Kanjurmarg Metro 6 car shed over Eastern Express Highway, flood level

25 Aug 2023 CW Team

The clarification followed a complaint lodged by environmentalist Debi Goenka with the Union Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change. In the complaint, Goenka asserted that the Maharashtra government was actively seeking to authorize the building of metro car sheds and low-cost housing on salt pan lands situated within the boundaries of the low tide line and the high tide line. This categorization placed these lands under the CRZ IB category.

Goenka further remarked that there was another proposal to construct public housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana within the same vicinity. He cautioned against permitting such constructions under the pretext of public infrastructure, as he believed it would trigger a rush among developers to exploit Mumbai's salt pan lands.

He pointed out that salt pans are situated between the high tide line and the low tide line, falling within the CRZ IB category as defined by the CRZ notifications of 2011 and 2019. Hence, he insisted that any activity contradicting the guidelines of these notifications should not be permitted on salt pans.

Salt pans play a crucial role in preserving the coastal areas' geomorphological stability. They function as absorbent buffers, soaking up rainwater and serving as the final line of defense against flooding in the city. He stressed that the susceptibility of a city like Mumbai, prone to high tides and seasonal monsoon floods, would amplify if these salt pan lands were repurposed. He cited the warning of BMC chief Iqbal Chahal, who had already forecasted that by 2050, substantial portions of the city might be submerged due to rising sea levels.

Also read:
Srinagar gears up for E-bus launch
Green flag to Pavana Valley Villages to Kusgaon Budruk road

Metropolitan commissioner Sanjay Mukherjee mentioned that the ground level for the Metro Line 6 car shed at Kanjurmarg would be constructed above the Eastern Express Highway (EEH) and the local flood level. He also added that the land for the car shed had been planned outside the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) area to ensure adherence to regulations. The clarification followed a complaint lodged by environmentalist Debi Goenka with the Union Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change. In the complaint, Goenka asserted that the Maharashtra government was actively seeking to authorize the building of metro car sheds and low-cost housing on salt pan lands situated within the boundaries of the low tide line and the high tide line. This categorization placed these lands under the CRZ IB category. Goenka further remarked that there was another proposal to construct public housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana within the same vicinity. He cautioned against permitting such constructions under the pretext of public infrastructure, as he believed it would trigger a rush among developers to exploit Mumbai's salt pan lands. He pointed out that salt pans are situated between the high tide line and the low tide line, falling within the CRZ IB category as defined by the CRZ notifications of 2011 and 2019. Hence, he insisted that any activity contradicting the guidelines of these notifications should not be permitted on salt pans. Salt pans play a crucial role in preserving the coastal areas' geomorphological stability. They function as absorbent buffers, soaking up rainwater and serving as the final line of defense against flooding in the city. He stressed that the susceptibility of a city like Mumbai, prone to high tides and seasonal monsoon floods, would amplify if these salt pan lands were repurposed. He cited the warning of BMC chief Iqbal Chahal, who had already forecasted that by 2050, substantial portions of the city might be submerged due to rising sea levels. Also read: Srinagar gears up for E-bus launch Green flag to Pavana Valley Villages to Kusgaon Budruk road

Products

06 Oct 2025

TOTO India Launches Premium G & L Showers with Sleek Faucet Range

TOTO India has launched its G Shower and L Shower series, alongside an expanded range of GT, LH, and Pull-Out lavatory faucets. The collection blends advanced technology, refined aesthetics, and everyday comfort, staying true to TOTO’s philosophy of creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional. The G Shower series delivers the 3Rs of showering: Relaxing, Refreshing, and Revitalizing. Features include the Calming Shawl spray mode, Warm Spa technology, and multiple overhead and hand-shower options across eight finishes. The L Shower complements this with easy-to-use controls sui..

Infrastructure Energy

06 Oct 2025

Hero Future Energies Secures Funding for 120 MW Hybrid Project

Hero Future Energies (HFE), through its SPV Clean Renewable Energy Hybrid Three, has secured Rs 19.08 billion in funding from the State Bank of India (lead) and Canara Bank. The funds will be used to develop and construct HFE’s 120 MW renewable energy hybrid project at Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The project, contracted with SJVN, integrates wind, solar, and storage technologies to deliver reliable peak power. With a 21-year repayment period, the funding ensures timely execution and the commencement of commercial operations. The financial closure demonstrates continued lender confidence in..

Infrastructure Energy

06 Oct 2025

IOC GPS Renewables Raises Rs 8.36 billion Debt for Compressed Biogas Plants

IOC GPS Renewables Private Limited (IGRPL), a joint venture between IndianOil Corporation and GPS Renewables, has raised Rs 8.36 billion (approx. US$ 95 million) in debt financing from Indian Bank to execute nine Compressed Biogas (CBG) projects across India. The funding is the largest single-bank debt raise in the CBG sector and the first fully non-recourse financing in India for these projects. The plants—four in Haryana, three in Uttar Pradesh, one each in Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh—will each produce 15 tonnes of CBG per day using paddy straw as feedstock. All nin..