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Time of India
23-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Heritage association objects to toilet block near Oval Maidan
Mumbai: The Fort Heritage Conservation Association has written to the BMC objecting to construction of a new toilet block opposite Bombay High Court and adjacent to the Grade I heritage Oval Maidan. In a letter dated May 16, the association criticized the proposed design as "a pastiche/ tasteless imitation," arguing that it disrespects the historical and architectural significance of the World Heritage precinct. "We have earlier iterated that the toilet stands near the Grade I sites of the Oval Maidan (within 100m), the University of Mumbai, and the High Court; which are at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai'. Additionally, this location is also a part of the Fort Heritage Precinct. As per the Heritage Control Regulations presented in Section 52 of the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR), any new construction at such an important site requires 'sensitive' development in terms of mass, scale, and setting and requires conservation of its heritage and cultural significance. Any new addition should not alter the character of the precinct. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The new interventions could be contemporary but subtle or inspired by the original character, but should not be a pastiche/tasteless imitation of it," states the letter. A public toilet that was earlier on the same location had been demolished. The association stated that through documents obtained through a govt official in March 2025, they have observed that there are no updated designs nor has approval been sought from the Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee (MHCC). "The designs shared continue to expand the footprint and have a flat roof with a character that is insensitive to the heritage character of the World Heritage Site. Under the guise of providing a public amenity toilet, the structure also includes Rest Rooms, Store Areas, Waiting Area, Locker Rooms/ Luggage Rooms, Shower Rooms, Changing Areas, Office Room and Record Room," it said. When contacted, civic officials clarified that the Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee (MHCC) had granted approval on June 13, 2024, for the construction of a toilet block in front of the high court. "During a review meeting on December 18, 2024, the Municipal Commissioner directed that the existing Solid Waste Management (SWM) labour chowky, adjacent to the proposed toilet block, also be integrated into this structure. A unified building was preferred," said a civic official. Revised plans were accordingly submitted to the MHCC, featuring a ground-plus-one composite building that includes the toilet block and SWM chowky.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
BMC invites developers for redevelopment of 64 slums across Mumbai
MUMBAI : BMC has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from developers for the redevelopment of 64 slum rehabilitation schemes located on municipal lands across Mumbai, under Regulation 33(10) of DCPR-2034. According to the public notice, the redevelopment will be carried out in line with the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR-2034) norms and applicable govt policies. Some of these slums are located in areas like Shimpoli in Borivli, Goregaon East , Malad East , Lower Parel , Dindoshi , Wadala, Govandi, and Ghatkopar. Developers will be responsible for the entire process—ranging from conducting slum surveys and preparing redevelopment plans to securing permissions, constructing both rehabilitation and sale components, and handling post-occupancy maintenance. Only developers with prior experience in slum or housing rehabilitation who meet the required technical and financial criteria will be considered. The EOI was published in newspapers on May 10. "The detailed EOI document, including eligibility conditions, scope of work, and submission guidelines, has also been made available on the BMC's official website from May 14, 2025. A pre-bid meeting with interested developers has been scheduled for May 23. The last date for submitting bids is June 10, following which the eligibility (Packet A) and technical (Packet B) bids will be opened the same day," said a civic official. Technical scrutiny will be completed by June 17, and financial proposals (Packet C) will be opened tentatively at 4:00 PM on the same day. BMC has stated that the notice is intended to generate public awareness, encourage participation from qualified developers, and promote an inclusive redevelopment vision for the city. However, the move has drawn criticism. Opposition parties allege that the BMC lacks the experience to handle Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) projects. "BMC has been given the powers of the Chief Executive Officer of the Slum Rehabilitation Authority for these 64 projects. It has also been granted the powers of the Planning Authority for the area of these SR schemes. However, BMC lacks experience in executing SRA project," said MLA Rais Shaikh.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
BMC invites developers for redevpt of 64 slums
Mumbai: BMC has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from developers for the redevelopment of 64 slum rehabilitation schemes located on municipal lands across Mumbai, under Regulation 33(10) of DCPR-2034. According to the public notice, the redevelopment will be carried out in line with the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR-2034) norms and applicable govt policies. Some of these slums are located in areas like Shimpoli in Borivli, Goregaon East, Malad East, Lower Parel, Dindoshi, Wadala, Govandi, and Ghatkopar. Developers will be responsible for the entire process—ranging from conducting slum surveys and preparing redevelopment plans to securing permissions, constructing both rehabilitation and sale components, and handling post-occupancy maintenance. Only developers with prior experience in slum or housing rehabilitation who meet the required technical and financial criteria will be considered. The EOI was published in newspapers on May 10. "The detailed EOI document, including eligibility conditions, scope of work, and submission guidelines, has also been made available on the BMC's official website from May 14, 2025. A pre-bid meeting with interested developers has been scheduled for May 23. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo The last date for submitting bids is June 10, following which the eligibility (Packet A) and technical (Packet B) bids will be opened the same day," said a civic official. Technical scrutiny will be completed by June 17, and financial proposals (Packet C) will be opened tentatively at 4:00 PM on the same day. BMC has stated that the notice is intended to generate public awareness, encourage participation from qualified developers, and promote an inclusive redevelopment vision for the city. However, the move has drawn criticism. Opposition parties allege that the BMC lacks the experience to handle Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) projects. "BMC has been given the powers of the Chief Executive Officer of the Slum Rehabilitation Authority for these 64 projects. It has also been granted the powers of the Planning Authority for the area of these SR schemes. However, BMC lacks experience in executing SRA project," said MLA Rais Shaikh.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
BMC to amend rules to allow temporary film studios in Mumbai
MUMBAI: The Development Plan department of the BMC has decided to allow temporary studios/sets for the shooting of films, TV serials, advertisements, documentaries and allied activities in the city by amending the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034. Sources in the BMC allege that this is being done to save the illegal studios in the Madh-Marve-Gorai belt. The notice to invite suggestions and objections was published on Friday. The BJP had created a major ruckus when the erstwhile Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government allowed temporary studios on land falling in CRZ (Coastal Regulation Zones) areas where construction activity is kept strictly in check. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya had taken up the issue, lodged complaints and toured the area extensively. The BJP had blamed two MVA ministers for allowing construction in coastal areas, some of it on land owned by the tourism department. When HT contacted the officials in question, a senior BMC officer said that the state government had directed them to make the change in the DCPR and allow studios on a temporary basis with the permission of the municipal commissioner for a minimum period of six months and a maximum of three years. The DCPR pertains to Mumbai city. A Development Plan department officer told HT that there was no provision for temporary structures in the DCPR, but there was one in the Unified Development Control And Promotion Regulations, 2020 (which apply to the whole state), and thus they were incorporating permission for temporary studios in Regulation 57 of the DCPR. When Somaiya raised a stink about the studios, he cited the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which had observed that the studios were built in gross violation of environmental norms. The BJP leader had alleged that illegal film studios worth around ₹1,000 crore were constructed in 2021 'with the blessings of the (Uddhav) Thackeray sarkar'. The studio owners' legal teams had sought some time to remove the studios at their own cost but their request was refused. The NGT had stated in its order that the permission, which was granted by the BMC in conjunction with the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority, was only for setting up temporary structures. However, the film studios were huge structures in which a lot of steel and concrete material was used. Seven studios were demolished while nearly 40 are still existing due to stay orders by courts. Somaiya on Friday told HT that the 'fraud activity of constructing studios and multi-storey structures in the name of shooting' would be stopped. 'There is no question of allowing temporary studios,' he said. 'Guidelines can be released for particular shootings of film and television serials.' Malwani MLA Aslam Shaikh, in whose area the temporary studios are located, and Sunil Rathod, chief engineer of the DP, both did not respond to calls from HT.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BMC to amend devpt rules to allow temporary film, TV sets
Mumbai: Three years after an inquiry was initiated by the municipal commissioner into unauthorised construction of film studios at Madh, Marve, Erangal and Bhati in Malad, the BMC has proposed a key amendment to Mumbai's Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034. This amendment aims to formally allow temporary sets for films, TV serials and advertisements. The amendment, initiated under Section 37 (1) of the MRTP Act, 1966, seeks to modify Regulation 57 to include permission to temporary studios with prior approval from competent authorities. Citizens have one month from the publication of this notice to submit a feedback to the chief engineer (development plan), the BMC or the deputy director of town planning. "The provision for permission for the construction of temporary sets for film/TV serials is not included in DCPR 2034. However, on the other hand, the said UDCPR 2020 has a provision for such an activity," said the BMC in a notice published on May 16. UDCPR 2020 stands for Unified Development Control and Promotion Regulations, 2020. The civic body, in its notice, has cited the lack of clear regulations around such constructions on open plots, especially in no development zones and coastal regulation zone areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo A 2019 BMC circular allowed temporary filming structures in open plots, but its misuse led to permissions being granted in CRZ areas, violating environmental norms, stated BMC's May 16 notice, which sought to invite public suggestions and objections to its proposed modifications. "Based on this circular (2019), various permissions were issued on open plots situated in No Development Zone. The said practice led to granting permission even in CRZ-affected plots, which was considered a violation of the MCZMA & CRZ regulations. To avoid such irregularities and illegal activity, a committee was formed to review the circular for issuing permission to film studios in BMC jurisdiction." Permission can be granted for up to six months at a time and in aggregate not exceeding three years. When contacted, Development Plan department officials said the proposed amendment seeks to add a new category under Section 57 for temporary constructions. "Permissions will also generate revenue for the BMC," said an official. The BMC move comes days after the state govt held World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES). Also, last month the CM announced a creative economy hub plan for Malad.
