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Dharavi Redevelopment Expansion to Help 100,000+ Ineligible Residents
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Dharavi Redevelopment Expansion to Help 100,000+ Ineligible Residents

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced an expansion of Dharavi's redevelopment plan to include over 100,000 ineligible slum-dwellers alongside the 60,000 eligible residents from before 2007. This decision marks a departure from the previous Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government's approach, which focused solely on eligible residents. Shinde stated that adhering to the earlier criteria made the project nearly unfeasible and emphasised the need for better communication with the public about the realities of redevelopment. The Mahayuti government is now formulating a comprehensive housing development policy, with plans to finalise it by February. This policy will include schemes for senior citizens, making Maharashtra the first state to introduce such provisions, and will also promote affordable, eco-friendly housing. As part of its broader housing initiatives, the government has set a target of constructing 100,000 homes for mill workers. Tenders have been invited, and two bids have already been received. Shinde directed officials to explore housing solutions for mill workers who have returned to their native villages in Maharashtra. During a review meeting, Shinde assessed various housing projects, including the redevelopment of BDD Chawl, Patrachawl, and Motilal Nagar colonies, as well as housing schemes for police personnel and mill workers. The meeting also covered rehabilitation projects at GTB Nagar Soyam and initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Shinde stressed the importance of simplifying housing processes under MHADA and SRA schemes, aiming to make procedures more accessible through online platforms. The housing policy will include several initiatives such as hostels for women workers, student accommodations, worker housing, and affordable rental housing. Shinde reiterated the government’s commitment to making home ownership an achievable dream for all citizens. (freepressjournal)

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced an expansion of Dharavi's redevelopment plan to include over 100,000 ineligible slum-dwellers alongside the 60,000 eligible residents from before 2007. This decision marks a departure from the previous Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government's approach, which focused solely on eligible residents. Shinde stated that adhering to the earlier criteria made the project nearly unfeasible and emphasised the need for better communication with the public about the realities of redevelopment. The Mahayuti government is now formulating a comprehensive housing development policy, with plans to finalise it by February. This policy will include schemes for senior citizens, making Maharashtra the first state to introduce such provisions, and will also promote affordable, eco-friendly housing. As part of its broader housing initiatives, the government has set a target of constructing 100,000 homes for mill workers. Tenders have been invited, and two bids have already been received. Shinde directed officials to explore housing solutions for mill workers who have returned to their native villages in Maharashtra. During a review meeting, Shinde assessed various housing projects, including the redevelopment of BDD Chawl, Patrachawl, and Motilal Nagar colonies, as well as housing schemes for police personnel and mill workers. The meeting also covered rehabilitation projects at GTB Nagar Soyam and initiatives under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Shinde stressed the importance of simplifying housing processes under MHADA and SRA schemes, aiming to make procedures more accessible through online platforms. The housing policy will include several initiatives such as hostels for women workers, student accommodations, worker housing, and affordable rental housing. Shinde reiterated the government’s commitment to making home ownership an achievable dream for all citizens. (freepressjournal)

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