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This, 'Stories from Chembur' edition, will feature the story of Late Shri. Iqbal Singh Sethi. A veteran honoured for his role in the 1961 Goa Liberation War and the 1965 India–Pakistan War who later went on to become a charismatic rock and roll singer, earning him the title of “Indian Elvis” in the 1960s.
Late Shri. Iqbal Singh Sethi
In today’s edition:
Runwal Enterprises Sets New Luxury Benchmark in Chembur
Cake Mixing Workshop
Chembur Schools Secure Wins Despite Setbacks
Coastal Charm Canvas Painting Workshop
Let's dive in:
Chembur in the News
⛽Chembur Pipeline Repair Restores Mumbai's CNG Supply
The major disruption to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) supply across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) has ended as the repair work on the damaged pipeline inside the Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilisers (RCF) compound in Chembur has been completed. The damage, caused by a third-party, had cut the gas flow to the Mahanagar Gas Ltd (MGL) City Gate Station in Wadala, severely affecting all 486 CNG refuelling stations and crippling public transport, including autos, taxis, and buses, for two days. MGL confirmed the gas supply to the affected stations in Mumbai, Thane, and Navi Mumbai has now been restored, though the supply to domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) consumers was maintained as a priority throughout the crisis.
🏢 Chembur Poised to Become Mumbai's Next Major Commercial Hub
Chembur and Ghatkopar East are emerging as one of Mumbai's most promising new commercial destinations, shifting the corporate focus away from traditional hubs like BKC and Lower Parel. This transformation is driven by Chembur's strategic location and unmatched connectivity via the Santacruz–Chembur Link Road (SCLR), Eastern Freeway, Eastern Express Highway, and Metro Line 1. Developers are delivering new-age, Grade-A commercial projects in the area, offering modern workspaces with significantly lower rents (up to 30-40% less than BKC) and better parking availability, making Chembur a compelling, cost-efficient, and strategic choice for corporates looking to attract and retain suburban talent.
🐢 Chembur Hotel Owner Surrenders Turtle After PETA and Police Intervention
Following a report from a concerned customer about cruelty, the owner of a hotel in Chembur voluntarily surrendered a Red-Eared Slider turtle to PETA India and the police. The customer had observed the turtle suffering in a small, unsanitary plastic tub. PETA India, with the help of the Chembur Police, counselled and warned the owner, who then agreed to relinquish the animal for permanent rehabilitation. The rescued turtle is now at the Kalote Animal Trust for proper care.
🏡Runwal Enterprises Sets New Luxury Benchmark in Chembur with Codename #BeyondTheGreens
Runwal Enterprises is setting a new benchmark for premium residential living in Chembur with the launch of its new project, Codename #BeyondTheGreens. The development, located on the suburb's green side, aims to offer a refined, holistic lifestyle by blending thoughtful architecture with an emphasis on wide green spaces within the property and proximity to the Bombay Presidency Golf Club. The project's value proposition is centered on this combination of greenery, a premium lifestyle, and seamless connectivity to business districts via major links like the BKC Connector, Eastern Freeway, and upcoming Metro Lines 2B and 4.
🏆 Chembur Schools Secure Wins Despite Setbacks in MSSA Football
While two Chembur schools faced tough defeats in the recent Dream Sports MSSA tournaments—Green Acres (Chembur) suffered a 7–0 loss in U-14 Girls football and Kanakia International (Chembur) lost 1–0 in U-16 Boys football—Chembur schools did secure victories in other fixtures. Kanakia International School (Chembur) later defeated IES Orion School (Dadar) 3–1 in a different U-16 Boys football match. Furthermore, Green Acres (Chembur) achieved a narrow 1–0 win over Carmel of St. Joseph (Malad) in the Girls U-12 Division II football, with Parineeti Patil scoring the decisive goal.
👩🏫 Chembur School Stresses Need for Teacher Professional Development
The topic of Outstanding Teacher Voice & Professional Development from the FPJ Mumbai Schools Survey 2025 highlights the necessity of continuous teacher training, with a specific voice coming from Chembur. Seema Kshatriya, the principal of Kanakia International School (CBSE) Chembur, stressed the crucial nature of ongoing teacher training to prepare educators for the current generation of students, who are highly exposed to technology and diverse learning methods. She emphasized that schools must constantly adapt modern teaching strategies to make learning fun and engaging, which aligns with the survey's finding that teacher participation in professional growth, while becoming common, still needs to evolve towards more collaborative, teacher-led models of development.
Plan Your Week Right
Any day of the week - Between 11 AM to 8 PM
Rifle shooting at Champion's Shooting Range at FitKshetra (near Chhedanagar Gymkhana) Slots of 1 hour each
Rifle Shooting |1 Player ₹800 -This ticket grants access to a rifle and 20 shots for one individual.
Rifle Shooting | 2 Players ₹1,500 - This ticket grants access to 2 rifles and 40 shots for 2 individuals.
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Rifle Shooting | 10 Players ₹12000 - This ticket grants access to a rifle and a pistol with 20 rounds each for 1 individual
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From 18th - 25th November - 7 PM Onwards
Sizzlers (Upper Deck) at The Acres Club
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From 18th - 25th November - 7 PM Onwards
Sangria (The Pub) at The Acres Club
Call: 022 68541100 /9619593243/ 9619592823
On 21st November, Friday - 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Art Session for kids at The Acres Club
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On 22nd November, Saturday - 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cake Mixing Workshop at The Acres Club
Call: 022 68541100 /9619593243/ 9619592823
On 23rd November, Sunday - Between 8:30 ΑΜ - 10:30 AM
Join book reading community: Chembur reads, are a group of bibliophiles who meet every Sunday, at Sandu Garden, Chembur. Bring your book and join them, QUIETLY. Follow them on Instagram to know more.
On 23rd November, Sunday - At 3 PM
Coastal Charm Canvas Painting Workshop at Starbucks, Chembur
Register here : ₹2299
On 26th November, Wednesday - 7 PM Onwards
Ladies Night at The Acres Club
Call: 022 68541100 /9619593243/ 9619592823
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