Delhi Explores Maharashtra's Self-Redevelopment Model

The Delhi government is exploring the self-redevelopment model of Maharashtra to revive old buildings in the national capital. This move comes after the success of self-redevelopment of old buildings in Mumbai and Maharashtra.

The Self Group Redevelopment Authority (SGRA), headed by BJP MLC Pravin Darekar, was formed in 2025 to promote self-redevelopment. The Mumbai Central Cooperative Bank, chaired by Darekar, is the nodal agency for self-redevelopment and has sanctioned loans worth Rs. 359.15 crore to 18 cooperative housing societies as of March 31, 2026.

According to Darekar, about 1,600 proposals have been received by the SGRA so far, and loans have been sanctioned to 46 housing societies. Nearly 21-22 buildings have been completed, enabling middle-class families to move into larger homes. The SGRA has also reported that eight housing societies have successfully completed redevelopment, and eight societies have closed their loan accounts by repaying the loan in full along with interest.

A delegation of IAS officers from Delhi visited Mumbai to study the self-redevelopment model and its implementation framework. The study group, led by IAS officer I Raja Babu, met with the SGRA at Bandra last month to discuss the promotion and dissemination of the self-redevelopment concept among the public. They also studied the role of housing societies, banks, authorities, project management consultancy, municipal corporations, and state government in self-redevelopment.

The self-redevelopment model has been successful in Mumbai and Maharashtra, with members of self-redevelopment societies receiving 30% to 252% of the land free of cost. Additionally, a corpus fund of Rs. 3.00 lakh to Rs. 58.00 lakh has been received by the societies.

The Delhi government is confident that the self-redevelopment model can be implemented in the national capital, especially in old Delhi. The study group is expected to submit its report soon, and the Delhi government will then decide on the next course of action.

The self-redevelopment model has been a game-changer for middle-class families in Mumbai and Maharashtra, providing them with larger homes and better living conditions. If implemented successfully in Delhi, it could benefit thousands of families living in old and dilapidated buildings.

The success of the self-redevelopment model in Maharashtra is a testament to the state government's efforts to provide affordable housing to its citizens. The model has also generated interest from other states, with the Delhi government being the latest to explore its implementation.

In conclusion, the Delhi government's decision to explore the self-redevelopment model of Maharashtra is a significant step towards reviving old buildings in the national capital. With the success of the model in Mumbai and Maharashtra, it is likely that the Delhi government will implement it soon, benefiting thousands of families living in old and dilapidated buildings.