While the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has decided to provide monthly rent of Rs 20,000 to tenants and residents of 96 buildings it declared dilapidated on May 21, the occupants have expressed scepticism regarding the monetary support.

“The redevelopment process is a lengthy one, and we are not sure if the authorities will provide this rent till we gain possession of our redeveloped homes,” said Bipin Panchal, a resident of Mancharam Niwas in Girgaon. Many of these buildings had received notices from April to May, stating that the residents had to vacate their respective flats in three months. Initially, the reactions from the residents were of disapproval, as many had been staying in these structures for more than 10 years, and were facing difficulties in finding a house within budget in the same area.