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Urban Infrastructure Upgrade Cantt Skyway Underpass to Traverse Begumpet Airport

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  • . April 1, 2024

In a significant urban infrastructure development, the proposed six-lane underpass of the Paradise Circle-Suchitra Junction skyway project is set to
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Delays Plague Metro Railway’s NOC Acquisition for Beleghata Station Works

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  • . April 1, 2024

Source PTI The Metro Railway authorities on Saturday rued the delay in getting a no objection certificate (NOC) from Calcutta
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PMPML Assessing Viability of Ramwadi Metro Feeder for Last-Mile Connectivity

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  • . March 31, 2024

In a bid to bolster last-mile connectivity for commuters accessing Pune Airport via public transportation, the Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal
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Ahmedabad’s Civic Body Takes Firm Stand Against Acidic Water Contamination

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  • . March 31, 2024

In a bid to safeguard critical sewage treatment infrastructure from the corrosive effects of industrial pollutants clandestinely discharged into domestic
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Adani Green Energy Powers Up 775 MW Solar Projects in Gujarat

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  • . March 30, 2024

In a groundbreaking development, Adani Green Energy has officially commenced operations at its 775-megawatt solar power projects located in Khavda,
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Pune Metro Considers Extending Operational Hours to Cater Late-Night Commuters

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  • . March 30, 2024

In response to escalating demands from the commuter base, particularly among frequent flyers reliant on evening transport, Pune Metro authorities
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MMRDA Secures Rs 500 Crore for Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar Slum Redevelopment

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  • . March 30, 2024

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has successfully secured a significant financial boost of Rs 500 crore from the
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India’s Refined Oil Exports Decline 15% on Back of Margin Pressures

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  • . March 30, 2024

India’s refined oil export sector encountered a substantial setback in March, witnessing a significant decline of 15% compared to the
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Intercity Taxi Fare Hike Mumbai-Nashik and Mumbai-Shirdi Routes Affected

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  • . March 30, 2024

Mumbai’s intercity taxi landscape is poised for a transformation as the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority (MMRTA) greenlights a fare

The proposed 'Third Mumbai' project surrounding the Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link) has encountered fierce opposition, with more than 5,000 objections filed against the state government's ambitious endeavor. Spanning across a vast expanse of 323 square kilometers and encompassing 124 villages within the Panvel, Uran, and Pen talukas, the project has sparked a contentious debate over its potential ramifications and perceived lack of local benefits. The objections, predominantly emanating from Uran and Panvel talukas, represent a unified stance against the proposed development, with further dissent expected from Pen taluka in the near future. This surge of opposition marks the fifth instance since 2003 wherein locals have vehemently contested government plans, citing persistent alterations in planning frameworks and administrative oversight. Central to the villagers' discontent is the perceived absence of adequate compensation mechanisms under the Land Acquisition Act of 2014, raising concerns regarding the equitable distribution of benefits and burdens associated with the project. The notification issued on March 4 this year, delineating the project's scope, encompasses 29 villages under Uran tehsil, seven villages under Panvel, and 88 villages under Pen tehsil, underscoring the far-reaching implications of the proposed development. Further scrutiny of the notification reveals the inclusion of 80 villages falling within the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA), 33 villages within the Khopta New Town Notified Area, two villages governed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Plan, and nine villages under the Raigad Regional Plan. This expansive coverage underscores the comprehensive nature of the project's ambit, raising pertinent questions regarding its socio-economic and environmental impact. In response to the government's proposals, villagers have coalesced under the banner of the 'MMRDA Virodhi Shetkari Sangharsh Samiti' to mount a concerted opposition campaign. Intensified advocacy efforts have been launched across the affected talukas, symbolizing a grassroots mobilization against perceived encroachments on local autonomy and livelihoods. As deliberations continue, the burgeoning resistance against the 'Third Mumbai' project underscores the complexities inherent in balancing developmental imperatives with community concerns. The outcome of this protracted dispute will inevitably shape the trajectory of urban planning initiatives in the region, emphasizing the critical importance of stakeholder engagement and participatory decision-making processes in fostering sustainable development.
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Controversy Erupts ‘Third Mumbai’ Plan Met With 5,000 Objections

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  • . March 30, 2024

The proposed ‘Third Mumbai’ project surrounding the Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link) has encountered fierce opposition, with more than