Mumbai, 15 Aug (HS): Rehabilitation work at a faster

pace can make Mumbai free from slums. The rehabilitation projects should not run

for decades. The projects should be planned and implemented within one and a half

years, said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The target can be

achieved by using modern technology, he added.

Fadnavis was speaking during a programme ‘Change of

Guards’ organised by Credai-MCHI on Friday in Mumbai. The first phase of the BDD

Chawl redevelopment has been completed. Those living in 100 sq ft for almost 161

years have been given 500 sq ft houses. This is the biggest urban rehabilitation

project in Asia, he said. With modern technology, an 80-floor building can

be constructed within 120 days.

Sukhraj Nahar took over as the new President of

Credai-MCHI. Former President Dominic Romell, Secretary Rishi Mehta, former

Secretary Dhawal Ajmera, CEO Kewal Valambhiya, and many prominent people from

real estate business were present.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar