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Haryana Targets Ambala Expansion with 6,600-Acre Buyback

Representative AI image AMBALA: The Haryana government has initiated plans to acquire over 6,600 acres of land as part of a significant urban expansion project for Ambala. This digital acquisition effort aims to create new residential and commercial hubs. The Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) is allowing farmers from seven prominent villages to sell their land via the state’s e-Bhoomi portal. In contrast to traditional compulsory acquisitions, this approach permits landowners to voluntarily express their interest and propose their own “desired price.” This initiative marks a major drive to modernize the infrastructure in this historic city, positioned at the border…

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Ambala Cantonment Set for Metropolis Status with 7 New Sectors

Representative AI image AMBALA: Haryana Minister Anil Vij has unveiled an urban expansion plan for Ambala Cantonment, announcing the commencement of development for seven new sectors under the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). This initiative is anticipated to significantly enlarge the city’s footprint, enhance residential and civic infrastructure, and position Ambala Cantt as a metropolitan hub. Grateful for the support of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Vij praised the state government’s commitment to accelerated infrastructure development, calling it a vital step toward modern urban progress. The seven sectors will span around 1,000 acres across the Ambala Cantt constituency and…

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Six Illegal Colonies Demolished in Ambala Cantonment

AMBALA: In a significant enforcement initiative, the District Town Planner (DTP) team in Ambala conducted demolition activities targeting six illegal colonies across approximately 21.5 acres in Ambala Cantonment’s urban area. This operation is part of an ongoing crackdown on unauthorized land developments. As per official reports, demolitions were executed in village Chandpura, covering around 10.1 acres over two illegally developed colonies. In village Sareri, also under Ambala Cantonment, three illegal colonies covering about 10.2 acres were dismantled. Additionally, one illegal colony in village Ranwala, spanning nearly 1 acre, was also demolished. During the operation, the enforcement team completely removed the…