Maharashtra government transfers 33,954 hectares to MMRDA to fast-track infrastructure projects

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The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has achieved financial closure for its infrastructure projects for the financial year 2026-27, following a major boost from the Maharashtra government in the form of large-scale land transfer.

As per the official statement, the state government has transferred 33,954.61 hectares of government land to MMRDA free of cost under the Class-1 category.

The move is expected to significantly strengthen the authority's ability to raise funds and accelerate infrastructure development across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Officials further said the transfer will enable land monetisation, emerging as a key mechanism to mobilise resources for ongoing and upcoming mega-projects.

Currently, infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 3 lakh crore are underway in the region, including metro networks, tunnels, integrated transport systems, and new urban zones.

Land spread across three districts

The land parcels are distributed across 1,324 villages in multiple districts:

• Thane district: Key allocations include areas in Kalyan, Bhiwandi, Ambernath, and Thane
• Raigad district: Land spans across Panvel, Alibag, Pen, Uran, Karjat, and Khalapur
• Palghar district: Includes areas in Palghar and Vasai

Focus on infrastructure and urban growth

The official statement from the MMRDA further highlighted that the land will be utilised for a range of development activities such as infrastructure projects, transit-oriented development (TOD), logistics parks, economic hubs, housing, and planned urban expansion.

MMRDA officials also noted that the move will reduce dependence on loans while ensuring sustainable funding for projects. It is also expected to generate new revenue streams and boost regional economic growth.

NITI Aayog extends support

With support from NITI Aayog, MMRDA is working to transform the region into a global economic hub under its ‘growth hub' strategy. Furthermore, the authority's flagship initiatives, including ‘Mumbai 3.0' and ‘Mumbai in Minutes', aim to modernise infrastructure and improve connectivity across the metropolitan region.

The successful financial closure not only ensures uninterrupted funding for ongoing projects but also reinforces investor confidence in MMRDA's long-term development roadmap, positioning the Mumbai Metropolitan Region as one of India's fastest-growing urban corridors.