In a strategic move to accelerate Mumbai’s transformation into a future-ready metropolis, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) hosted a high-level delegation from the Republic of Korea during the India Global Forum 2025 in Mumbai. The delegation included senior officials from key institutions such as the Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority (IFEZ), Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), and the World Smart Cities Forum (WSCF).
The visit reinforced the deepening of ties established under a Memorandum of Understanding signed at Davos last year, which inducted Mumbai into the Global Twin Cities Platform. This platform promotes collaboration between cities leading in innovation, sustainability, and smart governance.
IFEZ Model Inspires Mumbai’s Smart Urban Agenda
At the centre of the discussions was the success of IFEZ in transforming Incheon into a $100 billion economic hub through integrated urban planning and advanced infrastructure. MMRDA and the Korean delegation explored how Incheon’s strategies could be adapted for the Mumbai 3.0 initiative, with a focus on green mobility, AI-enabled governance, smart housing, and sustainable infrastructure.
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WSCF and MMRDA Plan Capacity Building and Knowledge Exchange
WSCF, a global non-profit championing technology-driven, citizen-centric urban development, will play a critical role in facilitating knowledge transfer and pilot programs. MMRDA’s focus is on applying global best practices to local mega projects such as mixed-use townships, logistics parks, fintech hubs, and affordable housing developments.
Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee underlined the importance of global cooperation in realizing the Mumbai 3.0 vision. The collaboration is expected to enhance MMR’s competitiveness, create high-value employment opportunities, and deliver more inclusive and sustainable growth across the region.
Mumbai 3.0 aims to reimagine the city through modern infrastructure, smart governance, and urban innovation—positioning Mumbai as a global benchmark for next-generation urban transformation.
