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Mumbai's Future: Anxiety, Climate, and Transformation?
29 Aug
Summary
- Symposium discussed Mumbai's urban anxiety and climate pressures.
- Over 50% of Mumbai's population may face displacement.
- Nature, not real estate, is Mumbai's most valuable asset.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya recently hosted the 'Futures of Mumbai' symposium. This event delved into whether the city can overcome its urban anxieties and climate pressures.
Discussions highlighted significant concerns, with journalist Sidharth Bhatia noting that over half the city's population might face displacement as development continues. He emphasized that Mumbai's true wealth lies in its natural environment rather than its real estate.
Bittu Sahgal stressed the critical role of Mumbai's biosphere in its future. He acknowledged the strain from infrastructure projects and waste, yet expressed optimism for nature's resilience if given time.
Further insights from professors Hussain Indorewala and Shilpa Phadke suggested reclaiming public spaces. Phadke underscored the importance of infrastructure for citizens' existence, posing the question of whether Mumbai can be designed for people over consumers.
