URBANIZATION
What city is Dharavi located in?
Mumbai
What is rural to urban migration?
rural urbanization refers to the movement of people from countryside to cities.
What is the average number of people living in one room in Dharavi?
5 to 10 people
Which government has attempted several times to redevelop Dharavi?
Government of Maharashtra
What is one economic opportunity that attracts people to Mumbai?
Job opportunities in industries like finance, Bollywood and Manufacturing.
Name one factor that has contributed to rapid urbanization in Mumbai?
High natural population growth or rural-to-urban migration.
Why do people migrate to Mumbai from rural.
people migrate to Mumbai for job opportunities.
What is one of the major health issues due to poor sanitation in Dharavi?
waterborne diseases (such as cholera, typhoid, or diarrhea)
The Dharavi Redevelopment Project aims to replace slums with what type of housing?
high-rise apartments
How does Dharavi contributes to Mumbai's economy?
Dharavi has a thriving informal economy, contributing millions to Mumbai's economy through industries such as recycling.
How has urbanization affected housing in Mumbai, particularly in areas such as Dharavi?
Rapid urbanization has led to overcrowded and informal housing, with many people living in slums.
Which major industry in Dharavi employs a large number of residents in small-scale recycling?
the plastics industry
Many Dharavi residents do not have access to this basic service in their homes, often relying on public facilities.
clean water or sanitation (toilets)
Why have past redevelopment efforts in Dharavi often been resisted by residents?
fear of losing homes and livelihoods
What mode of transportation do many Dharavi residents rely on for commuting to jobs in central Mumbai?
the Mumbai suburban railway (local trains)
What role does Mumbai's economy play in driving urbanization?
Mumbai is a financial and commercial hub.
In addition to leather and recycling, Dharavi is also known for producing goods in this sector, often exported globally.
the pottery or textile sector
Dharavi's informal schools play a crucial role in educating children, but what percentage of children in slum areas like Dharavi are believed to drop out before high school?
50%
What is one key challenge to implementing redevelopment in Dharavi?
the complex land ownership and multiple stakeholders involved
Dharavi was famously featured in this Oscar-winning 2008 film, which brought global attention to life in the slums.
Slumdog Millionaire
How does the urbanization rate in Mumbai compare to the national average in India?
Mumbai's urbanization rate his higher than the national average due its status.
What percentage of Mumbai’s waste is recycled in Dharavi?
approximately 80%
What is the term for illegal electricity connections that are common in Dharavi?
“katchi” (unauthorized electricity connections)
Which architect’s famous housing model for low-income populations has inspired proposals for Dharavi’s redevelopment?
Charles Correa
Dharavi has been described as a “city within a city.” It has its own markets, schools, and even this system of organized, informal self-governance. What is the government and council that governs this area?
community councils or informal governance networks