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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- 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
Indian Express
17 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
dharavi redevelopment
DHARAVI REDEVELOPMENT NEWS Dharavi redevelopment: From transit hubs to green spaces, here's what the master plan proposes May 31, 2025 7:32 am The Dharavi redevelopment master plan envisages a multi-modal transport hub, open spaces, mapping of religious structures, and industry clusters. Dharavi master plan proposes 58,532 housing units and 13,468 commercial units for rehabilitation of eligible tenants, residents cry foul May 30, 2025 9:15 am The numbers presented are part of the initial tenement estimates made by the special purpose vehicle that is undertaking the Dharavi redevelopment on the 251.24 hectares of Dharavi Notified Area. Govt approves master plan for Dharavi Redevelopment Project May 29, 2025 12:55 am The approval was granted during a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Sahyadri Guest House, where Chief Executive Officer of the project SVR Srinivas presented a detailed overview of the plan. Adani's Mumbai slum revamp struggles to secure land in potential setback August 27, 2024 3:37 pm The project started in March with a survey to determine eligibility and its backers are aiming to complete construction in seven years. Dharavi redevelopment project: Survey work of area begins, ID numbers assigned to each house March 21, 2024 4:25 pm The survey began with each house being given a unique number and will be followed by a laser survey — also known as Lidar survey, a remote sensing method that uses rapid light pulses from a near-infrared laser to collect measurements — of each lane. Survey for Dharavi redevelopment project to begin on March 18 March 11, 2024 10:30 pm The data will be used by the state government to determine their rehabilitation eligibility criteria under the proposed redevelopment project. Dharavi redevelopment: No undue favour to Adani Group, tender process was transparent, Maharashtra tells HC August 31, 2023 12:56 am The government also told the court that it is a "false and baseless" allegation that the cancellation of the old tender was politically motivated All changes made to benefit Adani: Congress alleges TDR scam in Dharavi redevelopment scheme July 30, 2023 2:38 pm Congress MLA Varsha Gaikwad alleged that all the changes are being brought to ensure a profit to Adani Dharavi redevelopment: Provide 400 sq ft homes for all residents, AAP lists key demands July 25, 2023 6:21 pm Aam Aadmi Party vice-president Sandeep Katke said a new survey must be conducted if the government genuinely aims to redevelop Dharavi. Dharavi redevelopment: HC allows Seclink Technologies to challenge formal award of project to Adani group July 19, 2023 1:30 pm The Bombay High Court will hear the Dubai-based firm's challenge on August 7.
Hindustan Times
18 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
100 acres of greenery, open space proposed in Dharavi
Mumbai: When the world's third-largest and densest slum, Dharavi, is redeveloped into an integrated planned township, it will have connected open spaces that will serve as a green lung at its centre. This is one of the highlights of the Dharavi Redevelopment Project Master Plan, which was approved by the Maharashtra government on May 28. The Adani Group-led Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited (NMDPL) has proposed 100 acres of land to be kept as open space with beautiful landscapes, parks, playgrounds, and gardens, according to the master plan, which was seen by HT. There are three main landscape strategies that have been proposed as part of this connected green space for Dharavi: a 'Central Heart', a 'Green Spine' and a waterfront along the Mithi River. The Central Heart is a rectangular park at the heart of Dharavi, which NMDPL has likened to the Bryant Park in New York City, which is spread across 9.6 acres. According to officials, it will be a large public open space with a canopy of trees and plants. It will be available for the recreational needs of citizens and to celebrate festivals. The Green Spine will be a long pathway cutting through Dharavi for pedestrians and cyclists with trees on the sides, which will also act as buffer to prevent waterlogging during rains, officials said. It will start from the Mahim Nature Park, pass through the Central Heart and move south-west before it ends at the railway land between Matunga and Matunga Road railway stations. 'This lengthy green walkway will also act as a flood mitigation measure with a bioswale planned across the center of the spine. This unique feature is planned as part of a stormwater mitigation strategy,' said an official from the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, the implementing agency. Lastly, a riverfront development and water body rejuvenation is also on the anvil, wherein a promenade will be created on the edges of Dharavi bordering the Mithi River. This will be a linear open space to make the river's edge more accessible for citizens who come for a walk, similar to Marine Drive, officials said. The existing mangroves in this area will not be touched as part of the redevelopment, officials added. Dharavi is being redeveloped by a special purpose vehicle comprising the Maharashtra government's Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) and Adani Properties.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Project faces political heat ahead of BMC election
Mumbai: The Dharavi Redevelopment Project is set to resonate in the forthcoming BMC elections , with residents of Kurla and Mulund firm on opposing the relocation of Dharavi residents to their neighbourhood. Kiran Pailwan, founder of a group named Lokchalwal which is opposing the relocation from Dharavi to Kurla Dairy land, said they are now preparing to launch an agitation and even go to court to prevent the shifting. Activist Sagar Devre, who is leading the opposition to relocate Dharavi residents to Mulund, said from June 9 they will be announcing a new morcha. While Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) have questioned govt's decision to finalise the master plan without publicising it or inviting objections/suggestions, the BJP points out that Housing for All is the party's commitment. "The Congress and the Shiv Sena (UBT) are misleading residents and hence people are not participating in the survey," said BJP Mumbai President Ashish Shelar. Shelar said the survey of structures in Dharavi is only a technical matter. "The aim of the project is to transform Mumbai and make it a smart city with access roads, multi-modal transport connectivity, industrial hubs, and large open spaces. BJP is the only sevak of Mumbai, and we have worked for the development of the city, unlike the Sena that has opposed all development works, be it the coastal road, bullet train.. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 인천 임플란트 특가! 33만원으로 건강한 치아 완성! [지금 알아보기] 플란치과 더 알아보기 Undo ." said Shelar. Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad posted on social media, "This isn't Vikas at all. This is mass eviction and exploitation. The survey is incomplete. How were the land use, rehab, and sale area projections arrived at in the master plan? This was fixed from the start," she said.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Dharavi redevelopment: From transit hubs to green spaces, here's what the master plan proposes
The Dharavi Redevelopment Project's transport and infrastructure master plan aims to transform the 251-hectare settlement into a well-connected, transit-oriented urban zone, with emphasis on decongestion, multi-modal integration and inclusive public spaces. According to the project presentation given to the government on Wednesday, a copy of which is with The Indian Express, Dharavi's location — at the intersection of east-west and north-south transit corridors — positions it strategically as a city-level transport interchange. The site lies close to Mumbai Metro Line 3, both the Western and Central suburban railway lines, and is just under 3 km from the upcoming Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail terminal at Bandra Kurla Complex. Multi-modal transport hub planned A central element of the plan is the creation of a multi-modal transport hub (MMTH), which will integrate Metro corridors, suburban rail access, bus services, and feeder systems. The hub is designed as a two-level structure — the lower level accommodating buses and taxis, while the upper level will serve Metro Line 11 and a proposed spur of Line 8. Within the internal layout, a fine-grained street network is planned to improve accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists, and non-motorised transport (NMT) users. This network is designed to vary based on final plot configurations and will be integrated with open spaces and transit nodes to ensure safe, intuitive movement through the area. The goal is to establish a walkable urban fabric, with public amenities accessible within a 5- to 15-minute walk for all residents. The transport plan proposes a vehicular circulation strategy that discourages through-traffic on internal roads—reserving them primarily for local access and services. Given the existing congestion at entry points and the additional traffic projected due to redevelopment, seven new entry and exit routes have been proposed. These include: 1. An underpass from Takandas Kataria (TK) Marg to 90 Feet Road 2. A new connection to Senapati Bapat (SB) Marg 3. Link from Dharavi Depot Road to Chunabhatti–BKC Link Road 4. Underpass below the Harbour Line 5. Road connection along the Western Railway to Mahim-Sion flyover 6. Underpass below the Harbour Line near Mahim to SB Marg 7. Underpass below the Central Line to Sion These will supplement existing entry points and are expected to help disperse vehicular loads more efficiently across the area. Green spaces and open areas Reclaiming nature within one of Mumbai's densest areas is another focus of the plan. The masterplan lays out a connected and inclusive network of green and open spaces through three key strategies: The Green Spine (a central ecological corridor), The Central Park (a public recreational zone), and The Waterfront (a landscaped leisure space). This landscape strategy, the presentation notes, aims to 'balance environmental restoration with everyday community use' through a hierarchy of open spaces. Strategy for religious structures As per a 2009 Mashal survey, Dharavi houses 296 religious structures, including temples, mosques, dargahs and churches. The government has initiated a process to survey and map all such structures under the Dharavi Redevelopment Area. A committee—constituted via a 2024 Government Resolution and chaired by a former Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court—will oversee decisions related to the eviction, relocation or regularisation of unauthorised places of worship. Structures constructed before September 29, 2009, will be evaluated for possible regularisation under existing government rules. The final decisions will be made based on the recommendations of the committee in consultation with local communities, as per the master plan. Industry clusters will also be created. Despite being a slum, Dharavi is considered to be a vital industrial zone, home to a variety of small to mid-scale sectors and forms an essential part of the city's export framework. The master plan also envisions rehabilitation of the existing manufacturing and retail industries. The master plan states that a tentative clustering has been planned for the industries that are located in Dharavi. It has planned to make five industry clusters—garment, pottery, leather, food and recycling, all of which will be in the redeveloped area. With mobility, environmental design and social infrastructure as core priorities, the Dharavi redevelopment seeks to create a framework for a more connected and equitable urban future.
