State Hands Over Fort Area Land To MMRC For Mumbai Metro Line 3 Construction
The┬аMumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited┬а(MMRC) is currently working on expanding the city's┬аmetro network┬аwith the construction of Metro Line 3, which is an ambitious project that will connect major areas of the city. The line is expected to cover a distance of around 33.5 km and will include 27 stations. The line will start from Cuffe Parade in South Mumbai and will end at SEEPZ in the western suburbs.
However, the MMRC has faced several challenges during the construction of the line, including resistance from residents and environmentalists. The acquisition of land for the construction of the line has been a major issue, with many residents protesting against the loss of their homes and businesses. Additionally, environmentalists have raised concerns about the impact of the construction on the city's ecology.
In this context, the recent announcement by the┬аMaharashtra┬аUrban Development Department regarding the permanent handing over of a 6,000-square-meter piece of land in Fort area to the MMRC is a significant development. The land parcel was being used by the MMRC for the construction of the metro station, despite not being officially acquired by the MMRC. The government resolution (GR) issued by the department has clarified that the MMRC must construct political offices that were previously located at the site and were demolished for the construction of the Metro Line 3 station. The cost of constructing these offices is estimated to be around Rs. 427 crores and is to be considered a "state share" in the project cost.
The GR has also outlined several conditions that the MMRC must follow before commencing work on the land parcel. This includes obtaining all necessary permissions from the relevant authorities, including permissions related to the coastal regulation zone (CRZ) and heritage conservation committee. Additionally, the MMRC must ensure that the land remains free from encroachments.
Overall, the announcement is expected to help the MMRC move forward with its plans for the┬аconstruction of Metro Line 3. The line is expected to significantly reduce travel time for commuters and provide a much-needed boost to the city's infrastructure. However, the project still faces several challenges, and it remains to be seen how the MMRC will address these issues.┬а
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