India, May 16 -- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to build two underground parking projects in South Mumbai - at Kala Ghoda and near Regal Cinema - as part of its urban rejuvenation plan for South Mumbai's heritage precincts. The parking lots have received approval from the Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee (MHCC).

The tendering process is underway, with work on the Kala Ghoda project expected to begin after the monsoon, followed by the Regal junction project.

The two facilities, designed to accommodate nearly 300 vehicles each, aim to reduce roadside parking and ease congestion in the densely packed 'A' ward, home to several colonial-era buildings, Art Deco structures, cultural institutions and tourist landmarks...