Protecting waterfronts even as development continues in Mumbai
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Protecting waterfronts even as development continues in Mumbai

In a move that is expected to push development of high-rises closer to India’s coastline, the Ministry of Environment has approved the Coastal Zone Management Plan. How does this impact the land-starved Greater Mumbai, with its huge demand and not enough space to enhance supply? Now developers in Mumbai can build just 50 metres away from water lines along the coast. 

Land-starved Mumbai is the seat of a hot debate on balancing development with protecting eco-sensitive zones and preventing ingress of sea water into the city. E Jayashree Kurup speaks to developers and experts about the fine balance required.

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In a move that is expected to push development of high-rises closer to India’s coastline, the Ministry of Environment has approved the Coastal Zone Management Plan. How does this impact the land-starved Greater Mumbai, with its huge demand and not enough space to enhance supply? Now developers in Mumbai can build just 50 metres away from water lines along the coast. Land-starved Mumbai is the seat of a hot debate on balancing development with protecting eco-sensitive zones and preventing ingress of sea water into the city. E Jayashree Kurup speaks to developers and experts about the fine balance required.Click here to know more…

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