The Maharashtra government will develop an eco-nature park and a state-of-the-art birdwatching centre at the Ramsar-designated Bhandup wetland at an estimated cost of Rs 45 crore, Mumbai Suburban Guardian Minister Ashish Shelar announced on Monday, July 20. 

As per the official statement, the project, proposed by BJP MLA Mihir Kotecha, has received approval for funding through the Mumbai Suburban District Planning Committee, with work expected to commence shortly.