Motilal Nagar Revamp Kicks Off: Transforming Goregaon into a Modern Hub
The redevelopment of Motilal Nagar in Goregaon, Mumbai, has commenced with soil testing, marking the beginning of a seven-year project to transform the area into a modern mixed-use hub.
Motilal NagarGoregaonRedevelopmentMhadaAdani PropertiesReal Estate MumbaiOct 06, 2025
“We have begun soil testing at Motilal Nagar, which is the first step towards any construction activity,” said a MHADA official. When asked about the project’s construction plans, Sanjeev Jaiswal, Vice President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the MHADA, told Hindustan Times that it is in its final stages. Once submitted and approved by MHADA, the project details will be shared with the residents.
Originally built in the 1960s to house displaced project-affected persons (PAPs), the colony has suffered decades of neglect, with crumbling infrastructure on account of rampant illegal construction. Motilal Nagar redevelopment efforts began in 2013 and received legal clearances only this year. The Maharashtra government had granted the Motilal Nagar redevelopment project a “Special Project” status.
As per a government resolution, 1,600 sq ft for each residential apartment and 987 sq ft for commercial units post-redevelopment. The plots have 3,340 residential tenements and 328 commercial ones.
The redevelopment plan includes upgraded infrastructure, public amenities, and commercial spaces. This will initiate construction in open spaces such as large grounds, similar to the reconstruction of the BDD Chawl at Worli. By opting for a key-to-key methodology, residents can shift directly into their new homes without having to scout for rental accommodation during the construction period.
“Since no redevelopment housing project in Mumbai has previously offered such large homes to residents, especially with minimal displacement, the Motilal Nagar redevelopment project has become a major talking point in the city,” said Nikhil Dikshit, Founder and CEO at Shilp Associates, the architecture firm and coordinator with MHADA.
On March 11, Adani Properties secured the Motilal Nagar Redevelopment Project after placing the highest bid of ₹36,000 crore with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA). The Construction & Development Agreement (C&DA) bid was opened in March after a legal battle in the Bombay High Court.
This July, MHADA signed an agreement with Adani Realty, the Adani Group’s real estate arm, for the implementation of Motilal Nagar as C&DA. The rehabilitation will be carried out over 5.8 lakh square metres, while the housing agency will receive 3.83 lakh square metres of constructed area by the C&DA. The rehabilitation and share of MHADA units is expected to be completed within seven years.
MHADA, via the C&DA model, aims to transform Motilal Nagar into a modern mixed-use hub, built around the concept of a “15-minute city”, an idea that promises access to transport, healthcare, education, shopping, entertainment, and other amenities within a 15-minute radius while keeping its open green spaces largely intact. These also include large open spaces, gardens, pedestrian plazas, and community hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Motilal Nagar redevelopment project?
The Motilal Nagar redevelopment project is a seven-year initiative to transform the area in Goregaon, Mumbai, into a modern mixed-use hub with upgraded infrastructure, public amenities, and commercial spaces.
When did the redevelopment project start?
The redevelopment project for Motilal Nagar commenced with soil testing in early October 2025.
Who is leading the Motilal Nagar redevelopment?
Adani Properties, a part of the Adani Group, secured the Motilal Nagar Redevelopment Project after placing the highest bid of ₹36,000 crore with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA).
What are the key features of the redevelopment plan?
The redevelopment plan includes upgraded infrastructure, public amenities, and commercial spaces. It also features a key-to-key methodology to minimize displacement and large open spaces for community use.
What is the expected completion time for the project?
The rehabilitation and share of MHADA units are expected to be completed within seven years.
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