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Pirojsha Godrej has emphasised the need to protect mangroves in Mumbai, stating that the Godrej Group will not develop the mangrove land under its control in Vikhroli. His remarks come amid ongoing debates over infrastructure expansion, including proposed mangrove clearing in Versova. He highlighted the scale of the group’s mangrove holdings and underscored the importance of balancing environmental conservation with urban development. The comments also touched on planning challenges, including floor space index policies, public transport, and the need for structured urban growth. The stance reflects broader tensions between ecological preservation and infrastructure expansion in the city.
Pirojsha Godrej, chairman-designate of the Godrej Industries Group, has called for greater focus on protecting mangroves in Mumbai, stating that the group will not undertake development on the mangrove land under its control in suburban Vikhroli, amid ongoing debates over infrastructure expansion and environmental conservation. Advertisement
Speaking in the past week, Godrej said that the mangrove ecosystem in the city requires stronger protection, particularly as large infrastructure projects continue to be proposed. His comments come in the context of plans involving the felling of mangroves in areas such as Versova for infrastructure development.
He noted that the mangrove land under the group’s control along the creek in Vikhroli is significant in scale, describing it as being over five times the size of Hyde Park in London. He added that the group considers these mangroves an important legacy asset and expressed confidence that the land would not be developed.
Addressing the broader debate between urban development and environmental preservation, Godrej indicated that both sides present challenges. He stated that while certain infrastructure projects have been executed in ways that are environmentally damaging, there are also instances where conservation arguments oppose development without sufficient consideration of urban growth needs.
He emphasised that development remains essential for maintaining the economic relevance of cities such as Mumbai. In this context, he pointed to the need for policy measures such as higher floor space index (FSI), improved public transport systems, and the creation of neighbourhood-level open spaces and parks to support sustainable urban growth.
Godrej also commented on urban planning approaches, stating that limiting FSI can contribute to unplanned and informal development, which may lead to inefficient land use and environmental strain. He suggested that a more structured and planned approach to urban density could help balance development requirements with environmental considerations.
He further acknowledged ongoing government initiatives aimed at improving urban infrastructure while incorporating open spaces, including projects such as parks along the coastal road and redevelopment plans for the Mahalaxmi racecourse.
The remarks reflect the continuing discourse around land use, environmental safeguards and infrastructure expansion in Mumbai, where competing priorities between ecological preservation and urban development remain a key policy and planning challenge.
Source - PTI
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