Protests Erupt in Mumbai Against Evictions by Mumbai Port Authority
Thousands protest MbPA’s eviction drives, demand rehab

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Over 2,000 residents protested in Mumbai against the demolition of homes by the Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA), demanding rehabilitation and a halt to evictions. The protests highlight the plight of long-term residents facing displacement without adequate support.
- 01The protest, organized by the Mumbai Port Ghar Haq Sangharsh Samiti, saw over 2,000 residents march from Darukhana to Azad Maidan.
- 02Residents demand a 'house for a house' policy to ensure equivalent housing for those affected by demolitions.
- 03Approximately 100 homes were destroyed on New Tank Road, 60 in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, and 30 in Aman Shanti Nagar.
- 04Protesters are seeking a judicial inquiry into alleged human rights violations during eviction drives.
- 05Political support for the residents has emerged from various parties, including the BJP and Shiv Sena.
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In Mumbai, more than 2,000 residents, who lost their homes due to demolitions by the Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA), protested on Thursday. The march, organized by the Mumbai Port Ghar Haq Sangharsh Samiti, began at New Tank Road and concluded at Azad Maidan. Protesters highlighted their long-standing residence in areas like New Tank Road, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, and Aman Shanti Nagar, where demolitions have left many homeless. They called for a 'house for a house' policy to ensure proper rehabilitation and demanded that no further evictions occur until a comprehensive framework is established. The memorandum presented by the protesters also requests interim relief, including temporary housing and essential services. Residents assert their rights under constitutional provisions and seek a judicial inquiry into alleged human rights violations during the eviction process. The MbPA has not commented on the protests, but the issue has garnered political support from multiple parties and NGOs.
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The protests highlight the urgent need for a rehabilitation policy for displaced residents, impacting local housing and community stability.
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