Rustomjee Builds Model Labour Housing in Thane
16 Apr 2025
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CW Team
In a pioneering move that redefines worker welfare in Indian real estate, Rustomjee Group has unveiled a state-of-the-art 35,000 sq. ft. labour housing facility at the construction site of Rustomjee Urbania in Thane. The project sets a new industry benchmark by integrating comfort, safety, sustainability, and dignity into housing for 500 construction workers.
Spread across 84 well-ventilated rooms, each 10x10 feet and accommodating up to six individuals, the facility offers far more than basic shelter. It represents a deeper cultural shift in how the construction workforce is valued鈥攃reating not just accommodation, but an ecosystem of care.
鈥淎t Rustomjee, we believe the people who build our cities deserve to be at the heart of them,鈥� said Boman Rustom Irani, Chairman & MD, Rustomjee Group. 鈥淭his initiative is a reflection of that belief鈥攏ot just housing, but a holistic living environment that prioritizes dignity and well-being.鈥�
Eco-Friendly and Safe by Design
The facility is equipped with a 40 KLD sewage treatment plant that recycles water for landscaping and flushing, and a 200 KG organic waste composter to manage kitchen waste sustainably. Safety has been deeply integrated with fire hydrants, high-capacity fire pumps, and sprinklers installed in sensitive zones like kitchens and gas banks.
Constructed using PUF panels, the hutments offer thermal insulation, ensuring comfort in all seasons. The space also features a UV-based water purification system for safe drinking water and 42 double-burner gas stoves in a modern canteen that can cater to 280 workers simultaneously.
Beyond Basics: Health, Recreation, and Community
Rustomjee鈥檚 vision extends far beyond the physical structure. The housing includes 29 toilets, 9 urinals, 15 bathing points, and a full-time doctor鈥檚 clinic along with a maternity room, cr猫che, barber shop, and retail outlets. To promote community and mental well-being, there鈥檚 also an open gym, sports zone, projector room, and entertainment lounge.
鈥淲orker housing is often just a checkbox,鈥� remarked Anupam Verma, CEO, Kapstone Constructions (a Rustomjee Group Company). 鈥淲e鈥檝e built this with the same attention to detail as any Rustomjee residence鈥攂ecause our workers are just as integral to our vision.鈥�
A Model for the Future
Plans are underway to replicate this model across other Rustomjee developments, reinforcing the Group鈥檚 commitment to inclusive and sustainable urban development.
About Rustomjee Group:
Established in 1996, Rustomjee has delivered over 25 million sq. ft. of projects across Mumbai鈥檚 prime locations. Its portfolio includes large townships, residential and commercial complexes, and educational and healthcare infrastructure across Prabhadevi, BKC Annex, Khar, Off Juhu, Kandivali, Borivali, Virar, and Thane.
With a focus on thoughtful design, social impact, and community development, Rustomjee continues to lead with a philosophy of building not just homes鈥攂ut better lives.
In a pioneering move that redefines worker welfare in Indian real estate, Rustomjee Group has unveiled a state-of-the-art 35,000 sq. ft. labour housing facility at the construction site of Rustomjee Urbania in Thane. The project sets a new industry benchmark by integrating comfort, safety, sustainability, and dignity into housing for 500 construction workers.
Spread across 84 well-ventilated rooms, each 10x10 feet and accommodating up to six individuals, the facility offers far more than basic shelter. It represents a deeper cultural shift in how the construction workforce is valued鈥攃reating not just accommodation, but an ecosystem of care.
鈥淎t Rustomjee, we believe the people who build our cities deserve to be at the heart of them,鈥� said Boman Rustom Irani, Chairman & MD, Rustomjee Group. 鈥淭his initiative is a reflection of that belief鈥攏ot just housing, but a holistic living environment that prioritizes dignity and well-being.鈥�
Eco-Friendly and Safe by Design
The facility is equipped with a 40 KLD sewage treatment plant that recycles water for landscaping and flushing, and a 200 KG organic waste composter to manage kitchen waste sustainably. Safety has been deeply integrated with fire hydrants, high-capacity fire pumps, and sprinklers installed in sensitive zones like kitchens and gas banks.
Constructed using PUF panels, the hutments offer thermal insulation, ensuring comfort in all seasons. The space also features a UV-based water purification system for safe drinking water and 42 double-burner gas stoves in a modern canteen that can cater to 280 workers simultaneously.
Beyond Basics: Health, Recreation, and Community
Rustomjee鈥檚 vision extends far beyond the physical structure. The housing includes 29 toilets, 9 urinals, 15 bathing points, and a full-time doctor鈥檚 clinic along with a maternity room, cr猫che, barber shop, and retail outlets. To promote community and mental well-being, there鈥檚 also an open gym, sports zone, projector room, and entertainment lounge.
鈥淲orker housing is often just a checkbox,鈥� remarked Anupam Verma, CEO, Kapstone Constructions (a Rustomjee Group Company). 鈥淲e鈥檝e built this with the same attention to detail as any Rustomjee residence鈥攂ecause our workers are just as integral to our vision.鈥�
A Model for the Future
Plans are underway to replicate this model across other Rustomjee developments, reinforcing the Group鈥檚 commitment to inclusive and sustainable urban development.
About Rustomjee Group:
Established in 1996, Rustomjee has delivered over 25 million sq. ft. of projects across Mumbai鈥檚 prime locations. Its portfolio includes large townships, residential and commercial complexes, and educational and healthcare infrastructure across Prabhadevi, BKC Annex, Khar, Off Juhu, Kandivali, Borivali, Virar, and Thane.
With a focus on thoughtful design, social impact, and community development, Rustomjee continues to lead with a philosophy of building not just homes鈥攂ut better lives.
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