Maharashtra’s Housing Minister, Pankaj Bhoyar, assured the Legislative Assembly of the government’s commitment to fast-track redevelopment and housing initiatives in Kamathipura and Umerkhadi areas of South Mumbai. Responding to MLA Amin Patel’s motion, Minister Bhoyar disclosed that a decision was made on January 12, 2023, to undertake cluster redevelopment of old buildings in Kamathipura.
This redevelopment project aims to offer safe homes to around 8,000 families, with a Special Planning Authority established for the purpose on July 9, 2025. Tenders were released on June 22, 2025, and construction work is set to kick off in the coming months. Minister Bhoyar highlighted the project’s importance, mentioning plans to designate it as a ‘Vital Project’ with the approval of the Housing Minister and Chief Minister.
In Umerkhadi, redevelopment of 81 buildings will be phased out, with work on 36 buildings commencing first. The government has already spent Rs 12 crore on protective repairs for 12 buildings, with additional funds to follow as necessary. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule also announced positive steps to grant ownership rights to approximately 4,500 houses in the Hinganghat Fail area of Wardha district, addressing concerns raised by member Rajesh Bakane.
Under the current housing policy, it is mandatory to reserve 20% of houses for Economically Weaker Sections and Low Income Group categories in projects exceeding 4,000 square meters. Minister Bawankule revealed plans to investigate malpractices in Nashik Municipal Corporation, where developers allegedly manipulated rules to evade housing reservations for the disadvantaged. A high-level committee has been formed to probe these irregularities and ensure accountability.
