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BMC Seeks Election Commission Nod to Fast-track Gokhale Bridge Alignment

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  • . April 1, 2024

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is gearing up to seek approval from the to expedite the process of merging the levels
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BMC Struggles to Reclaim ₹64.60 Crore Penalty from Contractor

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  • . April 1, 2024

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) finds itself in a challenging position as it grapples with the task of recovering a
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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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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

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Toll Surge Bandra-Worli Sea Link Rates to Rise by 18%

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  • . March 30, 2024

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, an iconic infrastructure landmark in Mumbai, is set to witness a significant increase in toll rates

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

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Power Failure Strikes South Mumbai

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  • . March 30, 2024

In a striking disruption to the bustling financial hub of South Mumbai, several key localities including Mahapalika Marg, Marine Lines,

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Bio-Medical Waste Crisis Hospitals’ Negligence Fuels Pollution Peril

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  • . March 29, 2024

A recent audit conducted by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Mumbai,
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Metro Ticketing Turmoil Integration Woes Impact Commuters

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  • . March 29, 2024

The Mumbai Metro, an integral component of the city’s public transportation network, faces operational challenges as discrepancies emerge in the
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BMC Sets May 31 Deadline for 50% Completion of Phase 1 CC Road Project

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  • . March 29, 2024

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is actively pursuing its ambitious road cement concretisation (CC) project, aiming to achieve significant milestones