Archive · 12 Dec 2025
Maharashtra to Free Mumbai from Pagdi System
The Maharashtra government is creating a new set of rules to help Mumbai get rid of the old 'pagdi' system.
This system has been causing problems for both landlords and tenants.
The new rules will make sure that everyone is treated fairly and that old buildings can be safely rebuilt.
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced this in the state assembly.
There are many old buildings in Mumbai that need to be fixed or rebuilt, and this new plan will help make that happen.
It will also make sure that tenants and landlords get fair treatment and that the city can grow in a better way.
Maharashtra government to create a separate regulatory framework to free Mumbai from the 'pagdi' system.
The 'pagdi' system dictates landlord-tenant relationships, with tenants paying nominal rent for lifetime occupancy.
Over 19,000 old rent-controlled buildings in Mumbai are classified as 'pagdi' buildings, with more than 13,000 awaiting redevelopment.
The new framework aims to protect the rights of both tenants and landlords, ensuring fair redevelopment.
The framework proposes granting FSI to landlords, tenants, and incentive FSI for the cost-free reconstruction of homes for economically weaker and low-income pagdi holders.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
- What
- Creation of a separate regulatory framework to free Mumbai from the pagdi system and ensure fair redevelopment
- When
- Announced on Thursday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Why
- To address disputes between landlords and tenants, ensure fair redevelopment, and protect the rights of both parties
- Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Regulation
- Maharashtra Rent Control Act
- Announced By
- Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde
- Buildings Affected
- 19,000+ old rent-controlled buildings
- Pending Redevelopment
- 13,000+ buildings
- FSI Provisions
- FSI for landlords, tenants, and incentive FSI for reconstruction
- Legal Protection
- Maharashtra Rent Control Act
