Mumbai Happenings

After 2 successful sessions, the third session of Mumbai Happenings was about the Transition from IPC to BNS. The speakers were Adv Anand Desai, Managing Partner , DSK Legal , and Mr. Satish Mathur IPS (Rtd), Former DGP Maharashtra.
This transition represents not only a change in the legal framework but also a step towards modernizing our justice system to better reflect the needs and values of contemporary India. With BNS, we aim to address the limitations and challenges posed by the IPC, ensuring a more efficient, transparent, and just legal system for all citizens.

The session was not just a discussion but an opportunity for all of us to engage, question, and learn. We explored the intricacies of this legal transition, with a shared goal of fostering a more equitable and just society. The active participation and thoughtful contributions made this session of Mumbai Happenings a platform for meaningful dialogue and impactful change.

Mumbai First, a prominent non-profit organisation committed to the betterment of Mumbai and its suburbs, is delighted to announce the revival of its Knowledge Series, Mumbai Happenings, this year. With a renewed vigour, our initiative seeks to unravel the intricacies of urban challenges and pave the way for a more sustainable, inclusive, and thriving Mumbai. Mumbai Happenings is structured as a recurring set of lectures once in two months, with experts from a variety of disciplines collaborating on our endeavour to address the intricate problems facing Mumbai City and its surrounding areas. Our goal is to promote constructive discourse, knowledge exchange, and cooperative problem-solving for a more sustainable, inclusive, and vibrant urban environment through engaging lectures. The series is in collaboration with the Bombay Management Association and Blue Ribbon Movement.

The first session from the series revolved around the BMC Budget Analysis. The presentation, followed by an insightful panel discussion about the interpretation of the Budget and understanding the details of MCGM’s budgetary processes.

As we continue with the next discussion on Mumbai Happenings, we are proud to present the second session focusing on knowing more about the Right to Services Act. The Right to Services Act provides that the citizens shall be provided services by the State Government in a transparent, efficient and time bound manner. Our discussion will delve into its nuances, implications, and potential impact on the lives of Mumbaikars.

Mumbai First is launching its Knowledge Series ‘Mumbai Happenings’ to address urban challenges and promote dialogue about Mumbai’s overall development. The first session will focus on the BMC Budget Analysis for 2024, which is crucial to shaping the city’s trajectory. The series will bring together experts from diverse fields to engage in dynamic lectures, fostering knowledge-sharing, constructive dialogue, and collaborative problem-solving. Mumbai Happenings will take place once in two months, featuring distinguished speakers and engaging panel discussions. Each session will focus on a specific theme or challenge crucial to Mumbai’s development. The format will include presentations, interactive discussions, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities, encouraging collaboration and synergies among attendees. The inaugural session will set the stage for meaningful conversations and initiate a broader discourse on the city’s future. This initiative serves as an awareness campaign, inviting citizens to actively participate and deliberate on the trajectory of Mumbai.