Mumbai: Kanhoji Angre Island to be developed into a tourist spot

In a major push for tourism and sailing activities around Mumbai, the Central Government has approved the proposal of developing Kanhoji Angre Island. As per the latest developments, the island will be developed on lines similar to that of the famous Elephanta Caves.
Reportedly, visitors will be provided staying facility on this newly developed island, unlike the Elephanta Caves, where visitors are not allowed to stay back at night. To ensure visitors enjoy a great stay in the island, makeshift restaurants and resorts will also be set up there.

Referring to this development, around 12 acres of the land will be developed for tourism activities, whereas the rest will be developed for port-related activity. It is estimated that the project will likely cost around INR 50 crore, which will also include setting up of basic infrastructure facilities, such as toilets, pathways, etc.
If things go as planned, it is expected that the project might likely take three years of time to complete. As per an official, since the standing finance committee has already cleared the project at a recent meeting in New Delhi, the MbPT (Mumbai Port Trust) can now start the tendering process.
Although no construction is allowed on the island because of costal regulation norms, temporary tents, resorts, restaurants will be set up to. The official further added that this project will give a push to Mumbai tourism, as tourism-related activities have also been proposed by the port trust authority.

It has also been reported that due permission has also been granted for a marina at Princess Dock in Mumbai to park yachts. To develop this high-end structure, it would cost approximately INR 350 crore, which will be able to park around 300 yachts. Also, once it is ready, all yachts and ferries parked at the Gateway of India will be shifted here.