Mumbai's BDD Chawl Redevelopment Transforms 556 Families with Modern 500-Sq Ft Flats
In a significant shift, 556 families from Mumbai's century-old BDD chawls in Worli have moved into new 500-sq ft apartments, marking the city's largest public housing project to date.
MumbaiBdd ChawlsPublic HousingUrban RenewalSustainable LivingReal Estate MumbaiAug 16, 2025
Valued at over Rs 17,000 crore, the redevelopment—executed jointly by the state housing authority and a private developer—aims to rehouse nearly 15,600 families across Worli, Naigaum, and NM Joshi Marg. In Worli alone, nearly 9,700 residents from 121 chawls will be shifted into new flats, with an additional 3,900 homes targeted for completion across all three sites by year-end. Officials have set aside 65 per cent of the land exclusively for rehabilitation to ensure tenants remain central to the project’s vision.
More than a housing scheme, the redevelopment is designed as a model for equitable urban renewal. Each complex will feature schools, hospitals, gyms, hostels, and commercial hubs, while embedding sustainability through sewage treatment plants, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting. Eligible families awaiting possession are receiving a monthly rent allowance of Rs 25,000, and the housing authority has pledged to maintain the redeveloped towers for 12 years to ensure long-term quality.
Crucially, heritage has not been overlooked. One original chawl will be preserved as a museum, while public landmarks such as Jamboree Maidan and Ambedkar Maidan will remain untouched. Urban experts view the project as a generational leap—replacing unsafe, congested homes with eco-conscious high-rises that reflect both social equity and sustainable city planning. For thousands of families, this transformation signifies not just new homes, but dignified futures in an evolving Mumbai skyline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BDD chawl redevelopment project in Mumbai?
The BDD chawl redevelopment project in Mumbai is a major public housing initiative aimed at rehousing nearly 15,600 families from century-old chawls into modern, spacious, and sustainable apartments. The project is valued at over Rs 17,000 crore and involves the construction of new 40-storey towers.
How many families have received new flats so far?
So far, 556 families from the BDD chawls in Worli have received keys to their new 500-sq ft apartments. These families were previously living in cramped 160-sq ft rooms.
What are the key features of the new complexes?
The new complexes include schools, hospitals, gyms, hostels, and commercial hubs. They also incorporate sustainability features such as sewage treatment plants, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting systems.
How is the project ensuring the preservation of heritage?
The project includes the preservation of one original chawl as a museum. Public landmarks such as Jamboree Maidan and Ambedkar Maidan will also remain untouched, ensuring the cultural heritage of the area is maintained.
What support is provided to families awaiting possession of their new homes?
Eligible families awaiting possession of their new homes are receiving a monthly rent allowance of Rs 25,000. The housing authority has also pledged to maintain the redeveloped towers for 12 years to ensure long-term quality.
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