Maharashtra Launches Audit of Slum Act to Accelerate Redevelopment

The Maharashtra government has formed a special panel to audit the implementation of the Slum Act, a law enacted to regulate redevelopment of slum areas. The audit seeks to identify bottlenecks and ensure compliance with statutory provisions. By reviewing project timelines, land acquisition records and stakeholder agreements, the panel hopes to reduce delays and improve transparency. Officials say the audit will pave the way for faster approvals and smoother execution of redevelopment schemes.