promenade shall be a place for people to come and enjoy the walks along the Mithi River and engage visually with the mangrove forest to the north. It will serve as a hangout space for young and old alike and encouraging people to come together, interact and socialise. This will potentially be the longest waterfront in the city after the Queen's Necklace (Marine Drive). The proposed road network includes widening of existing Development Plan (DP) roads and new networks of approximately 21Km road length. The proposed road network has varying right-of-way (ROW) widths of 9m, 12m, 15m, 18m, 21m, 24m, 27m, and 36m, each serving a specific purpose. A dense road network inside Dharavi will ensure that residents can commute using arterial routes without having to come on the main road. It ensures a well-connected network that links different neighbourhoods, promoting a balanced and inclusive transportation system. Dharavi's streets will be wide and interlinked every 125 metres. Besides everything, for the communities of different faiths, iconic religious complexes, which shall be of world-class standards, are being envisaged so that all the inhabitants of Dharavi will have access to a state-of-the-art religious complex catering to all faiths/religions near their place of living. (ANI)
India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Mumbai's Dharavi to get a Rs 95,790 crore makeover in 7 years
The Maharashtra government has given a green signal to a large-scale plan to completely transform Dharavi by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved the master plan for the Rs 95,790 crore Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP). The project aims to reshape Dharavi into a modern and well-connected urban space by January 2032.A NEW FACE FOR DHARAVIThe entire redevelopment will cover a gross area of 251.24 hectares (628.82 acres). Of this, a total of 541.2 acres of prime land have been set aside for building affordable rental homes. Construction work already began on January 14, 2025, starting with railway infrastructure after the first clearance certificate was issued. The entire project is expected to take seven years to The redevelopment is being led by a special purpose vehicle (SPV), Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited (NMDPL), formed through a joint venture between the Maharashtra government's Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) and the Adani Group's Dharavi Redevelopment Project Private Limited (DRPPL). On Wednesday, NMDPL's CEO, SVR Srinivas, presented the plan to HOMES, STRONGER CONNECTIONSNMDPL says the aim is not just to build new homes but to improve the overall quality of life for the people of Dharavi. The plan promises better infrastructure, clean spaces, and easy access to public facilities.'The Dharavi development project is a unique opportunity to transform the lives and live-work conditions of Dharavikars aiming for a higher quality of life with great infrastructure, public amenities,'NMDPL stated in its of the Dharavi revamp includes a Multi Modal Transport Hub (MMTH), managed by MMRDA. . It aims to seamlessly link homes and workplaces with public transport. Level 1 will provide links to Mahim and Sion, while Level 2 will connect to Metro Lines 8 and 11. The project focuses on building a compact urban area where key services are accessible by foot within 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Plan for a Multi Modal Transport Hub (Photo Credit: India Today) advertisementHOMES, SHOPS AND WORKPLACESAround 72,000 new tenements are planned, which will include homes, commercial shops, and spaces for small industries. However, a proper survey to confirm the number of eligible residents is still underway. Some areas like Kumbharwada and privately-owned slum land have shown resistance to the door-to-door survey FOR REHOUSINGThere's resistance from local residents in areas like Mulund against housing Dharavi families. In its presentation, NMDPL stated that six plots across Mumbai, totalling 541.2 acres have been allotted for affoMunrdable rental housing. These include 21 acres in Kurla and 58.5 acres in Mulund, for which possession has already been handed overto SPV. (Photo credit: India Today) The remaining four plots—124.3 acres in Deonar, 140 acres in Malad (Aksa and Malvani), 120.5 acres in Arthur Road, and 76.9 acres in Kanjurmarg— are yet to be handed to NMDPL, six land parcels totalling 541.2 acres have been earmarked for affordable homes. Of these, 21 acres in Kurla and 58.5 acres in Mulund are already in SPV's possession. The rest—124.3 acres in Deonar, 140 acres in Malad, 120.5 acres in Arthur Road, and 76.9 acres in Kanjurmarg—are yet to be handed Reel
