BMC Invites ₹2,368 Cr Tender to Clear Deonar Dumping Ground for Dharavi Redevelopment

A Major Step in Mumbai’s Waste Management and Urban Renewal

Mumbai’s Deonar dumping ground — one of India’s oldest and largest waste disposal sites — is finally set to undergo a massive cleanup. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has invited bids for a ₹2,368 crore project aimed at remediating 185 lakh tonnes of legacy waste. This is not just another waste disposal job — it's a significant step tied directly to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), one of Mumbai's most ambitious urban transformation plans.

What the Tender Covers

Key Highlights of the Contract

1.Bioremediation of legacy waste

2.Processing and disposal of segregated materials

3.Reclamation of approximately 110 hectares of land

The total contract duration is set for three years, which includes mobilisation time and allowances for the monsoon period. The project will begin immediately after the issuance of the acceptance letter or service order.

Why This Project Matters

Deonar’s Legacy and Strategic Importance

Deonar has been in operation since the 1920s and currently holds over 3 crore tonnes of waste. It has long been a subject of public concern due to pollution, fire hazards, and lack of land utilisation. Now, with this cleanup initiative, a substantial part of the land will be reclaimed for infrastructure development. This includes land support for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, which aims to transform one of Asia’s largest informal settlements — home to nearly 1 million people.

Land Utilisation Post Cleanup

After the remediation process, BMC plans to retain only 136 acres of the total 311-acre land parcel. The rest will be freed up for developmental use, particularly linked to DRP and other public infrastructure.

One of the Largest Waste Management Tenders in India

This tender marks one of the biggest solid waste management contracts ever floated by BMC. It highlights the growing push for sustainable land reclamation, improved urban sanitation, and preparing Mumbai for vertical growth and population densification.