Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority Initiates Land Acquisition for Proposed 'Third Mumbai'
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has begun the process of land acquisition for the proposed 'Third Mumbai' – the Karnala-Sai-Chirner (KSC) New Town – along the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu corridor.
Key Highlights:
- Land Acquisition Area: The notification covers a 323.44 sq km area spanning Uran, Panvel, and Pen talukas.
- Number of Villages: The land acquisition process involves 124 villages in Raigad.
- Compensation Routes: Landowners can opt for multiple compensation routes, including acquisition through mutual agreement with monetary compensation or compensation in the form of floor space index (FSI) and transferable development rights (TDR).
- Return of Developed Land: Under the proposed land pooling model, 22.5% of developed land will be returned to landowners.
- Digitisation of Consent Process: The MMRDA has urged landowners to submit consent forms online via its official website.
Objectives of the Project:
The 'Third Mumbai' project aims to improve connectivity and reduce travel time between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, supporting regional economic growth.
The project is also part of a broader push to scale up the Mumbai Metropolitan Region's economy to $300 billion over the next five years, in line with NITI Aayog's transformation roadmap.
Significant Features of the Project:
- Strategic Location: The project will be located along the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu corridor.
- Multimodal Connectivity: The project will be supported by port, airport, Metro rail, dedicated freight corridors, and expressways.
- Integrated Road and Metro Network: An integrated road and Metro network will be planned as part of the new town.
Timeline:
The MMRDA has urged landowners to submit consent forms online via its official website from April 27.