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Govt. approves GIS master plan for 56 of 59 UP cities

LUCKNOW: The state government has approved GIS-based master plans for 56 of the 59 cities in the region. Only the plans for Kanpur, Rampur, and Ghaziabad are still pending approval. With the aim of creating unified digital geo-referenced base maps and land use maps for the Amrut cities, housing department officials will have access to thematic maps and sector-specific databases. “Utilizing geospatial data enables urban planners to gain insights into development strategies, transportation hubs, geographic features, regional interconnections, and other key aspects of city planning,” stated a senior official from the housing department. Officials mentioned that a final review for…

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Hyderabad Old City corridor impacts 900 properties

HYDERABAD: The road widening initiative for the proposed Metro Rail corridor between MGBS and Chandrayangutta in Hyderabad’s Old City is progressing rapidly. HAML Managing Director Shri NVS Reddy emphasized that the alignment has been meticulously planned to optimize space while minimizing property impact. “Our initial estimate indicated that about 1,100 properties would be affected. Thanks to engineering redesigns and realignments, we’ve reduced that figure to approximately 900,” Reddy explained. He also addressed the numerous challenges encountered in the land acquisition and demolition phases. “Given the densely populated urban environment, houses are tightly packed, and the presence of overhead electricity cables…

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Gurugram Advances with Phase-I Metro Corridor Bids

Representative image created by AI GURUGRAM: GMRL is set to award the contract for the first phase of the Millennium City Centre-Cyber City in about a month and aims to kick off construction by September this year. Officials announced on Sunday that bids for the first phase of the new metro corridor have been assessed. The joint venture of Dilip Buildcon Ltd (DBL) and RBL is currently the lowest bidder for the construction contract, although the evaluation process remains ongoing. “The evaluation is nearing completion. We expect to finalize everything within this month and aim to commence construction by September.…

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Visakhapatnam: Cherlopalikhandam Township Plan Revived After 18 Years

Representative image created by AI VISAKHAPATNAM: After nearly 18 years of challenges, the long-standing issue surrounding the Cherlopalikhandam land near Anakapalli is finally resolved. This paves the way for a 58-acre integrated township project. Initially proposed in 2007 under the land pooling scheme (LPS), the project faced delays due to complications concerning 16 acres for which owner consent was not secured. The Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA), now known as the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), identified 86 acres in Cherlopalikhandam village for a major layout in 2007 due to high public demand. Of this, 62.37 acres were private…

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PM to Launch Bengaluru’s Yellow Line Metro on August 10

BENGALURU: On Sunday, BJP leader Tejasvi Surya announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bengaluru to inaugurate the Yellow Line Metro on August 10. During this visit, the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for Metro Phase-3. In a post on ‘X’, Surya stated, “Hon. PM Sri @narendramodi Ji’s visit to Bengaluru on August 10 will be a landmark moment for Bengaluru South. He will not only inaugurate the long-anticipated Yellow Line Metro operations but also lay the foundation stone for Metro Phase-3—a project approved by the Cabinet in the first 100 days of his third term.”…

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Uttar Pradesh to Launch New Housing Authorities in Four Cities

Representative image created by AI LUCKNOW: The UP housing department is considering the establishment of four new housing development authorities to facilitate planned development in Naimisharanya (Sitapur), Deoria, Farrukhabad, and Barabanki. Barabanki is experiencing organic growth due to its closeness to Lucknow, while Naimisharanya has been strategically selected for its religious significance. Both Deoria and Farrukhabad have also witnessed heightened real estate activity and development, both in urban cores and surrounding areas. Once a housing development authority is created, construction activities will adhere to standardized bylaws, enhancing infrastructure. Currently, building plans are approved by the relevant urban local bodies or…

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Ludhiana: LIT Uses Land Pooling to Complete Delayed Project

Representative image created by AI LUDHIANA: In a bid to prevent its dissolution, the Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) is focusing on the Punjab government’s land pooling scheme to advance its longstanding project aimed at creating a new residential and commercial zone in Lohara or Jaspal Bangar. The appointed consultant was recently tasked with submitting the project report. Meanwhile, LIT Chairman Tarsem Bhinder intends to discuss this initiative with key officials in Chandigarh. After several years without launching new projects, LIT’s only current endeavor is the construction of Atal Apartments on Pakhowal Road. Officials expressed concern that without significant projects, LIT…

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Bhubaneswar to Request Plot Owners for Road Development Access

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation Pushes for Road Handover from Developers Image: Caption: Representative image created by AI Bhubaneswar: On Wednesday, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) called upon developers and landowners to transfer roads that were designated at the time of their property purchases to the civic body. During a BMC meeting, corporators raised concerns about numerous roads not being handed over, which is hindering planned development and the construction of essential infrastructure like roads and drains. Officials explained that historically, large plots were subdivided for sale, and while roads were designated, they often were not formally transferred to the BMC upon…

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Piped Cooking Gas to Reach 20,000 Homes in Chennai’s Outskirts

Representative image created by AI CHENNAI: Approximately 20,000 homes along Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), Grand Southern Trunk (GST) Road, and the southern outskirts of the city will be equipped with piped natural gas (PNG) within the next 18 months, according to M Thirukumaran N T, regional head (Kanchipuram) of THINK Gas, which holds licenses for the area. The company currently has 5,500 active domestic connections, with nearly 60% located in Sholinganallur, Thiruporur, Thalambur, and Thaiyur along OMR. “We have developed sufficient infrastructure across OMR, sections of GST Road beyond Tambaram, and the southern suburbs. Expansion is actively underway,” he stated,…

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Gujarat Plans to Merge Five Towns into Ahmedabad Area

GANDHINAGAR: The state government is considering a plan to expand Ahmedabad by merging five neighboring municipalities into the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). The municipalities considered for inclusion are Sanand, Mehemdabad, Bareja, Kalol, and Dahegam. The proposal’s timing is crucial, coinciding with the municipal corporation elections scheduled for January 2026. This merger would significantly enhance Ahmedabad’s geographic and demographic scope. “The motivation behind this initiative is to promote coordinated urban development. The selected areas have experienced significant growth, necessitating organized infrastructure planning and essential services. Unifying these regions under a single administrative body could enhance service delivery and infrastructure improvement,” sources…