Dagdi Chawl

Coordinates: 18°58′38″N 72°49′45″E / 18.977129°N 72.829131°E / 18.977129; 72.829131 Dagdi Chawl is an erstwhile slum neighbourhood in Byculla, Mumbai, used to house mill workers from the nearby industries. Now it is known for the fortified home of mafia don turned politician Arun Gawli.[1] On 2nd October 2015, a Marathi film starring Ankush Choudhary, Makarand Deshpande and Pooja Sawant has been released by the name Daagdi Chawl which showcases 1995-96 gang war.

References

  1. ↑ Samervel, Rebecca (1 September 2012). "Ex-MLA Arun Gawli goes from Dagdi Chawl to life in jail". Times of India. Retrieved 7 June 2013.


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