By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News
The Metro Line 5 (Thane–Bhiwandi–Kalyan) corridor has officially recorded 292 structures as “impacted due to alignment clearance requirements”, according to the Environmental & Social Due Diligence Report (ESDDR) submitted by MMRDA to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in 2023.
These include 229 residential, 40 commercial, and 23 mixed-use structures. While this figure appears in project clearance documentation, MMRDA has not yet issued a plot-wise demolition or acquisition notice through a public circular or Government Resolution (GR). The count should therefore be treated as technically filed but pending civic notification.
What “Alignment Clearance” Means
In metro execution, structures marked under alignment impact are not immediately demolished. They are pre-identified for removal or modification based on:
- Construction alignment
- Pier foundation footprint
- Station entry and exit zones
Once the final execution schedule is published, MMRDA issues individual notices under land acquisition and rehabilitation guidelines.
Locality Impact — Areas Likely to Be Affected
| Stretch | Localities / Zones Referenced in Acquisition Maps |
|---|---|
| Thane Section | Kapurbawdi, Balkum, Kasheli, Temghar belt, Kalher (near Majiwada–Bhiwandi link) |
| Bhiwandi Section | Purna, Bhiwandi Naka, Rajiv Gandhi Chowk zone, Kongaon industrial belt |
| Kalyan Link Section | Ranjnoli Junction stretch towards Golavli connector (Metro 5 extension toward Kalyan APMC zone) |
Residents and investors in these localities are advised to track their survey numbers and Form 7/12 land entries via Tehsildar notices and MMRDA RAP (Resettlement Action Plan) updates.
Current Status and Next Steps
- 292 structures acknowledged in official AIIB-submitted documentation
- Formal civic demolition notices not yet issued — status remains pre-implementation
- Land measurement and utility shifting underway in Kasheli, Temghar, Purna, and Bhiwandi zones
- RAP (Resettlement Action Plan) will define compensation, relocation, or integration depending on structure type
About the Author
Arosh John is the Founder of John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835), known for expertise in luxury residences, redevelopment strategy, and land intelligence in Thane. He also serves as Editor-in-Chief of Thane Real Estate News, publishing verified insights into infrastructure and policy that shape the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Disclaimer
This report is based on the Environmental & Social Due Diligence Report for Metro Line 5 submitted by MMRDA to AIIB (2023) and public-access acquisition references. MMRDA has not yet issued demolition orders under a Government Resolution (GR). Stakeholders are advised to refer to official MMRDA land acquisition notices for binding legal and compensation procedures. Thane Real Estate News is an independent editorial platform and is not affiliated with MMRDA or any government authority.
