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MUMBAI: In yet another step in the growing opposition to the proposed felling of 706 trees along the Eastern Express Highway (EEH) for an elevated road project, a legal notice has been served to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The notice, filed on Friday by activist-advocate Sagar Devre, challenges the move to clear trees for the 12.95 km elevated road between Chedda Nagar in Ghatkopar and Anand Nagar in Mulund, being developed by the MMRDA. The project is an extension of the Eastern Freeway that connects Mazgaon in south Mumbai to Chedda Nagar (16.8 km). Another elevated road of 8.24 km from Anand Nagar to Saket, Thane, is also on the cards. Devre's notice alleges that the tree felling violates the precautionary principle and citizens' right to a healthy environment, arguing that the authorities have failed to genuinely explore alternatives that could minimise tree loss. "It is not clear from the public domain that all possible alternatives to minimise tree loss were genuinely explored. The project appears to be pursuing the most convenient route rather than the most sustainable one," the notice states. Devre also points to the poor track record of tree transplantation in Mumbai, claiming that survival rates have been historically low, as little as 20% in some cases. He further criticises the public consultation process as "rushed and non-transparent", citing past examples of infrastructure projects in the city. Meanwhile, the MMRDA, which is implementing the project, said that the design had been realigned to reduce tree loss and protect the Pink Trumpet trees, known for their cherry-blossom-like blooms that line the Eastern Express Highway. "The project has been redesigned to preserve as many trees as possible, especially the Pink Trumpet trees, which are an integral part of the area's landscape," said an MMRDA official. According to the agency, 4,175 trees will be planted as a compensatory measure, 949 trees will be retained, and 386 will be transplanted. The Pink Trumpet trees, a favourite among residents from Ghatkopar to Mulund, have long been a defining feature of the Eastern Express Highway's service road, where locals often walk, jog, or cycle under their shade. For the past two weeks, residents of Vikhroli and nearby areas have also been voicing their objections to the proposed tree felling, demanding that authorities rethink the project's design to safeguard the green cover.
Mumbai, Jul 17 (PTI) The Maharashtra government is committed to bringing back Marathi speaking families who were forced to leave Mumbai due to lack of affordable housing, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Thursday. Replying to a debate under Rule 293 in the assembly, Shinde said the Mahayuti government is undertaking a major urban transformation of Mumbai that will bring "historic changes" in the lives of its residents. The state government has drafted a new housing policy to construct 35 lakh affordable homes with an investment of Rs 70,000 crore. The homes will be environmentally ...Read More >
In a renewed push for slum redevelopment, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday approved the formation of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) between private developers and the Shivshahi Rehabilitation Project Ltd (SRPL), signalling an attempt to revive the long-dormant state-run housing body and fast-track stalled projects. The decision, taken in the birth centenary year of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray, is being positioned as part of a broader effort to realise his vision of ...Read More >
Mumbai: The long-awaited 'Red Revolution' has officially arrived in the Mira-Bhayandar region. On April 7, 2026, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) inaugurated the first phase of Metro Line 9, stretching from Dahisar East to Kashigaon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde presided over the high-profile inauguration yesterday. The opening marks a historic milestone for the northern suburbs, providing a high-speed, air-conditioned alternative to the infamously congested Western Express Highway and the perennial struggle of boarding o ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Friday, directed the administration that after the completion of major infrastructure projects, nearby government land should be identified and developed into new economic hubs on the lines of the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC). He gave these directives during a review meeting of the north-bound Versova to Bhayandar coastal road project. Chief Minister Fadnavis also instructed that the road project be executed while conserving the mangrove forests. He emphasised that additional mangrove areas should be developed t ...Read More >
Mumbai Monorail train stuck between two stations due to power failure (Image: Videograb/X) As continuous rains lash Mumbai leading to flooding, a monorail train got stuck on an elevated track in Mumbai's Vashi Gaon area on Tuesday due to a power supply issue. With several passengers stranded onboard, rescue operations started immediately. The fire brigade reached the spot in a bid to evacuate the passengers using crane. The Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation said the monorail train had ex ...Read More >
Mumbai: Traffic woes in central Mumbai are set to intensify with the closure of the Elphinstone Road road overbridge (ROB), a vital link between Parel and Prabhadevi that straddles Central and Western Railway tracks.The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has decided to dismantle and rebuild the bridge as part of the Sewri-Worli Connector project. This will be the fifth British-era bridge in the city to go under the hammer after the shutdown of the Sion ROB, Carnac bridge, Bellasis bridge, and Reay Road bridge.The closure will force motorists to rely on Tilak bridge at Dad ...Read More >
Mumbai Monorail Train: The incident of the breakdown was reported at 7.15 am, officials said. Mumbai (Maharashtra): Monorail services were resumed after a nearly two-hour-long halt that occured on Monday morning due to technical glitches in Mumbai's Wadala area. Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) said all passengers onboard were safely evacuated from the monorail. "17 passengers were evacuated after a technical glitch happened in the monorail at Wadala. Passengers were e ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Usually, an infrastructure project subject to delays in completion witnesses a sizeable cost escalation. This time around, however, a project's cost has been trimmed by nearly 40% by deleting some of its components and changing its design. This is the Uttan-Virar Sea Link (UVSL), to be implemented by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The changes happened on the directive of chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday. As per the estimates and plans prepared by MMRDA and submitted to the state government this January, the project had an estimated cost of ₹8 ...Read More >
Bengaluru: For millions of people, the sudden, sharp pain of tooth due to sensitivity can turn a sip of cold water into a jolt. Now, researchers at Indian Institute of Science (IISc), in collaboration with Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup Theranautilus, have engineered "CalBots" - magnetic nanobots that can seal the problem at its source.As per IISc, CalBots are 400-nanometre particles loaded with a calcium silicate-based bioceramic formula, designed to travel 500 micrometres deep inside dentinal tubules, the tiny tunnels in the tooth that lead to nerve endings. Guided by an external magnetic ...Read More >
Mumbai: The city woke up to a chaotic morning as heavy showers lashed the city, causing widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert, warning of intense to very intense rainfall over the next three hours, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Heavy Showers Hit Mumbai's Suburbs Mumbai woke up to torrential rains, particularly affecting the suburbs. Byculla, Mahalaxmi, and parts of Kings Circle were submerged in water, causing severe traffic snarls. Pedestrians and motorists were seen wading through knee-deep ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: As Ashwini Bhide, who has 31 years of experience in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), takes charge as the new civic commissioner of Mumbai, she is tasked with handling key infrastructure projects, pre-monsoon preparations, and other civic issues. Her appointment comes two months after the BMC elections, in which the BJP-Shinde Sena alliance won, and a month after the administration presented the massive budget of over Rs 80,000 crore. Track record of delivering key projects However, Bhide is known for her firm, no-nonsense, and result-oriented administrative style, ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) A technical glitch caused a temporary suspension of the Mumbai Monorail service early Monday morning in the Wadala area, leaving several passengers stranded mid-journey, who were evacuated safely. The incident occurred between the Antophill Bus Depot and GTBN Monorail Station, around 07.16 a.m., according to an official update from the BMC. The affected monorail was carrying passengers at the time. Out of these, 17 passengers were stranded on the halted coach but were safely evacuated by 7.45 a.m. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported during ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Ashwini Bhide, 55, an IAS officer of 1995 batch, widely known as the 'Metro Woman of Mumbai' for spearheading the Aqua Line (Metro 3) and navigating challenges of land acquisition and resettling project affected people, has emerged as the front-runner for the post of commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Commissioner (BMC), the country's richest civic body. Bhide will become the first woman IAS officer to make it to the position, when she takes over from the current civic chief Bh ...Read More >
Shinde also stressed on the importance of skill development, educational initiatives, tourism promotion, and infrastructure projects for holistic district growth Deputy Chief Minister and Guardian Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday announced that a comprehensive development plan will be implemented for Thane district to tackle traffic congestion, flood relief, smart health centers, smart schools, renewable energy, tourism, and employment generation. Shinde said that an MMRDA expert panel has been ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Monorail services were resumed after a nearly two-hour-long halt that occured on Monday morning due to technical glitches in Mumbai's Wadala area. Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) said all passengers onboard were safely evacuated from the monorail. Also Read | Kolkata Fatafat Result Today, September 15, 2025: Kolkata FF Live Winning Numbers Released, Know When and Where To Check Result Chart of Satta Matka-Type Lottery Game. "17 passengers were evacuated after a technical glitch happened in the monorail at Wadala. Pas ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai after overnight heavy rainfall caused severe waterlogging in several parts of the city. According to IMD Mumbai, intense to very intense spells of rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph are likely to continue in Mumbai and adjoining districts of Thane and Raigad. Also Read | Tamil Nadu Weather Forecast: IMD Predicts Heavy Rain Across Multiple Districts Over Next Few Days, Check Details. The downpour disrupted traffic movemen ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 19: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday ordered probe after hundreds of passengers had a narrow escape after a major breakdown of the Mumbai Monorail due to heavy rains today. Services were disrupted when a monorail running between Bhakti Park and Chembur stopped abruptly near Mysore Colony station, leaving passengers stranded inside for hours. There are reports that there were around 400 passengers inside the monorail when the incident occurred. Rescue operation has been initiated to save the passengers stranded in the monorail. Fadnavis Orders Probe Fadna ...Read More >
Mumbai: Mumbai woke up to a drenched Monday after heavy overnight showers lashed the city, leading the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert early in the morning for the next few hours. The department cautioned of intense to very intense spells of rain with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph for the next three hours, urging residents to exercise caution. Details On Rainfall Data According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the city recorded heavy rainfall between midnight and 8 am on September 15. Bandra's Pali Chimbai area topped ...Read More >
The Supreme Court has warned the Maharashtra government over inadequate implementation of compensatory afforestation related to projects like the Mumbai Metro and Goregaon-Mulund Link Road. The court may revoke permissions for tree felling if proper steps are not proposed by November 11. The Supreme Court issued a stern warning to the Maharashtra government regarding lax implementation of compensatory afforestation, crucial for projects like the Mumbai Metro Rail and Goregaon-Mulund Link Road. T ...Read More >
Mumbai: IAS officer Ashwini Bhide, known as the 'Metro Woman', has been appointed as the Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). She is the first woman to be appointed as the head of the richest municipal corporation in Asia. The announcement regarding this was made on Tuesday. Just a few days ago, she had been appointed as the Principal Secretary to the Maharashtra Chief Minister. Bhide will now head the BMC and will serve a full three-year tenure before her retirement in 2030. Bhide is a native of the Sangli district. She is an officer of the 1995-batch of the Indian ...Read More >
Mumbai: With BMC polls approaching and talk of the Thackeray cousins coming together, deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday focused on Marathi voters in the city. In his speech in the state assembly, he claimed that the Mahayuti govt was helping the Marathi manoos return to the city.Speaking about the state's efforts to restart stalled redevelopment projects, he said, "Marathi people have to leave the city and move to distant suburbs like Vasai and Nalasopara. Many are stuck in transit camps for years. These homes will help Marathi people return to Mumbai."He attacked Shiv Sena (UBT) ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19 (ANI): Preliminary investigation into the Mumbai Monorail incident that occurred on Tuesday evening have revealed that overcrowding was the main reason, stated a press note by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The MMRDA in their press note mentioned that due to overcrowding, the weight of the monorail had risen to 109 metric tonnes, which crossed its designed capacity of 104 metric tonnes, causing a break in the mechanical contact between the power rail and the current collector, resulting in the disruption of power supply. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19 (ANI): Preliminary investigation into the Mumbai Monorail incident on Tuesday evening has revealed that overcrowding was the primary cause of the disruption, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) stated in a press note. The MMRDA in their press note mentioned that due to overcrowding, the weight of the monorail had risen to 109 metric tonnes, which crossed its designed capacity of 104 metric tonnes, causing a break in the mechanical contact between the power rail and the current collector, resulting in the disruption of power supp ...Read More >
Mumbai: The under-construction Mumbai Metro Line 7A on Monday, 14th July 2025, marked a significant milestone with the successful breakthrough of the upline tunnel, the second and final tunnel of the corridor connecting Andheri (East) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The initial drive of the TBM named Dhruv started on 4th November 2023. The length of this upline tunnel is about 1.65 km, which requires the installation of 1178 rings of 1.4m length for the tunnel lining. The finished tunnel diameter is 5.6 m, and precast ring segments consisting of 6 parts are used as the t ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Monorail services were resumed after a nearly two-hour-long halt that occured on Monday morning due to technical glitches in Mumbai's Wadala area. Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) said all passengers onboard were safely evacuated from the monorail. "17 passengers were evacuated after a technical glitch happened in the monorail at Wadala. Passengers were evacuated at 7:45 am," MMRDA PRO said in a statement. The incident of the breakdown was reported at 7.15 am, officials said. According to fire department officials, t ...Read More >
Mumbai: To enable Mumbai to handle rainfall crossing 100 mm per hour, the BMC will submit a master plan to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The plan is been prepared in coordination with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and is expected to be submitted in July. Currently, Mumbai's storm water drainage systems is designed to handle only 55 mm rainfall per hour. Acknowledging, the recurring flood crisis in Mumbai, the NDMA, under the ministry of Home Affairs, had allocated Rs 500 crore last year to BMC to implement the flood mitigation measures. After the civic body submits ...Read More >
Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh) [India] July 17 (ANI): In a shocking incident in Madhya Nayanapalli village of Pakala mandal, a man named Giri allegedly murdered his wife and two daughters and then attempted to take his own life. According to police reports, Giri and his wife, Hemalatha, had two daughters. In a heinous act, Giri reportedly pushed his wife and daughters into a well. A family member stated that he received a call informing him that Giri had thrown his wife and children into a well. When locals rushed to the spot, they found that Giri had tried to slit his own throat in an apparent s ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 15 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) today issued a red alert for Mumbai as the city wakes to dark skies. The department warns of intense to very intense rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds between 30 to 40 kmph. Alongside, the Bombay Municipal Corporation has urged citizens to stay vigilant and made its emergency control room number 1916 available for assistance. Severe rains triggered widespread waterlogging and transport disruptions. Streets turned ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday and urged him to help farmers who have faced losses due to heavy rains that lashed parts of the state recently. Alongside, the chief minister also sought approval to develop three defence corridors in the state, transfer of 58-acre land in Dahisar to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for public amenities, and permission for mining in Gadchiroli to make steel, cheaper than China. After his meeting with Modi, Fadnavis told media in New Delhi that he had handed over a memorandum and briefe ...Read More >
MUMBAI: With the State Election Commission on Monday announcing January 15 as the date of the BMC polls, political activity in the city has intensified, with all major parties holding high-level meetings to finalise strategies and chart their campaign plans. The buzzword being flung around this time by almost all the contenders appears to be "development". The Shiv Sena (UBT), which has held power in the BMC for five consecutive terms, said that it remained confident about voters backing its record. "Electoral performance is the true measure of public approval," said Mumbai South-Central MP A ...Read More >