Meeting held in the month of September 2024
CREDAI and CREDAI-MCHI Delegation Meets Shri Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa
On September 4, 2024, CREDAI-MCHI successfully organized a meeting with Shri Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, to discuss pressing GST issues impacting the real estate sector. Shri Sunny Bijlani represented CREDAI-MCHI and presented the concerns of the industry. The Chief Minister was highly receptive to the points raised and committed to taking them forward.
Building on this initial meeting, a delegation from CREDAI and CREDAI-MCHI, led by Shri Boman Irani, President of CREDAI and Immediate Past President of CREDAI-MCHI, along with Shri Domnic Romell, President of CREDAI-MCHI, met with Shri Pramod Sawant again in Panjim on September 17, 2024.
During this follow-up discussion, the delegation addressed critical GST issues affecting the real estate sector. The dialogue was constructive, and the points raised were well received. and the points raised were well received.
Stakeholders Roundtable Consultation on ‘Enhancing Heat Resilience in Mumbai’s Building Sector’ Held on September 19, 2024
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and C40 Cities hosted a roundtable consultation focused on enhancing heat resilience in Mumbai’s building sector. Shri Keval Valambhia, Chief Operations Officer of CREDAI-MCHI, represented CREDAI-MCHI at the event.
Mumbai has experienced alarming temperature increases, recording its second warmest year since 1901 in 2023, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. This situation is particularly severe for vulnerable communities in densely populated areas, highlighting the urgent need for action.
The Mumbai Climate Action Plan (MCAP) 2022 identifies urban heat as a critical risk and outlines strategies for resilience. With support from C40 Cities, BMC is implementing heat-resilient practices for both new and existing buildings. Technical assistance from Taru Leading Edge Pvt. Ltd has identified heat hotspots and developed strategies to mitigate heat impacts, including recommendations for building materials and guidelines for outdoor workers.
The roundtable aimed to gather insights from stakeholders on improving heat resilience in the building sector, addressing supply chain challenges, design practices, and opportunities for innovation. Together, we can shape a sustainable future for Mumbai in the face of rising temperatures.