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Ayodhya land prices soar as circle rates hiked by up to 200 per cent

AYODHYA: After eight years, the circle rates of Ayodhya have been revised upward, with an increase ranging from 30 per cent to 200 per cent, depending on location and land use, officials said here on Monday. The new rates, which came into effect on Monday, have particularly impacted areas within a 10-kilometre radius of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, where rates have jumped by over 150 per cent. Shanti Bhushan Chaubey, sub-registrar of Sadar (Faizabad) tehsil, said the revised rates were implemented following a proposal submitted in September 2024. “After addressing objections, the new circle rates were approved by District Magistrate…

Industry

Ayodhya administration set to revise circle rates

AYODHYA | LUCKNOW: People looking to invest in property in Ayodhya will have to pay more to execute transactions as the district administration is set to revise the circle rate of the land upwards. According to officials, the benchmark rates of residential properties in prime areas could increase by about 40%, while agricultural land on the outskirts would be increased by 10-30%. The new rates will take effect from Saturday, and buyers will need to pay increased stamp duty. The circle rates in Ayodhya were not revised since 2017. Noting the increased value of properties mentioned in sale deeds, the…

Infrastructure

Ayodhya civic body’s limits to widen with 343 more villages

Representative Image AYODHYA: The municipal limits of Ayodhya are all set for expansion, with 154 villages from Ayodhya suburbs, 126 from Basti, and 63 from Gonda (total 343 villages) coming under the jurisdiction of the district. In a significant move, the development authority has widened the scope of Ayodhya Municipal Corporation to Bhadarsa town municipality and Nawabganj Municipal Council. The expanded area will be reflected in the Ayodhya Master Plan 2031. The master plan was drafted for the planned development of the city, covering an area of 873 square kilometres. The aim of this master plan is to realize the…