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Mumbai's MMRDA is set to transform Ramabai Nagar through an innovative slum rehabilitation project covering 31.82 hectares. The groundbreaking initiative will provide free 1 BHK homes to 17,000 residents with modern infrastructure and amenities. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will lay the foundation stone for this landmark development. The project aims to create employment opportunities and improve living conditions for Mumbai's urban poor.

Key Points: MMRDA Launches Ramabai Nagar Slum Redevelopment Project

  • First MMRDA slum project directly as developer
  • 17,000 slum dwellers to get free 1 BHK homes
  • Project covers 31.82 hectares in North East Mumbai
  • Estimated construction cost of Rs 1,299 crore
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Ahead of BMC polls, MMRDA to launch project for Ramabai Nagar's redevelopment today

Mumbai's landmark slum rehabilitation project to transform 31.82 hectares, benefiting 17,000 residents with modern housing and infrastructure

"This is the first instance in MMRDA's 50-year history where the Authority is implementing a slum redevelopment project as a Developer - MMRDA Official"

Mumbai, Oct 14

In the run-up to the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) will on Tuesday jointly launch the project for the redevelopment of Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar and Kamraj Nagar in North East Mumbai, covering an area of 31.82 hectares and benefiting approximately 17,000 slum dwellers.

This is the first instance in MMRDA's 50-year history where the Authority is implementing a slum redevelopment project as a Developer, while SRA serves as the Planning Authority.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis along with Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar will lay the foundation stone for the rehabilitation of Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar and Kamraj Nagar.

According to MMRDA, the total area of the slum rehabilitation scheme is 31.82 ha, which comprises 17,000 slum dwellers. Out of a total of 17,000 slum households, the eligibility of 10,000 slum households has been finalised, and individual development agreements have been executed with nearly all eligible slum households. The project is expected to be completed in approximately 36 months.

The development of the slum scheme on 31.82 ha of land will include roads, street lights, drainage and water supply, playground, primary School. After the building receives the Occupancy Certificate (O.C.), its maintenance will be carried out by the contractor for the next 10 years.

Rehabilitation of 4,345 slum dwellers is proposed during phase I. Biometric survey completed and Annexure-2 published by SRA. All slum dwellers of Phase-1 have been paid Rs 137.50 crore towards advance rent for two years.

The MMRDA has estimated a construction cost for the rehabilitation of buildings, in Phase I, at Rs 1,299 crore (excluding GST), with a completion period of 36 months. The second phase will begin after the completion of phase I. Contractor has been appointed for the construction of approximately 4,345 rehabilitation homes (including Amenities) under the project, and construction will commence immediately after the foundation-laying ceremony.

The project is not limited to residential development; it will also serve as a commercial hub, which is expected to create employment and self-employment opportunities for locals and open avenues for women's empowerment. Every eligible slum dweller will get a 1 BHK residential tenement, having a 300 sq. ft carpet area free of cost.

Water treatment (WTP), sewage treatment (STP), and organic waste conversion (OWC) systems will be installed. An integrated infrastructure plan will be developed for the entire area to provide high-quality urban amenities. Additionally, solar panels and rainwater harvesting facilities will be provided.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great initiative but why announce this just before BMC elections? Feels like political timing. Still, if it genuinely helps slum dwellers get better living conditions, it's welcome.
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Sarah B
The inclusion of solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and waste treatment systems shows they're thinking about sustainability. More Indian cities need this approach! 🌱
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Arjun K
Free 300 sq ft 1BHK for eligible families is life-changing! But I hope the implementation is transparent and all 17,000 families actually benefit. Past experiences make me cautious.
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Meera T
Commercial hub and employment opportunities for locals is the best part. Women's empowerment through self-employment can transform entire communities. Hope they deliver on this promise! 💪
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David E
₹137.50 crore advance rent payment shows they're serious about supporting families during transition. This is how urban development should work - with proper planning and support systems.
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Karthik V
Good project but why only 10,000 families' eligibility finalized out of 17,000? The remaining 7,000 families must be worried. Hope authorities address this quickly.

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