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Two-Day Consultations on Visakhapatnam Development Plan

VISAKHAPATNAM: The Chairman of the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), Pranav Gopal, and Metropolitan Commissioner KS Viswanathan will be at the VMRDA office on July 16 and 17 (Wednesday and Thursday) to gather public feedback on the master plan. This marks the conclusion of a month-long consultation process aimed at receiving objections and suggestions from the public and local representatives regarding the master plan spanning the VMRDA’s jurisdiction, which includes the districts of Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram. Although the initial plan was developed during the YSRCP’s tenure, the new government has opted to revise it due to widespread claims…

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Karnataka CM Halts Land Acquisition for Aerospace Park

The Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, announced on Tuesday that the government will not proceed with plans to acquire land near Bengaluru’s international airport for an aerospace park, effectively putting an end to a three-year-long protest by farmers. Farmers from several villages in Devanahalli taluk have been demonstrating against the acquisition of their agricultural lands for industrial development. After extensive discussions with farmer leaders, the CM mentioned that the government is open to purchasing land from farmers willing to sell, offering higher compensation than the market value or a greater share of developed land as trade. Officials stated that these…

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CM directs UDD to fast-track Maan-Mhalunge TP scheme clearance

PUNE: During a recent review meeting on civic and infrastructure matters, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed the urban development department to expedite the clearance of the Maan-Mhalunge town planning scheme in Hinjewadi, according to senior officials from the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). “The CM specifically instructed department officials to address the delays and ensure the proposal is processed without further setbacks,” said a senior PMRDA official who attended last week’s meeting. The PMRDA has received technical approval for four of the six proposed town planning schemes from the urban development department (UDD), but government notifications are still awaited.…

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Noida Aims for Firefight Tech Upgrade as Buildings Rise

Representative image created by AI NOIDA: The fire department is enhancing its firefighting resources by procuring high-pressure foam extinguishers, capable of extinguishing fires in buildings up to 100 storeys high. The technology, which was recently demonstrated at the fire safety expo in Greater Noida, was effectively tested by the fire department at the city’s tallest edifice — the 74-storey Supertech Supernova tower located in Sector 94. The Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) technology utilizes a high-pressure foam delivery mechanism that can sustain pressure even at great heights. Fire officials indicate that high-rise fires present significant challenges, as water pressure diminishes…

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Gujarat Unveils New Policy for Township Projects After 16 Years

Representative image created by AI GANDHINAGAR: Gujarat is reexamining its urban housing strategy. As part of its Urban Development Year initiative, the state government is crafting a new township policy aimed at fostering organized and affordable housing throughout its cities. The previous policy from 2009 struggled to take off due to various implementation issues. The updated version aims to provide incentives such as eased floor space index (FSI), tax reductions, and improved alignment with urban development plans. Sixteen years after launching the 2009 Residential Township Policy, the government plans to entice real estate developers to create large-scale, self-sufficient townships. Senior…

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Delhi CM convenes meeting to review Master Plan 2041

File Photo NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called a high-level meeting on Monday to assess the provisions of the long-awaited Master Plan for Delhi (MPD) 2041, according to officials. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) submitted the draft plan to the Centre in April 2023, but it has yet to receive approval from the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Sources indicate that the DDA vice-chairman will present a comprehensive overview of the draft to the chief minister and other senior officials, including heads of departments related to industries, environment, and revenue. The meeting aims to concentrate…

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Chhattisgarh Cabinet OKs Authority to Enhance Urban Growth

Representative image created by AI RAIPUR: On Friday, the Chhattisgarh cabinet approved a series of transformative proposals, highlighted by the establishment of the State Capital Region Authority (SCRA), modeled after Delhi’s NCR. This authority aims to manage rapid urbanization across Raipur, Durg-Bhilai, and Nava Raipur Atal Nagar through systematic and sustainable development. Chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai at the Secretariat in Nava Raipur, the cabinet recognized projections indicating the region could accommodate nearly five million residents by 2031, emphasizing the critical need for efficient land utilization and environmental safeguards. A government statement revealed that the SCRA will prioritize…

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Purandar Airport Objection Hearings Over; Land Survey Starts Soon

Representative image created by AI PUNE: The administration of Pune district has concluded hearings for over 3,000 objections and suggestions from farmers in seven villages of Purandar taluka regarding the proposed ₹3,500-crore international airport. A joint land measurement will commence this month, followed by the submission of a comprehensive report to the state government, according to district land acquisition officials. Officials noted that opinions among villagers vary; some firmly oppose the project, while others seek better compensation, jobs, and rehabilitation packages. “Responses have improved since the hearings began, but many farmers still have concerns. We aim to gain their trust,”…

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Lucknow Body Plans Industrial Township near Agra Expressway

Representative image created by AI LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to establish an industrial township along the Agra Expressway. A meeting was conducted with farmers at Dona village in Kakori on Friday. The meeting gathered village leaders and district panchayat members from 12 nearby villages to discuss land acquisition. LDA Joint Secretary Sushil Pratap Singh announced that the township will span 5,610 acres in the Sadar and Sarojininagar tehsils, impacting several villages, including Bhalia, Adampur Indwara, Bahru, Jaliyamau, Madarpur, Ibrahimganj, Naktaura, Gehalwara, Tejkrishna Khera, Rewari, Sakra, and Dona. The development aims to provide residential options for over…

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Height Limits Set Within 20 km of Noida Airport

Representative image created by AI NOIDA: On Friday, Noida International Airport issued a public advisory emphasizing that builders and local authorities must adhere to height restrictions within a 20 km radius of the airport. According to Kiren Jain, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Noida International Airport, no construction, building, or tree planting is permitted in this radius unless one obtains a ‘Height Clearance’ or ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) from the Airport Authority of India (AAI). This clearance is essential, not just a regulatory formality, to protect flight operations and navigation infrastructure from possible obstructions, Jain explained. “As the Noida International…