Redevelopment of slums in CRZ: Centre agrees to relax norms

Mumbai | Tuesday | 10th April, 2018

Summary:

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. (File) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. In a meeting with Principal Secretary to the PM, Nripendra Misra, Fadnavis on Monday discussed irrigation projects, slum redevelopment in CRZ and restoration and expansion of Raigad Fort among others. The Centre has agreed.”On why the decision was taken, the CM said: “Relaxation in CRZ norms would expedite the process of development of 252 slum colonies. “I had requested the Centre to withdraw the condition of 51 per cent state government participation for the construction of affordable houses in CRZ area..