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Panchkula to Take Over 11 HSVP Sectors

PANCHKULA: The Haryana government is set to transfer management of 11 sectors from the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) to the Panchkula municipal corporation (MC) in a significant administrative reform. This change aims to eliminate long-standing jurisdictional overlaps and consolidate governance under one authority. Panchkula Mayor Sham Lal Bansal announced on Saturday that Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has approved the consolidation plan. Saini has instructed that all independent public departments operating within municipal boundaries be completely integrated into the MC, ensuring clear accountability. The management of local services in Panchkula has historically been fragmented among the MC, HSVP, Panchkula…

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Bhopal: Two Illegal Colonies Torn Down in Huzur Area

BHOPAL: On Friday, the district administration demolished structures on two plots of land in the Huzur area, where illegal colonies were being constructed, resulting in the clearance of encroachments valued at Rs 27 crore. One of these colonies was found at Barkhedi Bajayaft on land owned by the son of a former IAS officer, who previously served as Bhopal collector, according to sources. The demolition initiative began at Mendori village near Kerwa Dam, where an illegal colony was being developed on 1.59 hectares by a developer. The land cleared from encroachments is estimated to be worth Rs 15 crore. Subsequently,…

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Goa Approves 11,948 sq m Conversion to Settlement Zone

Representative Image PANAJI: The Town and Country Planning (TCP) department has authorized the conversion of an additional 11,948 sqm of land from orchard and natural cover to settlement zone under Section 39A of the Goa Town and Country Planning Act. This decision is part of ongoing modifications to the Regional Plan for Goa 2021, which were announced over the past week. A notification from the TCP department dated June 24 has finalized five proposals across Pernem, Canacona, and Bardez. Two of these approvals involve the transformation of natural cover into a settlement zone, while the remaining three convert orchard land…

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Rajasthan: Govt Pattas Undermine Crackdown on Illegal Colonies

JAIPUR: Despite the state government expressing concerns about rising encroachments and unauthorized colonies, its move to regularize such settlements through Urban Service Camps has faced criticism from town planners and municipal officials. They argue that this policy incentivizes violations and undermines law enforcement. Officials contend that this practice encourages builders to establish illegal colonies, banking on potential future government approvals. A circular dated June 10 introduced relaxations to urban development laws, aimed at expediting case resolutions during these camps. Under this directive, matters like mutation, conversion of leasehold to freehold properties, issuance of no-objection certificates (NOCs), and plot subdivisions will…

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NCR to Develop 4 New Cities Along RRTS Corridors for Housing

The National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) has proposed the development of four new greenfield cities along the Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) corridors, which experts believe will enhance affordability in the NCR’s real estate market. The initiative identifies the KMP–Eastern Peripheral Expressway area as Central NCR’s Ring of Opportunity, ensuring formal notification for all non-notified land within the CRE-I boundary. This new framework ends a lengthy period of regulatory uncertainty for land located between the jurisdictions of Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, offering a structured path for FAR and land use permissions for the first time. “NCR is expected…

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MCG Denies Waste Charge Exemptions on Property Tax in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has clarified that no exemptions will be provided regarding garbage collection charges linked to property tax bills, amidst growing uncertainty among residents. MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya emphasized to TOI that the charges should not be seen solely as a garbage collection fee. “These are solid waste management charges that incorporate road sweeping and other sanitation expenses. Residents are required to pay,” he stated, noting that MCG’s annual sanitation expenditure amounts to approximately Rs 350 crore. This announcement follows weeks of confusion, during which many residents questioned the necessity of the charges. Various resident…

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Pune: Draft Development Plan for Merged Areas Approved

PUNE: During the civic body’s general meeting on Monday, a proposal was approved to initiate the draft development plan (DP) for 23 regions merged with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) in 2021. The proposal also designated city engineer Aniruddha Pavaskar as the town planning officer tasked with overseeing the DP. This measure received unanimous support from corporators, who urged the administration to expedite the DP preparation. The formation of the DP for these 23 merged areas has encountered various technical hurdles over the past five years. An initial DP drafted by the PMRDA was canceled by the state government for…

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Bihar CM to Develop Groundwater Policy

Representative AI image PATNA: Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday urged officials to quickly formulate a groundwater policy to ensure the conservation, effective management, and sustainable use of groundwater resources in Bihar. During a review meeting of the minor water resources department at Sankalp Sabhagar in Lok Sevak Awas, the CM highlighted the necessity of a robust institutional framework that coordinates efforts across relevant departments. He pointed out the increasing demand for water and upcoming challenges, instructing officials to accelerate efforts on the Bihar Groundwater Management and Regulation Act, 2026. This legislation aims to regulate groundwater extraction, prevent overuse, and…

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Drone Surveys Update Urban Property Maps in Maharashtra; 140K Applications Cleared Online

PUNE: Homeowners in Maharashtra may soon have a simpler way to access ownership records and update land documents, thanks to a new state government initiative. A large-scale drone survey is being launched to map urban properties and digitize the mutation process for approximately one crore records. The revenue department’s extensive project includes municipal areas and surrounding gaothan (village site) limits. Officials indicate that this initiative aims to resolve ongoing issues with urban land records and significantly diminish future ownership disputes. State settlement commissioner Shailesh Nawal stated to TOI that, following instructions from the revenue minister, a government resolution (GR) has…

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New Buildings Found on Protected Forest Land in Anangpur

GURUGRAM: New construction activities have emerged in the protected forest area of Anangpur village. Observations during a site visit revealed recently erected structures, extensive boundary walls, and indications of ongoing development within a region governed by the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA), which has been the focal point of numerous legal disputes regarding encroachments in the Aravalis. During an inspection, TOI discovered a substantial multi-story building nearing completion, along with newly plastered compound walls surrounding significant land parcels and signs of ongoing masonry work. The land records confirm that these constructions are within a PLPA-designated area. This new development occurs…