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Andhra Pradesh Issues Guidelines for Land Pooling Scheme II

AI-generated Representative Image VIJAYAWADA: In a bold initiative, the state government is set to acquire an additional 40,000 to 45,000 acres for the construction of the capital city by introducing the guidelines for Land Pooling Scheme-II (LPS). Prior consultations have been held in Tadikonda and Pedakurapadu constituencies to facilitate the implementation of LPS-II, laying the foundation for an official launch. The government is also exploring options for acquiring further land to establish an international airport, a sports city, and smart industrial zones. Despite concerns from farmers who previously ceded their land in the first phase of LPS around a decade…

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Ghaziabad Authority Begins Land Acquisition for Harnandipuram

AI-generated Representative Image GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has commenced land acquisition for the Harnandipuram project, distributing over Rs 5 crore in compensation to approximately 25 farmers so far. According to GDA Vice Chairperson Atul Vats, “Land acquisition can be challenging. For the Harnandipuram township project, we need to acquire 336 hectares from five villages. The process is underway, with a sale deed worth Rs 43 lakh recently executed for 759 sqm of land in Nangla Feroze Mohan Nagar, marking the first transaction for the township.” In the last month, more than 25 farmers have finalized sale deeds totaling…

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85 of 730 Illegal Structures Cleared in Faridabad’s Aravalis

GURUGRAM: In Faridabad, of the 730 forest areas protected under Section 4 of the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA), about 85 have been cleared of encroachments. “Demolition drives began on June 11, targeting 85 locations identified during the survey,” stated a senior forest official. The PLPA prohibits construction, encroachment, and tree felling in these forest areas. “We are now focusing on larger structures like farmhouses. We’ve encountered resistance at certain sites, leading to two FIRs against individuals for damaging machinery and causing injuries,” he added. The Supreme Court, in its July 2022 ruling, mandated that all Aravali land protected under…

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Probe Opens into Illegal Construction in Raisina Hills

GURUGRAM: An investigation has been launched into illegal construction activities in the Raisina Hills of Sohna Aravalis, following significant land clearing, tree felling, and unauthorized constructions in the area. Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Chandar Bidhan initiated the inquiry amidst rising public concern regarding the illegal activities occurring on land protected by the 1992 Aravali notification. In a statement to TOI, he mentioned that the investigation aims to identify those responsible for the encroachments and evaluate the extent of environmental breaches. Complaints from local residents indicated the use of earthmovers to level extensive areas, heightening worries about permanent damage to the fragile…

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Ghaziabad Societies Without Rainwater Harvesting May Face Fines

GHAZIABAD: The GDA has begun actions against residential societies that lack rainwater harvesting systems. Inspections of over 650 societies revealed that numerous buildings either did not have these systems or had installations that were non-functioning. According to building bylaws, plots or group housing societies larger than 300 sqm must have rainwater harvesting systems; failing to comply could result in fines of up to Rs 3 lakh. “Our enforcement team has been tasked with inspecting each zone, after which notices will be issued to those not in compliance,” stated a GDA official. Many societies reportedly also fail to maintain their systems…

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Start of Structural Study on Margao’s Unsafe Buildings

MARGAO: After weeks of delays amidst growing public safety concerns, authorities have begun the long-awaited structural assessment of 22 unsafe buildings in Margao. Acting on the directive of South Goa collector Egna Cleetus, a team from Goa College of Engineering (GEC) conducted inspections of four buildings this week. This action follows nearly a month after Cleetus issued urgent orders for immediate measures after several building collapses were reported in Margao. Specifically, the collector instructed the public works department (PWD) to secure structural stability assessments from GEC within a week, as the Margao Municipal Council (MMC) cited budgetary constraints as an…

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Bhopal’s Central Slums Set to Relocate

Representative Image BHOPAL: The central area of Bhopal is set to experience substantial urban development, with plans to relocate slum settlements near Vallabh Bhawan to the Banganga area and other nearby locations within a 3 to 5 km radius, as per officials. Reports indicate that nine slum settlements currently near Vallabh Bhawan will be moved to Banganga, close to Jinsi, where around 14,000 permanent residences will be constructed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The affected communities include Vallabh Nagar, Vallabh Nagar-2, Om Nagar, Bhim Nagar, Durga Nagar-1 and 2, Ashok Samrat Nagar, Kumharpura, and Jhada Colony. Although initial plans…

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Chandigarh to invest ₹10.25 crore in Manimajra services

CHANDIGARH: The engineering department of the municipal corporation has projected a budget of approximately Rs 10.25 crore for the provision of essential services on a land parcel in Manimajra, intended for auction as a housing society. Of this total, Rs 4.96 crore has been allocated for public health services, Rs 3.32 crore for road construction, Rs 99 lakh for horticulture, and Rs 37 lakh for electrical services. Additionally, Rs 30 lakh has been earmarked for a common duct to accommodate networking lines for multiple utilities. In the public health segment, the engineering department will implement services such as sewerage, stormwater…

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Experts: Pune Airport’s Funnel Zone at Risk from Nearby Constructions

PUNE: Experts in civil aviation are urging increased action against rampant illegal construction activities near Lohegaon airport, warning that the safety of flight operations in the funnel zone may be at risk. Following the Pune Municipal Corporation’s recent crackdown on unauthorized buildings near the airport, experts believe that the response has been inadequate and delayed. An anonymous Indian Air Force (IAF) veteran commented that such extensive construction couldn’t occur without some level of collusion. “This is a significant issue that isn’t getting the attention it deserves. The collaboration between law enforcement, builders, politicians, and aviation officials could be contributing to…

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Ghaziabad Body Releases ₹800 Crore for Indirapuram Extension

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has reclaimed 10 hectares of land valued at ₹800 crore in Kanawni, Indirapuram. This land had been encroached upon for over a decade, with illegal shanties and hutments established on it. A GDA official stated that this reclaimed land will be integrated into the Indirapuram Extension scheme, which spans 34 hectares and aims to develop a new township. “Last week, we conducted a significant anti-encroachment operation in Kanawni, successfully recovering the land. We are now erecting pillars and securing the area with fencing,” the official added. The GDA is set to issue a request…