The Maharashtra state government has officially approved the Dharavi Redevelopment Plan Gets State Approval Project, one of the largest urban transformation projects in Mumbai. This approval includes not just the redevelopment of Dharavi itself, but also the relocation of thousands of residents who are deemed ineligible to receive housing on the Dharavi plot due to missing documentation or other...
Mumbai, India’s financial capital, is a city of contrasts, where towering skyscrapers stand alongside sprawling slums. Dharavi, one of Asia’s largest slum areas, is home to over a million people living in cramped, unsanitary conditions. The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), recently approved by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, aims to transform this 620-acre area into a modern,...
Mumbai, India’s bustling financial hub, grapples with severe traffic congestion, impacting millions daily. Commuters from nearby cities like Thane, Kalyan Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, Ambernath, and Badlapur face long, frustrating journeys to Mumbai, often taking 1.5 to 2 hours due to heavy traffic and detours around Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The Thane-Borivali Twin Tunnel project, spearheaded by the Mumbai...
The Navi Mumbai International Airport, set to open in 2025, is a landmark project aimed at easing the load on Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. To ensure seamless access, the Panvel to Navi Mumbai Airport Connector is being developed to provide direct connectivity from Panvel and surrounding areas like Karjat, Khopoli, and Pune. This road is a critical component of the...
The Pune Outer Ring Road, a 169-kilometer-long infrastructure project, has begun construction, offering hope to Punekars struggling with traffic congestion. This access-controlled highway, designed to encircle Pune, Maharashtra, aims to divert through traffic, reduce urban congestion, and enhance connectivity across the region. As of June 2025, work is progressing in multiple locations, marking a...
The Powai Legacy In 1980, Powai was a desolate area in Mumbai with no modern infrastructure or appeal. Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani saw its potential and transformed 250 acres into Hiranandani Gardens Powai, a model urban township. This integrated community combined residential homes, commercial spaces, schools, hospitals, and green areas, prioritizing quality and community living. It became a benchmark...
Mumbai is known as the city of dreams and the financial capital of India. But finding a home to rent here can be very expensive. The good news is – there are still some places where you can live comfortably without spending too much. Here’s a list of the top 10 affordable places to live in Mumbai. These places are well-connected and offer decent facilities. Let’s begin! 10....
Introduction Maharashtra Housing Policy, launching in 2025, is a major step toward solving the state’s housing shortage especially for affordable homes. With a huge investment of ₹70,000 crores, the policy aims to reshape real estate in important areas like the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Pune. It focuses on building homes for all, improving slum areas, promoting eco-friendly buildings,...
Maharashtra has unveiled its ambitious Housing Policy 2025, aptly named "Maza Ghar Maza Adhikar" (My Home, My Right). This policy aims to transform the state’s real estate landscape by addressing housing shortages, promoting affordability, and ensuring sustainable urban development. With a focus on economically weaker sections (EWS), lower-middle, and middle-class families, the policy sets bold targets...
The digital content world in India is buzzing with debate and excitement. On one side, there's a heated copyright clash between major news agency ANI (Asian News International) and several YouTubers. On the other, India’s public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, has launched a groundbreaking new platform PB Shabd that could change the game for content creators across the country. PB Shabd offers free...
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