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Adani-Backed Dharavi Redevelopment Gets Boost as Govt Eases Land Rules in Kurla
In a significant move to push forward the Dharavi redevelopment project, the Maharashtra government has relaxed key land-use conditions on an 8.5-hectare (21-acre) state-owned plot in Kurla, allowing its use for commercial development and the transfer of development rights (TDR).
The decision, taken at the state cabinet meeting on Tuesday, is expected to facilitate faster rehabilitation of residents who will not qualify for in-situ housing under the ongoing redevelopment plan.
The Kurla land, earlier allotted for the rehabilitation of non-eligible Dharavi residents, was transferred to the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) set up in January 2024 for the project. The SPV comprises the state’s Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) and Gautam Adani-owned Navbharat Mega Developers Pvt Ltd (NMDPL).
Officials familiar with the development said the cabinet has now permitted the SPV to develop and sell commercial components on the Kurla plot, in addition to granting TDR benefits under clause 33(10)(A) of the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034.
“To facilitate the implementation of the project, the terms and conditions in the earlier resolution and the draft agreement by the Mumbai Suburban District Collector have been aligned with the housing and urban development department’s policies,” stated a release issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO).
The statement further said that the Kurla plot will play a crucial role in accommodating the 3.5 lakh families who are not eligible for in-situ rehabilitation. A total of 8.5 lakh families are expected to be rehabilitated under the Dharavi project, with 5 lakh being accommodated within the 620-acre Dharavi zone, of which 296 acres have been earmarked for redevelopment.
The plot was initially transferred on June 14, 2024, at only 25% of the ready reckoner rate, citing the project’s public importance. It was allotted under the Occupancy Class II category of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, which restricts outright sale or sub-leasing of the land. However, certain restrictions, such as segmenting and amalgamating the land with prior approval have now been eased.
