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Construction of a proposed jetty at Cuffe Parade in south Mumbai was stopped after it emerged that mandatory Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) permissions had not been obtained. The project, initiated by the Maharashtra Fisheries Development Corporation, faced strong opposition from residents who said it would impact a community-developed promenade. The Cuffe Parade Residents Association claimed to have spent over INR 30 crore on maintaining the space. They also raised concerns about encroachments, illegal structures and questioned the need for another jetty when the nearby Vadwapa jetty already serves local fishermen.
Work on the proposed jetty at Cuffe Parade has been halted after the Maharashtra Fisheries Development Corporation found that required Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) permissions were not in place. The stoppage came shortly after a ceremonial foundation event was held at the site, drawing criticism from residents who said construction had begun without complete regulatory clearance. Advertisement
The project had been opposed by members of the Cuffe Parade Residents Association (CPRA), who argued that the jetty would affect a promenade and garden space maintained by local citizens for several years. The association stated that the land is a designated Collector's Plot meant for community use and that residents have collectively spent over INR 30 crore to develop and maintain the open space. They also said that government records had earlier acknowledged their role in maintaining the garden.
According to residents, the issue began with a small ramp created to help a limited number of boats during the monsoon season. Over time, they said, the ramp was shifted near Plot No. 106 and expanded in use. They claimed that more than 40 boats now operate from the spot, which has led to increased activity and gradual occupation of adjoining public land. The association further alleged that around 30 unauthorised shanties and an illegal temple structure have come up in the area over the years.
The residents maintained that there was no traditional fishing village or notified jetty at this stretch of the promenade in the past. Referring to publicly available satellite imagery, they stated that historical records do not show the presence of such facilities at the site. They also pointed out that along Mumbai's coastline, locations such as Gateway of India, Girgaon Chowpatty, Worli, Mahim, Dadar, Juhu and Versova typically have one recognised jetty per stretch. In this case, they noted that the nearby Vadwapa jetty is already operational and caters to local fishing needs.
When contacted, the local Member of the Legislative Assembly said he was not aware that construction had begun without CRZ clearance. He added that he had been informed that work had now been stopped and that steps were being taken to construct boundary walls to prevent further encroachment of the promenade area.
Residents have questioned why the project was initiated before obtaining full statutory approvals and have sought clarity on the exact purpose and scale of the proposed jetty. They have also demanded transparency on whether environmental impact assessments and coastal norms were properly reviewed before the foundation ceremony was conducted.
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