Infrastructure

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has authorised 12 new industrial smart cities in 10 states to boost India's industry. This initiative, investing ₹28,602 crore, aims to generate 40 lakh jobs and boost industrial capacities in the nation.

Environmental activists have complained to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Navi Mumbai's Prime Minister's Awas Yojana (PMAY) is encroaching on protected mangrove zones and breaking environmental laws.

A new DCPR 2034 rule by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) targets the expansion and rehabilitation of the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The new Regulation 13(10) applies only to the Mahalaxmi Racecourse, not other BMC clubs, gymkhanas, or designated plots.

The closing of the Sion Road Over Bridge (ROB) has disrupted downtown Mumbai's east-west connection. As traffic congestion increases, emphasis is turning to the monorail, which might fill the ROB's hole. New rake and signalling system bring hope to the monorail.

Thane Ring Metro approval would transform urban transit in Mumbai's most active district. As an essential infrastructure project, it will reduce traffic, increase connectivity, and promote sustainable growth. Ghar presents 5 ways the Thane Ring Metro might change Thane urban mobility by 2029.

Rajasthan would implement extensive land reforms to increase greenfield manufacturing land available. Rajasthan's Principal Secretary (Industries) Ajitabh Sharma reported ₹5.2 lakh crore in investment proposals for renewable energy equipment and petrochemical production.

Mumbai Metro 1, which serves Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar, reached 5 lakh daily ridership. The corridor has never had such a high number on a weekday in its 10 years. Ridership increased due to Metro expansion and good weather.

Maharashtra plans to raise solar energy output from 3,600 MW to 12,800 MW in 14 months. The state required 17 years to complete its solar capacity, prompting this ambitious proposal.

To finish the Mumbai coastal road tunnels, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has asked an extension until September 30. Two tunnels are online, but significant integration tasks remain, necessitating this request.

After strong increase in the previous two fiscal years, construction equipment sales were unchanged in the first quarter. Road building project awards slowed and elections lowered demand, causing this stalemate.

Canadian investment giant Brookfield Asset Management will pay $550 million (INR 4,594 crore) to purchase a majority interest in Tamil Nadu-based renewable energy platform Leap Green Energy. Commercial and industrial (C&I) users use this platform for renewable energy solutions.

In Palghar, Maharashtra, the Vadhavan Port will transform marine and real estate. An all-weather Greenfield deep draft major port announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Union Cabinet would boost India's marine capabilities and Palghar's real estate sector.

A strategic bond sale by MMRDA to fund INR 50,000 crore will accelerate Mumbai's infrastructure development. MMRDA hopes to overcome its financial issues and forward critical projects that would boost connectivity and growth with state government support and a strong financial plan.

The strategic realignment of the Sewri-Worli connector by MMRDA, approved under the leadership of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, aims to minimize the project's impact on existing structures.

The Tamil Nadu government aims to build a greenfield international airport in Hosur, transforming this border town of Bengaluru into an economic powerhouse. About three crore people will pass through the 2,000-acre airport.