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HYDRAA Reclaims Park Land, Constructs Two Five-Story Buildings

HYDERABAD: On Wednesday, the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) reclaimed a park site in Meerpet and sealed off two illegal five-storey buildings in Manikonda after receiving multiple complaints from local residents. In the first incident, HYDRAA successfully protected 2,100 square yards of designated park land in Nandi Hills Colony, located within the Meerpet municipality of Balapur mandal, Rangareddy district. This land, which was intended for public use, had allegedly been encroached upon through “by-number” registrations, with residents suggesting that forged layout plans were used to validate the intrusion. “Based on complaints received during HYDRAA Prajavani, we conducted…

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Rivers, groundwater threatened as STPs decline in Pune, Pimpri

PUNE: The declining health of rivers in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad has repeatedly come under scrutiny in recent years. According to citizens, activists, and experts, a significant factor is the inadequate sewage treatment plants (STP) managing the wastewater flowing into these water bodies, both at the municipal level and in individual residential complexes. In a January 19 ruling this year, the Bombay High Court mandated that all municipal corporations across the state ensure no occupancy certificates (OC) are issued for high-rises lacking proper connections to the civic sewage lines or without an STP on-site. This ruling is particularly important as…

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YEIDA Dismantles Illegal Colony, Clears 25 Acres Near Noida Airport

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of your content: Representative Image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) took significant action on Monday, reclaiming 25 acres of land valued at Rs 400 crore from illegal housing projects near the upcoming airport. During the operation, officials demolished an unauthorized colony known as “Green City,” which occupied approximately 12 acres in Dayanatpur village. Additional encroachments spanning about 7 acres were also targeted, where illegal plotting was reported. Moreover, a 60-meter-wide road leading to the airport was cleared as well. In a concurrent operation, nearly 6 acres of encroachments were removed in Sabota…

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140 Ahmedabad Construction Sites Under Air Pollution Watch

Representative Image AHMEDABAD: As part of preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is intensifying its efforts to enhance air quality by focusing on reducing pollution from construction activities. To achieve this, AMC has introduced the Good Construction Practices Policy, which mandates that construction sites with a built-up area over 20,000 sq. m must install dust sensors, air quality display boards, and CCTV cameras. Currently, around 140 construction sites throughout the city are equipped with these air quality sensors, which are routinely monitored. Enforcement actions have been taken against non-compliant sites, resulting in penalties totaling Rs…

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Mysuru Body Proposes Expansion of Local Planning Area Amid Doubts

MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) is planning to expand its local planning area (LPA) from 519 sq km to nearly 1,200 sq km, potentially increasing its administrative coverage over the city’s development. This proposal aims to facilitate more organized and centralized planning; however, there are concerns that it does not sufficiently address Mysuru’s rapid growth or the necessity for solid mass transportation infrastructure. MDA’s in-charge commissioner, K R Rakshith, informed TOI that since the authority’s establishment eight months ago, three board meetings have taken place. During the latest meeting last month, chaired by the deputy commissioner, the board decided…

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Mohali Dismantles Illegal Structures Near Sukhna Lake

MOHALI: The district administration conducted an anti-encroachment drive in Naya Gaon on Monday, adhering to high court directives aimed at removing unauthorized constructions in the Kansal catchment area of Sukhna Lake. The operation was overseen by the designated nodal officer and involved teams from AME, the building inspector, general inspector, and the executive officer. Police, including the Naya Gaon SHO, were present to maintain order during the action. Officials indicated that the enforcement teams targeted structures built in violation of court orders, particularly around Patiala Ki Rao and parts of Shivalik Vihar. These areas are within the restricted Kansal catchment…

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Only 15% of Gurugram’s construction sites follow dust rules

GURUGRAM: Construction dust is a major contributor to pollution, yet only about 15% of large construction projects in the area adhere to mandatory air quality monitoring regulations. According to data from Haryana’s dust-control portal, just 461 construction sites measuring 500 square meters or more have registered, while approximately 3,000 are estimated to be operational. This suggests that nearly 85% are not in compliance with official monitoring protocols. Registration on this portal is required under guidelines set by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). These guidelines also mandate that projects install PM2.5 and PM10 sensors connected to a live dashboard…

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BDA Layout Residents to Join New Greater Bengaluru Authority

Representative AI image BENGALURU: Residents of several previously neglected Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) layouts are on the verge of gaining democratic involvement. The government has started transferring major BDA-developed areas to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and its respective city corporations. For the first time, residents will have the ability to hold the GBA accountable for developmental activities. The initiative includes significant residential areas such as Banashankari 6th Stage, JP Nagar 8th and 9th Phases, Anjanapura Township, and Sir M Visvesvaraya Layout, which were under BDA governance for many years—a body not designed for everyday civic management. Residents have expressed…

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CREDAI Calls for Centralized STPs for Safer Vizag Operations

VISAKHAPATNAM: Addressing rising concerns regarding the operations of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) in large apartment complexes, CREDAI-Visakhapatnam is advocating for a structured and centralized system to ensure safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance. According to government regulations, high-rise residential buildings with more than 100 dwelling units are mandated to install STPs. While these systems are crucial for wastewater treatment and recycling, their routine operation is often handed over to apartment associations post-construction. Many associations opt to hire third-party agencies for management due to a lack of technical expertise in-house. CREDAI leaders warn that inadequate vetting of these operators is becoming a…

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GDA to Hand Over Five Colonies, Pay ₹66 Crore for Civic Work

GHAZIABAD: The GDA (Ghaziabad Development Authority) and GMC (Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation) have officially completed the handover of five colonies. GDA has pledged Rs 66 crore for essential improvements to water, road, and sewer infrastructure. This marks their first streamlined handover agreement since Indirapuram, which took over a decade. The colonies involved in this transfer include Swarn Jyantipuram, B Block of Karpuri Puram, Bhaurao Devrash Colony, KB Block in Pratap Vihar, CP Block in Govindpuram, and a segment of Raj Nagar Extension along Pusta Road. Additionally, a 56 MLD STP (Sewage Treatment Plant) located in Madhuban Bapudham will also be handed…