With multiple infrastructural development projects underway and improving connectivity, Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) has emerged as one of the top realty hotspots.
Mumbai City Guardian Minister Deepak Kesarkar recently shared several plans aimed at the city’s development. These include the redevelopment of places of worship, the establishment of day and night care centres, and the preservation of local traditions by transforming them into tourist attractions.
Kesarkar discussed several concepts while addressing a press conference held at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters.
Key Proposals That Could Reshape the City:
Mumbai Eye
Earlier this year, the state government had proposed setting up a “Mumbai Eye”, a replica of the popular tourist destination, “London Eye”, which is a giant observation wheel.
In April this year, the MMRDA had also floated a tender to appoint a consultant to carry out a feasibility study for this project.
The proposed Mumbai Eye project could be set up on Mahalaxmi racecourse land parcel.
Theme Park
A proposal has been suggested to coexist Mahalaxmi Racecourse with an amusement park on the BMC-owned portion of the land, with a tunnel connecting the park with the Coastal Road. This would be done without relocating the racecourse.
The idea of setting up a theme park was first proposed by the Shiv Sena in 2013, when it was in the majority in the civic body.
This is the first time that a person holding governing authority has officially mentioned the possibility of coexistence between the racecourse and the proposed park.
Revamp of places of worship
Plans have also been submitted for the revamp of Banganga, Mahalaxmi Temple, and Mumbadevi Temple. Kesarkar also suggested the development of facilities and amenities for tourists and devotees—while preserving traditional elements—at Banganga and Haji Ali.
The government has already sanctioned INR 220 crore for the development of the Mumbadevi temple premises. Even a road from Mahalaxmi temple to the nearby parking lot will be open by October 15, ahead of the Navratri festival.
Safeguarding local traditions
A special policy to provide dedicated spaces for hawkers hawkers is also being chalked out by the BMC. Additionally, plans are underway to establish food courts in Koliwadas.
Kesarkar submitted 42 points to the BMC administration for consideration, including the development of Koliwadas of Cuffe Parade, Worli and Mahim into tourist spots which will have traditional food, dance and a facility of stay at fishermen’s homes.
Night food trucks run by women’s self-help groups can be used to encourage the city’s traditions like Koli food, Malvani food, and Jain/Gujarati food at various spots.
Day Care Centre for Senior Citizens
Day care centres for senior citizens are being set up in two South Mumbai wards, with plans to establish a total of eight such centres in the area.
These day care centres will have dedicated buses that will provide doorstep pick up and drop services to the senior citizens for free.
The first two centres are already in the implementation stage and are expected to become operational within the next two months.
Night Centre For Homeless
A proposal has also been put forward to establish night shelters for people who sleep on footpaths, along with a special drive aimed at making the city drug-free.
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