Bhavesh Shah, JMD, Today Group

16 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai has evolved from a planned satellite city into an established urban and business centre, with large-scale infrastructure playing a central role in expanding its real estate market. Projects including the Atal Setu, Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1, suburban rail network and Sion-Panvel Highway have improved connectivity and supported development across new corridors. Upcoming and regional projects, including the Navi Mumbai Coastal Road, additional metro lines, water taxi services, the 126-km Virar–Alibaug Multimodal Corridor and Panvel–Karjat Suburban Rail Corridor, are expected to further integrate the region. Residential, commercial and mixed-use development has expanded into locations such as Ulwe, Panvel, Pushpak Nagar, Dronagiri and Upper Kharghar, while established employment hubs continue to support housing demand. The changing infrastructure base has also broadened Navi Mumbai’s homebuyer profile beyond affordability-led demand.Read more

16 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has cautioned candidates participating in its 2025-26 direct recruitment process against relying on unauthorised messages claiming that the Junior Engineer (Electrical) examination result has been declared and appointments have been made. The civic body said it had advertised 132 vacant posts across 20 Group A, Group B and Group C cadres in December 2025 and received 19,220 applications. Online objective multiple-choice examinations for six cadres were conducted through Tata Consultancy Services (TCS iON) across 13 centres in six districts in July. The corporation said some candidates had received fraudulent emails asking them to pay INR 9,373 as a processing fee for original document verification. NMMC clarified that no such communication had been issued by its administration and urged candidates to report such demands to local police.Read more

16 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) removed 1,23,117 mosquito breeding sites during a joint cleanliness and preventive health campaign conducted from July 30 to August 10, 2026. The drive was organised by the civic body's Health Department and Solid Waste Management Department under the ‘Safai Apnao, Bimari Bhagao’ campaign of Swachh Survekshan. Teams from 26 civic health centres worked with mosquito larva control, rodent control and sanitation staff to undertake intensive cleaning and preventive measures. The campaign included removal of scrap, cleaning of clogged drains, mosquito larvicide spraying, minor engineering repairs and rodent control measures. Discarded tyres, coconut shells, plastic containers, broken pots and other waste capable of collecting stagnant water were permanently removed. NMMC has urged residents to keep their homes and surrounding areas clean and dispose of scrap responsibly.Read more

15 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) schools organised a tricolour rakhi-making activity under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ initiative to encourage awareness of the national flag and foster a sense of patriotism among students. The activity was conducted in primary and secondary schools under the guidance of class teachers, with students bringing the required materials themselves. Teachers explained the significance of the saffron, white and green colours of the national flag, along with the Ashoka Chakra and its 24 spokes. The initiative also introduced students to the history and symbolism of the national flag while providing them with a hands-on activity centred on the colours of the Tricolour. A large number of students participated in making the rakhis as part of the school-level programme.Read more

15 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has announced August 17 as the final deadline for voters to submit enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The revision exercise began on June 30, and voters who fail to submit their forms to their Booth Level Officer (BLO) by the extended deadline risk having their names excluded from the draft electoral roll. They would then have to submit Form 6 and complete the enrolment process afresh to have their names included again. To assist voters, special SIR camps will operate at 179 locations on August 8 and 9. Additional evening camps will also be held in parts of the Airoli constituency where form collection and digitisation remain comparatively low. The civic administration has urged voters to submit their forms before the final deadline.Read more

15 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation’s Standing Committee has approved a series of civic infrastructure works covering sewage treatment, flood protection, water supply, chlorination, drainage, footpaths and urban beautification. The approved works include upgrades to the 100 MLD sewage treatment plant in Sector 50, Nerul, supported by INR 8 crore in incentive funding under the Centre’s AMRUT 2.0 ‘Jal Hi Amrut’ initiative. Other sanctioned projects include a flap gate at Sanpada, a protective room for 33kV feeder panels at CBD Belapur, a chlorine unit at Vashi, replacement of an 800mm-diameter water pipeline near Pawane and improvements to Rock Garden in Nerul. The committee has also approved road beautification between Mahape Bridge and Digha, drainage and footpath repairs in Airoli settlements, and upgrades to drainage and footpaths in Nerul Sector 46.Read more

09 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has announced that its next monthly Lokshahi Din (Public Grievance Day) will be held on September 7, 2026, at the civic headquarters in CBD Belapur. Citizens wishing to present personal grievances must submit applications in the prescribed format by August 21. The application form is available on the NMMC website as well as at the Public Relations Department of the municipal headquarters. The civic body has clarified that only individual grievances relating to a single department will be considered, while court matters, revenue appeals and service-related issues will remain outside the scope of the programme.Read more

09 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has disconnected water and sewerage connections to several buildings classified as C1, the highest-risk category of dangerous structures, as part of efforts to prevent accidents during the monsoon. Acting on directions from Maharashtra Chief Minister and Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, Additional Municipal Commissioner Dr Rahul Gethe led inspections across Belapur, Nerul, Vashi and Koparkhairane. The civic body had earlier appealed to residents to vacate these buildings owing to their unsafe condition. The latest action is intended to ensure that habitation ceases in these structures and to safeguard public safety during the ongoing monsoon season.Read more

08 Aug 2026

Koemmerling, a brand of Germany-based profine Group, has expanded its presence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with the opening of a new experience centre in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai. The facility was inaugurated by senior officials of the profine Group and profine India and coincided with the Indian launch of the Allure S46 aluminium minimal sliding door system. The company said the new centre is intended to support architects, developers and homeowners by providing access to its range of uPVC and aluminium window and door systems. The expansion forms part of the company's strategy to strengthen its presence in India's growing infrastructure and building materials market through continued investment and product development.Read more

08 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has announced that the deadline for submitting Enumeration Forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been extended to 17 August 2026 following directions from the Election Commission of India. The revision exercise, linked to the electoral roll qualifying date of 1 October 2026, has been underway since 30 June through Booth Level Officers (BLOs). The revised schedule also postpones electoral roll restructuring and subsequent stages of the revision process. The civic body has urged eligible voters to submit completed forms without delay, warning that failure to do so could result in their names being omitted from the draft electoral roll, requiring a fresh enrolment process through Form 6.Read more

08 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde has directed civic departments to intensify measures to improve public safety and urban management, with particular emphasis on evacuating highly dangerous C1-category buildings and removing abandoned structures. During a departmental review meeting, the Commissioner instructed officials to disconnect electricity, water and sewerage services to unsafe buildings and expedite evacuation measures. He also ordered fire safety audits of coaching centres, the formulation of a policy for hoardings, stronger action against unauthorised hawkers, improved road maintenance through technology, stricter solid waste management compliance, and enhanced monitoring of public amenities. The directions form part of the civic body's efforts to strengthen safety, service delivery and municipal governance across Navi Mumbai.Read more

08 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) will organise a series of public participation programmes as part of the Centre's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, scheduled from August 9 to 17. The initiative, undertaken in accordance with Central and Maharashtra government directives, aims to encourage citizens to hoist the national flag and participate in awareness activities marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The civic body will conduct flag rallies, cleanliness drives, exhibitions, cultural programmes and school-based activities across the city. It will also establish dedicated counters at ward offices to make the national flag available to residents at concessional rates and encourage wider community participation.Read more

06 Aug 2026

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has started its dedicated international freighter operations with the launch of an IndiGo CarGo flight to Sharjah. The inaugural service handled around 20 tonnes of cargo, including general cargo, perishables and bonded transfer shipments from Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The development marks a key milestone in the airport's cargo operations and strengthens its role as an emerging logistics gateway for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and western India. NMIA's integrated cargo infrastructure is designed to support domestic, international, express and transit cargo, along with specialised handling for multiple cargo categories.Read more

05 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has identified 34 buildings under the C-1 category, classifying them as highly dangerous and unfit for occupation following its annual structural audit. The civic body has appealed to residents to vacate these buildings immediately to prevent any loss of life during the ongoing monsoon season. It has warned that continued occupancy poses a serious safety risk and urged housing societies and owners to initiate redevelopment, repairs or demolition in accordance with statutory provisions.Read more

05 Aug 2026

Ospree Duty Free has expanded its airport retail network with the opening of duty-free stores at Navi Mumbai International Airport across both the Departure and Arrival terminals. The new outlets offer a range of imported spirits, luxury fragrances, fashion, cosmetics, electronics, watches and confectionery, catering to domestic and international travellers. The launch strengthens the company's footprint in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), where it now operates at two airports. The expansion forms part of Ospree Duty Free's broader growth strategy across India's airport network, as it continues to increase its presence in major aviation hubs and enhance travel retail offerings.Read more

02 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has intensified city-wide cleanliness and public awareness campaigns under the 'Safai Apnao, Bimari Bhagao' and 'Catch the Rain' initiatives as part of the Swachh Survekshan 2025–26 programme. The special drives, being conducted from 16 to 31 July 2026 under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, focus on improving sanitation at railway stations, highways, slum areas, villages, water bodies and public toilets. Joint campaigns by the Solid Waste Management and Health Departments have also targeted mosquito prevention and public health awareness, while educational institutions and residential societies have been engaged to promote waste segregation, rainwater harvesting and plastic waste reduction.Read more

02 Aug 2026

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has initiated the land acquisition process for the proposed New Noida township by issuing notifications offering 410% additional compensation to landowners in six villages of Gautam Budh Nagar. The acquisition follows approval from the Uttar Pradesh government and marks the first phase of securing land for the industrial city planned across Gautam Budh Nagar and Bulandshahr districts. Conceived as an integrated manufacturing and logistics hub linked to the Noida International Airport, the township will accommodate industrial, commercial and residential development. The phased acquisition is expected to support the state's long-term strategy of expanding industrial infrastructure and attracting investments to the Yamuna Expressway region.Read more

01 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) carried out demolition action against six unauthorised constructions in the Airoli ward earlier this week, continuing its enforcement drive following the removal of 13 illegal structures a day earlier. The action was undertaken under Section 54 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning (MRTP) Act, 1966, after notices were issued to property owners for unauthorised construction. The demolition drive forms part of the civic body's compliance with directions linked to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) and an appeal issued by the Municipal Commissioner. The operation was carried out with demolition equipment, municipal staff, labourers and police protection.Read more

01 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) participated in the Maharashtra Government's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Mahaswa Samadhan Abhiyan by setting up information stalls on more than 50 civic welfare schemes under its Social Development Department. The outreach camps were organised between 22 July and 2 August 2026 across Assembly constituencies to improve access to government services and welfare programmes. In Navi Mumbai, camps were held at Ghansoli and Nerul, where residents received information on municipal initiatives alongside government certificates issued by the Thane District Collectorate and Revenue Department. The initiative forms part of a broader state effort to extend public welfare services to a larger section of citizens.Read more

01 Aug 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) carried out a partial demolition of an unauthorised construction at Plots 118, 119 and 120 in Sector 2B, Airoli, during the past week as part of its ongoing drive against illegal developments. The action was undertaken under the directions of the Municipal Commissioner and senior civic officials after the developers allegedly continued construction despite receiving a statutory notice under Section 54 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, earlier this year. The demolition was executed by the civic body's encroachment department with the support of labourers, demolition machinery, police personnel and other equipment. The corporation stated that similar enforcement drives against unauthorised constructions across its jurisdiction will continue.Read more