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Bloomberg
22-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Why is Adani Rebuilding One of Asia's Largest Slums?
Billionaire Gautam Adani is building a multi-billion dollar real estate empire that includes a major redevelopment of Dharavi, one of Asia's largest slums. (Source: Bloomberg)
Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
MMRDA appointed as nodal agency for Dharavi multi-modal transit hub
The state government has appointed Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) as the nodal agency to lead the development of the Dharavi Multi-Modal Transit Hub (MMTH). The project is for integrating different modes of transport and improving connectivity within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). MMRDA will interact with major stakeholders such as National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Central and Western Railways and the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking for the project. 'MMRDA will soon start the process of hiring a professional agency to conduct a feasibility study and a detailed project structuring. The reports will give inputs for the preparation of a detailed plan for implementation,' said a senior MMRDA official. According to the Government Resolution dated June 18, the scope of the MMTH includes integration with suburban railway stations at Mahim, Sion and Chunabhatti. It will also connect with existing and upcoming metro corridors, including Metro Lines 2B, 3, 8 and 11. The transit hub will provide connectivity to the BKC Bullet Train Station, Mumbai airport and the under-construction Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). The scheme also involves the extension of the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)'s Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system up to Dharavi. Other than transport, the project also will include supporting amenities like retail stores, offices, hotels, restaurants, cafes and a convention centre. 'This multi-modal transit hub is not just a transport integration project, it is a vision for inclusive urban transformation. After completing the feasibility study, MMRDA will propose a comprehensive implementation plan to ensure maximum modal integration and urban impact,' said Dr Sanjay Mukherjee, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA.
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Remaking The Future: Real Solutions For A Sustainable Fashion Industry
Mumbai, India: Indian workers sew in clothing factory in Dharavi slum. The global fashion industry, valued at $1.7 trillion has elements of mass production, exploitation, and disposability, and it stands as one of the largest polluters and least transparent industries. From fast fashion's environmental footprint to microplastics found in human bloodstreams, the crisis is undeniable. As outlined in the previous articles on the structural exploitation, environmental collapse, waste colonialism, and health risks, it is essential to pivot to real solutions. Systemic reform is not just possible but there are individuals who are making waves. Dr. Hakan Karaosman, Associate Professor at Cardiff Business School and Chief Scientist at Fashion's Responsible Supply Chain Hub, stresses that sustainability must move beyond marketing slogans and become a governance structure ensuring fairness, transparency, and responsibility. Radical transparency is key and according to Fashion Revolution, when brands openly share information, it empowers the public to examine their practices, demand accountability for their statements, and push for meaningful improvements. The 2024 Global Fashion Transparency Index, as reported by Fashion Revolution, highlights that a significant number of fashion companies still fail to disclose fundamental details about their environmental and labor practices. Only 41% of brands surveyed revealed their wage policies, and just 24% provided data on the actual wages paid throughout their supply chains. Furthermore, for any improvements to the fashion sector, it has to start with the business models assessments and drastic improvements in the supply chain. Small textile factory in the city of Dhaka According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the fashion industry contributes up to 10% of global carbon emissions more than international flights and maritime shipping combined. To align with the Paris Agreement and limit warming to 1.5°C, brands must adopt Science-Based Targets and transparently report progress. Fashion Revolution's Transparency Index shows that while disclosure at the first tier direct suppliers has improved, only 12% of brands reveal information about processing facilities and just 5% disclose raw material suppliers. Without full supply chain visibility, risks of labor abuses, environmental degradation, and greenwashing will continue to remain high. According to the Global Living Wage Coalition, a living wage is the income earned during a standard workweek that enables a worker and their family to maintain a decent standard of living. This encompasses access to essentials such as adequate food, clean water, housing, education, healthcare, transportation, clothing, and other basic needs, along with a buffer for unforeseen expenses. However, according to Clean Clothes Campaign, garment workers in countries like Bangladesh earn on average, far below the estimated living wage of $253 per month. Brands must move beyond voluntary commitments and implement enforceable agreements that ensure living wages across all supplier contracts. Over 70% of textiles used in fashion are derived from fossil fuels, including polyester, nylon, and acrylic. Transitioning to organic cotton, recycled fibers, and emerging bio-based alternatives could reduce the industry's carbon footprint significantly. Moreover, the resultant microplastics are detrimental to the environment and human health. According to a 2025 McKinsey report, global clothing consumption is accelerating rapidly and is expected to grow by 63 percent by 2030, reaching 102 million tons. Fast fashion trends have also shortened the lifespan of garments, with some estimates indicating that low-cost clothing items are discarded after only seven wears. Alarmingly, for every five pieces of clothing produced, three are either sent to landfills or incinerated each year. The textile industry's environmental impact is staggering, generating 1.2 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually, surpassing the combined emissions from all international flights and maritime shipping. The industry must shift from quantity to quality, designing durable, timeless garments, encouraging circular fashion models, and holding brands accountable for their environmental footprint. The fashion industry's environmental toll and human rights violations are no longer hidden and as consumers grow more conscious and regulatory pressures intensify, brands must evolve. As Dr. Hakan Karaosman advocates, it is not enough to speak about responsibility it must be embedded into the very governance of fashion.
Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Cabinet clears Kurla land transfer terms for Dharavi project: 8.5-hectare land to be allocated for construction of rehabilitation tenements
In a move that paved the way for transfer of 8.5-hectare Dairy Development Department plot in Kurla to Dharavi Redevelopment Project, the Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved amendments to the terms and conditions of the land transfer agreement. The land, which houses the state-run but now defunct Mother Dairy unit, has thus been allocated for the construction of rehabilitation tenements for the ineligible Dharavi residents. The Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, gave the green signal to align the land transfer agreement with the Housing and Urban Development Department's latest policy framework. This is aimed at facilitating smoother implementation of the Rs 20,000-crore DRP—considered one of the country's most ambitious urban renewal efforts. The 8.5-hectare ( 21 acres) Kurla plot was formally transferred through a government resolution issued on June 14, 2024. It will now be handed over to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project-Slum Rehabilitation Authority (DRP-SRA), which is functioning as the planning authority. The Adani Group-led Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited (NMDPL), the private partner executing the DRP, recently approached the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) seeking clearance for constructing rehabilitation tenements on the 21-acre Kurla plot, which houses a significant number of trees. According to officials, Dharavi's redevelopment entails the rehabilitation of approximately 8.5 lakh residents. While about 5 lakh eligible families will be accommodated within Dharavi's 620-acre project boundary, the remaining 3.5 lakh ineligible or displaced families are to be resettled on alternate land. The Kurla parcel is among five plots—together measuring 540 acres—earmarked for this purpose. These plots, located within and outside Mumbai, will be used to house ineligible residents on a rental basis. This is in addition to 118.4 acres within Dharavi reserved for commercial development and in-situ rehabilitation. State officials said the amendments approved by the Cabinet are critical for unlocking the Kurla plot and progressing with early-stage rehabilitation construction. The move is also aligned with the state's 'Housing for All' mission, and is expected to enable the development of not just housing but also civic infrastructure such as schools, hospitals, and commercial spaces in new rehabilitation zones.
Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Dharavi Redevelopment Project: Dharavi MP Varsha Gaikwad, Opp leaders meet CM; seek masterplan rollback
A delegation led by senior Congress leader and Dharavi Lok Sabha MP Varsha Gaikwad on Monday met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and demanded withdrawal of the Dharavi Redevelopment Project's masterplan approved by the government last week, terming it 'undemocratic', 'opaque' and in violation of legal norms. The Opposition delegation met Fadnavis at Sahyadri Guest House and submitted a formal representation alleging that the Dharavi Redevelopment Project — referred to in the letter as the 'Dharavi Vinash Yojana' — was being pushed forward without the consent of Dharavi's residents and in violation of provisions of the MRTP Act. 'We sought the government's approval to the Dharavi plan to be rolled back immediately. The people of Dharavi have not been taken into confidence. They deserve to have a say in shaping their future,' Gaikwad said after the meeting, adding that the approval to the masterplan was done secretively and without disclosure, bypassing essential steps such as public hearings and environmental assessments. The MRTP Act mandates public consultations before preparing any development plan. However, residents were not informed or invited to submit suggestions or objections, the delegation said. The masterplan lacks statutory sanction and is, therefore, unconstitutional and illegal, it argued. The memorandum said that so far only 15,171 households have been surveyed and the surveys were allegedly conducted three years ago, many done by private contractors or institutes without a clear mechanism for public verification. The memorandum also alleged the masterplan lacks clarity on ownership and rights and hence is potentially exploitative. The delegation accused the government of prioritising profit over people. The delegation demanded that apart from withdrawing the masterplan, the government must restart the planning process under the MRTP Act with proper public notices, hearings and transparency, and demanded that a fresh, third-party survey and audit of the area be conducted. 'I am not opposing redevelopment,' Gaikwad clarified. 'But this is not how it should be done. No democratic process can allow such a large-scale transformation without public participation. Dharavi must not be seen as real estate but as a living community,' she said, adding that the government must ensure full legal rights and consent from residents before taking any further steps.
