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Maharashtra Hands Over 118-Acre Malad Land to Dharavi Redevelopment Project

The Maharashtra government has formally handed over a 118-acre land parcel in Malad to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. This land will be used to house residents not eligible for in-situ rehabilitation within Dharavi itself. It is the third major landholding acquired for the project, part of a broader 540-acre plan across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The handover is expected to accelerate construction, aiming to provide new homes for about 10 lakh residents within a seven-year period.

Key Points: Dharavi Redevelopment Gets 118-Acre Malad Land for Housing

  • Land for ineligible residents
  • Third major parcel for DRP
  • Part of 540-acre MMR plan
  • 1.25-1.5 lakh new homes
  • Rs 540 crore estimated value
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Maharashtra hands over 118-acre Malad land to Dharavi Redevelopment Project for rehab housing

Maharashtra govt transfers 118-acre Malad land to Dharavi project for rehab housing, accelerating resettlement for thousands of residents.

"Of the 140 acres earmarked at Mukteshwar, 118 acres have now been handed over - Official"

Mumbai, Feb 19

The Maharashtra government handed over possession of a 118-acre land parcel at Mukteshwar in Malad-Malvani to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project on Wednesday, paving the way for the special purpose vehicle -- Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited -- to begin planning and construction of rehabilitation buildings.

Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited is an SPV between the Maharashtra government and the Adani Group for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project.

The site will be used to house Dharavi residents who are not eligible for in-situ rehabilitation within Dharavi.

Officials said the Malad land parcel is the third major landholding to come into the possession of the DRP after Mother Dairy Land at Kurla and Jamas saltpan land at Mulund.

The site will primarily accommodate upper-floor residents and those who settled in Dharavi after January 1, 2011, and before November 15, 2022.

As per project terms and conditions, these residents will be resettled in modern, planned townships within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

The official said that, as with other parcels allotted for the project, ownership of the Malad land will also remain with the DRP/SRA, while the SPV will have the development rights.

The total value of the 118-acre land is estimated at around Rs 540 crore, of which Rs 135 crore has already been paid by NMDPL as premium towards development rights.

"Of the 140 acres earmarked at Mukteshwar, 118 acres have now been handed over, while 22 acres remain under litigation," he added.

Overall, the state has identified and allotted about 540 acres of land parcels within MMR for the purpose of dignified affordable housing as part of the Dharavi redevelopment project.

These include land at Kurla, salt pan lands at Kanjur, Bhandup and Mulund, and portions at the Deonar dumping ground, to facilitate large-scale rehabilitation.

The handover is expected to accelerate the construction of rehabilitation housing and provide momentum to the phased redevelopment so that Dharavikars can move into their new homes as per eligibility within the seven-year period.

It is estimated that about 1.25-1.5 lakh new homes will be constructed to rehabilitate about 10 lakh residents.

- IANS

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Shreya B
Finally some concrete action! But the eligibility cut-off dates (2011-2022) will leave many long-time residents in a limbo. The government must ensure transparency in who qualifies. The project's success depends on fair rehabilitation, not just handing over land.
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Aman W
Adani Group involved again. While development is needed, I'm skeptical about private giants leading such sensitive social projects. Hope the focus remains on the people of Dharavi and not on commercial gains. The seven-year timeline is ambitious.
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Priya S
Moving people to Malad is one thing, but will their livelihoods be affected? Many work in Dharavi's small industries. The new township must have economic zones or excellent transport to their workplaces. Otherwise, it's just shifting the problem.
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Vikram M
Good news! 540 acres across MMR is a significant commitment. Using salt pan lands and dumping grounds for housing is smart land use. Hope the construction quality is high and the communities are kept together. Jai Maharashtra! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
As a Mumbaikar, I truly hope this works. Dharavi redevelopment has been a political football for years. The handover of land is just step one. The real challenge is execution without delays and corruption. Fingers crossed for my fellow citizens.

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