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In today’s edition:
An apology
Ladies Night at The Acres Club
Mahindra Lifespace comes to Chembur
We want to begin today's edition by apologizing for two reasons:
1) We made a mistake in the last edition. We misspelled a name; the correct name is Dalijeet.
2) The 'Story of a Neighbour' section is not in today's edition as we're waiting for final approval from the person featured. We can guarantee it's a story worth the wait
Chembur, last week
MPCB Deploys VOC Tracking Machines at RCF Plant After Public Complaints, Coinciding with High Court's Cognizance
In response to public complaints of a gas leak at the Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers (RCF) plant in Chembur, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) deployed VOC tracking machines on September 8, 2025. The deployment was prompted by residents reporting a pungent odor and health issues. The following day, on September 9, 2025, the Bombay High Court took suo motu cognizance of the gas leak incidents, including the one at the RCF plant, based on news reports. The court's action and the MPCB's machine deployment were triggered by the same initial event, with the MPCB's action occurring first.
2. Deonar Waste-to-Energy Plant Approval Delayed.
The Deonar Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant project, which was granted Consent to Establish (CTE) for an 8MW facility by the BMC, has been delayed until mid-2026. Originally scheduled for completion in October 2025, the project, which aims to process approximately 600 tonnes of municipal solid waste per day, has faced setbacks in receiving the necessary environmental clearances.
Mahindra Lifespace Bags ₹1,700 Cr Redevelopment, Joining Hiranandani, Rustomjee, and Puravankara
Mahindra Lifespaces has secured rights to redevelop two housing societies in the Diamond Garden area of Chembur. The projects, spanning a total of 4.40 acres, have a combined gross development potential of approximately ₹1,700 crore. The redevelopment will focus on creating modern, sustainable homes with enhanced amenities and improved connectivity to major city hubs.
NONO Rail Halts AGAIN. 17 Passengers Rescued
A Mumbai Monorail train with 17 passengers halted near Mukundrao Ambedkar Road junction on Monday (15th September) morning around 7 am due to a technical glitch. While the train's technical team safely evacuated all passengers, the delayed response by the fire brigade has raised safety concerns. The halted train was later moved to Wadala.
Events
Art Session for kids at The Acres Club on 19th September between 5:30pm - 6:30pm.
Call: 022 6854 1100/96195 93243/9619592823
Ladies Night at The Acres Club, on 24th September from 07:00 PM.
Call: 022 6854 1100/96195 93243/9619592823
Join book reading community: Chembur reads, are a group of bibliophiles who meet every Sunday, between 8:30-10:30 AM at Sandu Garden, Chembur. Bring your book and join them, QUIETLY🤫. Follow them to know more.
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