Although Mumbai has traditionally served as India’s financial center, Maharashtra is currently preparing to create Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA), a new commercial center. Speaking during the second Mumbai Tech Week on February 28, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the ambitious goal and positioned NAINA as the state’s next big commercial destination.
Mumbai has outlived its usefulness, yet it will always remain a hub for business. We need to establish a new business center now,” Fadnavis said. The new Navi Mumbai International Airport in Raigad district lies at the heart of NAINA, an emerging urban agglomeration, he explained.
The planned city is intended to accommodate changing corporate needs and is anticipated to be three times larger than Mumbai. With Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai’s present economic hub, only a 25-minute drive away, NAINA hopes to draw local businesses, tech companies, and international investors.
Fadnavis said, “So, I think we are heading towards creating new cities,” highlighting Maharashtra’s futuristic approach to urban growth.
The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) is creating the innovative city known as NAINA (Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area) close to the future Navi Mumbai International Airport. In addition to providing new economic prospects, the project seeks to alleviate Mumbai’s traffic and construct a sustainable urban paradigm for the future.
An Informed and Eco-Friendly Urban Design
NAINA is one of the biggest planned metropolitan developments in India, spanning 371 square kilometers. It will have a variety of commercial, residential, and industrial areas that are thoughtfully planned to meet the expanding demands of both housing and business.
The city’s layout adheres to a thematic development strategy, guaranteeing that distinct areas are allotted to various industries, including technological parks, financial centers, and logistical hubs. The goal of this strategy is to establish a balanced environment for businesses, industries, and citizens.
Connectivity and Strategic Location
NAINA’s closeness to Mumbai and its thoughtfully designed connectivity are two of its greatest assets. The following will connect the city to the financial capital:
One important sea bridge that will save the time it takes to get from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai is the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
The projected metro network would guarantee smooth public transit in NAINA and the surrounding areas.
Well-constructed highways: These offer convenient access to industrial zones and business districts throughout Maharashtra, including the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
Because of these infrastructure developments, NAINA is a top location for company investments, especially in industries like finance, logistics, and information technology.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Development
NAINA is an environmentally conscious city that places a high value on sustainability. CIDCO will incorporate:
A large number of parks and green areas to encourage a cleaner environment.
To guarantee sustainable living, effective waste management systems are necessary.
Intelligent water supply options to reduce waste and encourage conservation.
NAINA will also adhere to a low-carbon development plan, which will lower emissions and promote green building techniques.
The Land Pooling Model: An Innovative Approach to Development
NAINA’s land pooling mechanism is one of its most notable aspects. CIDCO has established a structure where residents become stakeholders in the development of the city rather than displacing landowners. Using this model:
A landowner’s contribution to the development pool is their land.
In exchange, they get a share of the developed land.
Urbanization has led to a huge increase in the value of their land.
Instead of displacing people, this strategy guarantees that growth is inclusive and advantageous to local communities.
Increasing Decentralization and Economic Growth
Maharashtra is heading toward decentralized urbanization as Mumbai continues to battle with traffic and inadequate infrastructure. By developing a different economic center that will ease the strain on Mumbai and provide top-notch facilities for both residents and businesses, NAINA plays a crucial part in this shift.
With its cutting-edge facilities, excellent connectivity, and environmentally friendly design, NAINA is poised to transform urban living and usher in a new era of growth outside of Mumbai’s conventional bounds.
