The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is hoping for a better quality of life as the federal and state governments prepare development plans for Viksit Bharat and Viksit Maharashtra by 2047. A large digital survey was held to understand what people want. It received 3.88 lakh responses. Ease of living and quality of life came out as the main focus areas.
Pune sent the highest number of replies at 30,121. Mumbai Suburban followed with 20,189, and Mumbai City sent 21,389 responses. The survey covered the entire MMR, which includes Mumbai City, Mumbai Suburban, Thane, and Raigad.
The feedback was grouped into recommendations, concerns, and long-term goals. Many people said quality of life to them meant better roads and safe, reliable, low-cost public transport. Ease of living was linked to smoother digital services like utility connections and land records.
People highlighted the need to reduce traffic congestion, improve road safety, and expand affordable housing. They also spoke about pollution control, green spaces, and more jobs for the region.
In Mumbai City, overcrowding was one of the biggest concerns. Water and air pollution were also major issues. Many residents pointed to unequal access to affordable housing. These worries made up over 30% of the city’s responses. People also asked for stronger garbage management and more Metro routes. These suggestions made up 26% of the recommendations.
Residents of Mumbai Suburban shared strong concerns about daily transport struggles. Many said the cost of living was too high and rental homes were hard to find. Public infrastructure was overworked, and people felt services were not equal across areas.
Thane recorded 12,945 responses. Most of the concerns were about poor housing options and rising unemployment, especially among educated youth. People also reported weak traffic management and growing congestion. Many said public services were slow, unclear, and inefficient.
Raigad received 3,165 responses. Many residents wanted better access from the ports to Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. They also asked for upgraded coastal highway routes. Faster and more transparent public services were important to them. Bad last-mile road connectivity, poor road upkeep, and traffic jams were common complaints.
A total of 59,994 replies were listed as “Not Clear”. These respondents did not mention their district. The survey was designed to avoid collecting personal data. The government will use this feedback to shape its long-term plans for 2047.
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