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Over 800 families from the Naigaon BDD chawls in Mumbai have started moving into newly constructed 2BHK apartments under a major MHADA-led redevelopment project. A total of 864 flats have been handed over in the first phase, with more units expected by April 2026. The redevelopment will replace old 160 sq ft tenements with modern homes of about 500 sq ft. The larger BDD redevelopment plan across Mumbai aims to rehabilitate nearly 15,000 families while improving infrastructure and living conditions without displacing long-standing communities.
More than 800 families from the Naigaon BDD chawls in Dadar have begun moving into newly constructed 2BHK flats, marking a key step in the ongoing redevelopment of one of Mumbai's oldest housing clusters. A total of 864 units have been handed over in this phase, allowing residents who lived in 160 sq ft tenements for decades to shift into significantly larger homes of around 500 sq ft carpet area. Advertisement
The redevelopment is being implemented by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) through its Mumbai Building Repairs and Reconstruction Board. The Naigaon project forms part of the larger BDD redevelopment plan, which also includes Worli and NM Joshi Marg. These chawls were originally built in the 1920s to house workers and have remained densely populated over the years, often with multiple generations living in the same units.
The current project site spans around 6.45 hectares and houses 3,344 tenants across 42 old structures. These will be replaced with 20 rehabilitation towers of 23 storeys each, developed in phases. Under the first phase on Plot B, a total of 1,401 residents are to be rehabilitated. While 864 flats have already been allotted, the remaining 537 units are expected to be ready by April 2026.
Out of the flats distributed so far, 423 units have been allocated to serving and retired police personnel and their families. Many of these families have lived in the chawls for decades and are part of the local community fabric. The allocation ensures that existing occupants are rehabilitated within the same area rather than being moved elsewhere.
The second phase of the project will cover Plot A, where construction activity has already started. Three towers are currently under development out of a planned 12 in this section. Authorities have indicated that the overall redevelopment across BDD locations aims to be completed by 2029, covering close to 15,000 families.
Residents receiving the keys were informed that the timing of the handover would allow them to move into their new homes around the Gudi Padwa period, making it easier for families to begin a new phase in improved housing conditions. The shift from single-room chawls to self-contained apartments is expected to improve living standards, including better ventilation, sanitation, and privacy.
The new buildings are equipped with basic modern infrastructure such as lifts, fire safety systems, CCTV surveillance, and improved structural standards, including earthquake-resistant construction. Authorities have also planned support for initial maintenance to help residents adjust to the new housing format.
The BDD chawls have historically played an important role in Mumbai's social and economic life, especially during the textile mill era and labour movements. Over time, however, the structures became outdated and required redevelopment due to space constraints and ageing infrastructure. The project has faced delays in the past due to planning and execution challenges, after which the state government took a more direct role in pushing it forward.
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