State PCS - Maharashtra (MPSC)

• 02 Jun 2025

Dharavi Project Master Plan Approved

Why in News? 

The Maharashtra government approved the master plan for the Dharavi redevelopment project, emphasizing that it should be developed in an environmentally friendly and integrated manner while preserving its original concept. 

Key Points 

• Dharavi Redevelopment Plan (DRP): 
  • The Dharavi Redevelopment Plan is a joint venture between the Adani Group and the Maharashtra government. 
  • The redevelopment plan aims for an integrated development approach encompassing residential, commercial, and industrial aspects. 
  • The redevelopment plan's floor space index of over 4 indicates a significant intensity of land use, emphasizing the multi-dimensional nature of the project. 
  • This project highlights the public-private partnership aspect in addressing urban redevelopment challenges. 
• Concerns: 
  • Many residents have expressed concerns about the future of small-scale manufacturing units and informal industries, which form the economic backbone of Dharavi. 
  • Concerns have also been raised regarding the lack of public consultation and the absence of a clear rehabilitation roadmap. 
  • However, the government has emphasized that the top priority of the project should be the rehabilitation of local artisans and those running small-scale businesses. 
• About Dharavi: 
  • Dharavi is the biggest slum cluster of Asia that lies on prime property right in the middle of Mumbai. 
  • It was founded in 1882 at the time of the British Raj.