Infrastructure development in Mira-Bhayandar faces significant delays as key public projects valued at approximately ₹87 crore remain stalled, awaiting the transfer of 81.42 hectares (8,14,172 square metres) of land from the central government’s Salt Department to the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC). The pending works include vital roads, a railway flyover, a stadium, a bus depot, a sewage treatment plant (STP), and public gardens. Addressing the issue, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal wrote to Member of Parliament Dr Hemant Vishnu Savara, stating that the proposals submitted by the Maharashtra government are currently under review in accordance with existing departmental regulations. Goyal assured that the final decision would be communicated to the state government soon, though the letter did not specify a timeline for the land transfer. Responding to a letter sent by Dr Savara on August 4, 2026, the Union Minister acknowledged that improving road connectivity and strengthening civic infrastructure are crucial for sustainable urban growth and enhancing residents’ quality of life. To accommodate Mira-Bhayandar’s growing population and future urban needs, the municipal administration had earmarked several public amenities on Salt Department land under its development plan. Following the central government’s 2024 policy, the state Urban Development Department forwarded 13 land transfer proposals, complete with required guarantees and certified documents, to the Centre on October 28, 2025. Despite submitting additional requested paperwork, a final nod remains pending. Key Infrastructure Projects Affected Road and Rail Connectivity: An east-west railway flyover and link road at Mira Road, a 30-metre-wide parallel road in Mira Road East, and 30-metre and 18-metre-wide roads near the Bhayandar station area. Major Thoroughfares: Proposed 60-metre, 30-metre, and 18-metre roads between Ghodbunder and Jesal Park, the Dongri-Kumbhardi-Khopra road, and a 30-metre stretch running from Uttan Chowk-Janjire’s Dharavi Fort area behind Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Ground to Dongri. Civic Amenities and Redevelopment: A stadium on Reservation No. 91 and a bus depot on Reservation No. 57 in Bhayandar West, a sewage project in Bhayandar West, and gardens across various municipal wards. Additionally, a proposal for the redevelopment of slums situated on Salt Department land has been sent to the Deputy Commissioner for final approval. Continued Follow-up by Lawmakers Thane Lok Sabha MP Naresh Mhaske had previously raised the issue in Parliament during Zero Hour and under Rule 377 in September 2024, alongside writing directly to Piyush Goyal to expedite the land handover. While the Union Minister’s recent response has renewed hopes that the transfer will be cleared once the review concludes, executing the ₹87 crore projects on the ground will remain challenging until the civic body officially secures possession of the land. Post navigation Amul Hikes Milk Prices by ₹2 to ₹4 per Litre Across India Starting November 12
