Dharavi is known as the largest informal settlement in the world. (document)

New Delhi/Mumbai:

Dharavi Redevelopment Project Private Limited, a joint venture between the Maharashtra government and the Adani Group, will start a data collection survey on lakhs of informal apartment dwellers in the area from March 18.

The data will be used by the Maharashtra government to determine eligibility criteria for rehabilitation under proposed redevelopment projects.

The survey will also create “Digital Dharavi” – a state-of-the-art library in one of the world’s largest informal settlements.

The investigation will start from Kamla Raman Nagar, where each informal house has a unique number. The corresponding lanes are then laser mapped, called a “lidar survey.” .

“The Dharavi Redevelopment Project and the Maharashtra government’s survey launch one of the world’s largest urban rejuvenation projects and are the first step in eradicating Mumbai’s slums. It is a step towards transforming Dharavi into a world-class town, The beginning of the state. A DRPPL spokesperson said: “Mumbai is a state-of-the-art city. “

A toll-free number 1800-268-8888 has also been set up for Dharavikan people.

Under the redevelopment project, each informal tenant and qualified ineligible tenant will be provided with a house. Under the DRP tender, all eligible and ineligible residential apartment holders will be provided an apartment with a separate kitchen and bathroom.

Eligible industrial and commercial units in the redeveloped Dharavi will enjoy state goods and services tax exemption for five years. This will help promote and formalize their business, the tender said.

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