Pagdi system house under sra

Yes, a Pagdi system chawl can be redeveloped under the SRA scheme, but its legality is complex and depends on specific circumstances.

The Pagdi system is legally recognized under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999, which grants tenants strong occupancy rights. While some experts argue that development on Pagdi land cannot be done under the SRA scheme and that it falls under RERA or MHADA instead, others note that if the area is declared a slum, the SRA framework can apply.

The key legal principle is that a tenant's rights cannot be extinguished without due process. Therefore, any SRA redevelopment must maintain the status quo of authorized occupiers and cannot be implemented without the tenant's informed consent or without duly acquiring their rights. The government has also announced new frameworks to streamline such redevelopments.