Today Group and Prachar Developers Plan Private Smart City at Kharghar Hills

What has been announced

On 2 November 2026, Today Group announced plans to develop what it describes as Navi Mumbai's first private smart city at Kharghar Hills, in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The announcement was issued as a paid release. It was carried as sponsored content by Tribune online on 2 November 2026 at 18:02 IST, and by Business Standard on 3 November 2026 at 00:35 IST.

According to the release, the project will combine homes, lifestyle facilities, technology and connectivity in one destination. The release describes the project as being in its pre-launch phase and says it offers spacious homes in a township setting.

Who is behind the project

Today Group is developing the project in association with Prachar Developers. Bhadresh Shah, Managing Director of Today Group, is named in the release. He said the team placed the needs of a larger community at the centre of its planning, and that the focus is on making the scale meaningful for every generation, with spaces that meet individual needs, encourage shared experiences and deliver long-term value.

The release says Today Group has more than two decades of experience in Navi Mumbai real estate, has delivered more than 30 projects and has earned the trust of over 3,000 families. The release describes the group's approach as quality, innovation and human-centric design across residential and commercial spaces.

Scale and amenities as claimed by the developer

The developer says the project was conceived on an expansive scale but has not given a land area in the release. Its main highlight is described as Navi Mumbai's biggest clubhouse, intended for recreation and shared use by children and adults. The release also refers to a technology-enabled environment, extensive lifestyle amenities and scenic hill views and natural surroundings.

The release does not set out an amenity list, the size of the clubhouse or any unit configurations. All claims about the project come from the developer.

Location and connectivity

The release cites the 60-feet-wide Kharghar Link Road as a route that will improve internal connectivity. It also lists access to Kharghar Railway Station, the Sion-Panvel Highway and the Belapur-Pendhar Metro Line, with Amandoot metro station about five minutes away. Navi Mumbai International Airport and the upcoming bullet train network are cited as further connections, without opening dates.

The Kharghar-Turbhe Link Road, a CIDCO project costing about ₹2,099 crore, is expected to cut the Turbhe to Kharghar journey from about 40 minutes to about 10 minutes once complete. Officials have announced it will be fully operational by September 2028, according to a news report. A second source says construction began in December 2024 and includes a 1.8-km twin tunnel and a 3.4-km elevated viaduct.

The Airoli-Katai Naka corridor is a related road project. The current listed target for its 6.71-km Phase III is 10 October 2028, according to MMRDA. The release says the Kharghar-Turbhe Link Road is expected to cut travel time to Vashi to around 20 minutes.

What it means for buyers and investors

The release presents the project as a fresh option for buyers who missed earlier opportunities in Kharghar and as a long-term investment alongside its lifestyle appeal. These are the developer's claims. No independent analyst, price data or regulator statement on the project has been published.

Buyers evaluating the project should note that the release gives no price, launch date, possession date or registration details. Any future offer will need to be checked against the project's own registration and approval records before a purchase decision is made.

What happens next

The developer has not announced a dated next step for this project, such as a launch date, approval or filing. The nearby road dates are the most concrete timelines in the area: the Kharghar-Turbhe Link Road is targeted for September 2028, and the Airoli-Katai Naka Phase III is listed for 10 October 2028. Future updates on the project are expected to come from the developer and its registration filings.