Adani Group Defends Dharavi Redevelopment Project, Cites Fair Bidding Process

In response to recent allegations and protests, the Adani Group has issued a statement regarding the Dharavi slum redevelopment project. The statement emphasizes that the project was awarded through a fair and open international bidding process during the tenure of the previous Congress-Shiv Sena coalition government, Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA).

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Transparent Bidding Process

The Adani Group stresses that the financial conditions, obligations, and incentives were known to all bidders and have not been altered for the awardee. The tender conditions were finalized during the MVA government's tenure, and the finalized conditions have not been changed post the tendering process. Therefore, claims of special benefits being given to the awardee are unfounded.

Key-to-Key Solution for Eligible Tenement Holders

The statement reiterates that all eligible tenement holders will be provided with a key-to-key solution, ensuring that they can move into their new homes within Dharavi itself. Even ineligible tenement holders will be provided accommodation under the Rental Housing Policy as per the tender conditions.

Increased Area for Eligible Residential Tenements

The tender provisions ensure that eligible residential tenements will receive 17% more area compared to other SRA projects in Mumbai. This demonstrates the commitment to providing improved living conditions for the residents of Dharavi.

Transparent Management of Transferable Development Rights (TDR)

The generation and usage of TDR are strictly in accordance with the tender conditions and fully compliant with relevant laws. The TDR from the project will be managed and monitored transparently through a specially created portal by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) and the Maharashtra government.

99-Year Lease Agreement with Indian Railways

The state government has entered into a 99-year lease agreement with the Indian Railways, which will then be subleased on a 30 years + 30 years basis, similar to other government lands in Mumbai. This policy remains unchanged for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project.

Transforming Dharavi for Improved Living Conditions

The statement highlights the general consensus, not only in Mumbai and Maharashtra but across India, to transform Dharavi and provide its residents with better living conditions, adequate hygiene, education, vocational training, healthcare, employment opportunities, essential amenities, and a life of dignity. The Adani Group has taken up the challenge and responsibility of transforming Dharavi with all these facilities, considering the failure of previous attempts to deliver on this project.

Conclusion

The Adani Group's statement aims to clarify the facts surrounding the Dharavi redevelopment project and dispel any misinformation. The project was awarded through a fair and transparent bidding process, and the conditions have not been altered for the awardee. The Adani Group is committed to transforming Dharavi and providing its residents with improved living conditions and a better quality of life.