In a move to boost the tourism in Mumbai, six medieval and British era forts in the city will soon be developed as tourist spots, venues for cultural events and a numismatic museum by the state government.
This development comes as it will generate resources for their conservation, make the project financially self-sustaining, and develop these sites as cultural venues. Therefore, a final proposal for the same would be sent to the government soon.
The six forts include Bandra, Worli, Sewri, Mahim, Dharavi, and Saint George.
As per reports, the forts are likely to get a sound-and-light show detailing the history of Mumbai, which can be accessed using a mobile app to prevent any noise pollution in the vicinity.
Moreover, an architect has been appointed to draw up a plan for the conservation and protection of these forts and the development of a fort circuit.
The project was being driven by the departments of tourism and culture after a meeting between Aaditya Thackeray, tourism minister and the guardian minister for the Mumbai suburban district, and cultural affairs minister Amit Deshmukh.
In the meeting, it was conveyed that committees under the district collectors of Mumbai city, and the suburban district will monitor works other than those related to archaeological conservation.
Govt’s redevelopment plan include: