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Mumbai: MMRDA Plans Mass Rapid Transit System To Boost Connectivity, Sustainable Transportation
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a widely embraced approach that encourages development along public transit corridors, resulting in more efficient land use. It is considered a sustainable alternative to urban sprawl, utilizing existing infrastructure to the maximum and optimizing transit networks.
Updated Jun 13, 2023 | 05:20 PM IST
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This collaboration, as reported by the Indian Express, was confirmed by the MMRDA on Saturday, June 10. TOD is a widely embraced approach that encourages development along public transit corridors, resulting in more efficient land use. It is considered a sustainable alternative to urban sprawl, utilizing existing infrastructure to the maximum and optimizing transit networks.
In May 2017, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) introduced the National Transit Oriented Development policy, which serves as a guiding framework for states and cities adopting TOD as a strategy for urban growth. This policy defines TOD as a means of integrating land use and transport planning to create well-designed, sustainable urban centers connected through high-quality transit systems.
The Mumbai MMR is currently undergoing a significant transformation in its infrastructure with the aim of improving its transit systems and establishing an integrated network. This comprehensive network includes the Metro, suburban rail, monorail, high-speed rail, and road network projects like the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
Over the past three decades, Mumbai's growth has extended into the MMR, resulting in the expansion of smaller cities and towns surrounding the main city. By integrating these projects, seamless connectivity will be achieved among the extended regions and the mainland.
Furthermore, this extensive network is expected to bring substantial benefits to the ambitious economic growth targets by unlocking immense potential in the regions surrounding these transit networks. The objective of the MMRDA is to leverage the impact of these vital transportation projects and the establishment of growth centers in the region to drive sustainable urban development.
With an eye toward future potential, several localities in the MMR, such as Karjat, Kasara, and Shahapur in the extended Central Mumbai suburbs, are being developed. In addition, industrial and commercial establishments have been attracted to locations like Ambernath, Badlapur, Ambivali, and Dombivli in the Thane district.
The state government has identified Bhiwandi and Navi Mumbai as upcoming logistic hubs. Many areas along the proposed metro networks in the MMR are experiencing a surge in residential demand and significant improvements in the real estate sector.
To tap into the potential of these growing areas, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) policies will be implemented to facilitate organized development, optimal planning, and land utilization. This will create pedestrian-friendly environments while maximizing access to public transit infrastructure.
Once established, these policies will stimulate both redevelopment projects and the development of new areas in the MMR. As part of the TOD policy, the MMRDA will impose certain premiums on development activities near the influence area. This revenue source will enable the authority to finance large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
The partnership with the World Bank, utilizing their expertise, along with the growing demand along the extensive transit network, is expected to have a significant impact on transforming the region.
The partnership aims to address key challenges in Mumbai, such as redevelopment, the creation of affordable and accessible housing options, and the development of vibrant community spaces around metro stations. These collective efforts also aim to significantly reduce the city's carbon footprint and allow coordinated planning of investments and land use management for the region's growth.
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