Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Chendani Koliwada Residents Protest Redevelopment Plans
People in Chendani Koliwada, Thane East, are upset about new building plans.
They say these plans are taking away their rights to live in their traditional village area.
The government is calling their homes 'slums' and wants to rebuild them, but the residents say this is not fair.
They want special rules to protect their homes and rights.
Some people think politicians are making false promises to get votes, which is making the situation more confusing and tense.
The residents want the same justice given to other similar areas in Navi Mumbai.
Residents of Chendani Koliwada protest against redevelopment plans, alleging infringement of traditional gaothan rights.
Legal rights of the gaothan area under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Act, 1966, not implemented, leading to uncertainty for residents.
Residents allege misleading assurances by political elements ahead of elections, causing confusion and tension.
Demand for separate development control regulations for Koliwadas to protect traditional houses and rights.
Traditional houses in the area are being labeled as slums, with residents fearing displacement under the guise of redevelopment.
- Who
- Residents of Chendani Koliwada, Thane East
- What
- Protest against redevelopment plans alleging rights violation
- When
- January 12
- Where
- Chendani Koliwada, Thane East
- Why
- Alleged infringement of traditional gaothan rights and misleading assurances
- Location
- Chendani Koliwada, Thane East
- Community
- Koli community
- Legal Status
- Gaothan area rights under Maharashtra Land Revenue Act, 1966, not implemented
- Key Demand
- Separate development control regulations for Koliwadas
- Allegations
- Misleading assurances by political elements, traditional houses labeled as slums