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MHADA 79A amendment clears legislature, revives hope for redevelopment of 13,000 old Mumbai buildings
Summary
Maharashtra’s legislature amended the MHADA Act to revive Section 79A, aiming to remove legal ambiguity that had stalled redevelopment of thousands of ageing buildings in Mumbai. The state says the change will bolster its position in the Supreme Court and accelerate urban renewal for residents living in structurally risky housing.
Why it matters
A cleaner legal pathway can unlock redevelopment for roughly 13,000 old buildings, directly affecting safety, supply, and displacement risk for tens of thousands of Mumbai households.