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Minister Announces Three New Townships in Himachal Pradesh

Representative AI image SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh is embarking on significant urban development projects to address the growing housing needs and improve public facilities, stated Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani on Monday. During the board meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Housing and Urban Development Authority (HIMUDA), Dharmani unveiled the approval of initial activities for various key projects, backed by a budget of Rs 5 crore. These initiatives comprise the proposed Him Chandigarh Township at Sheetalpur, Baddi in Solan district, a new township at Morni Hills in Pachhad of Sirmaur district, and a planned urban development at Lunj near Kangra…

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3,400 Bighas Allocated for Chandigarh City Project in Baddi

SHIMLA: A total of 3,428 bighas of land has been earmarked for residential development in the proposed Him Chandigarh City at Baddi, located in the Solan district. Additionally, around 5,000-6,000 bighas from the common pool have also been identified for the project. This information was disclosed during a cabinet sub-committee meeting held on Thursday, led by Himachal Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, which aimed to assess the progress of the Him Chandigarh City initiative. Housing and Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani was also present. Solan Deputy Commissioner Manmohan Sharma provided a comprehensive update on land availability and revenue…