Mafia to Metropolitan City : Mumbai
Mumbai is buzzing with big plans. NITI Aayog, the government’s think tank, has laid out a bold vision for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The plan? To transform the region into an economic powerhouse, with thriving business districts, tourism hubs, and affordable housing for millions. Imagine a city where slums no longer exist. That’s one of the goals of this master plan. In a city like Mumbai, where almost half the population lives in slums, this is a big deal. NITI Aayog wants to rehabilitate 2.2 million slum homes, some of which are on land owned by the railways, ports, and defense agencies. The think tank believes that this land, which is financially attractive, could be redeveloped for better use, turning these slum areas into modern, affordable housing complexes. The affordable housing model is inspired by Singapore’s public housing system. The plan proposes homes with a rent of less than ₹15,000 for a 400-square-foot property, ensuring that even low-income families ca...