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Bhubaneswar: BDA Orders Defaulting Homeowners to Pay Fees

BHUBANESWAR: To protect the interests of allottees of a major housing project in the city, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has reaffirmed its earlier decision, requiring occupants with outstanding monthly maintenance fees to settle dues exceeding Rs 2 lakh within a month. Some occupants have refused to pay these fees, arguing that the project is still under the builder’s control and has not been fully handed over to the association, claiming that there is no registered association of allottees per legal requirements. Nevertheless, the project located in Sijua, Patrapada, was among the first to receive its occupancy certificate and established…

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Odisha Approves Town Planning Scheme-8

BHUBANESWAR: The state government has made a notable advancement in urban planning by approving the draft of Town Planning Scheme-8. This approval was publicized in the Odisha Gazette on Friday. Covering an area of 560.86 acres in the Andharua and Daspur mouzas, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) will execute the TP scheme. This initiative is a vital portion of the state’s urban growth strategy and includes the development of Bhubaneswar New City. Originally declared on January 30, 2014, the intent for TP-8 was followed by a meeting with landowners on January 21 this year, and the draft plan was released…

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SC calls Bhubaneswar development body on certificate issuance

BHUBANESWAR: The Supreme Court has summoned the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) to explain the controversial occupancy certificate (OC) issued for Odisha’s first public-private partnership (PPP) real estate project. The project, initiated by the Odisha State Housing Board (OSHB), is currently facing legal and regulatory issues that raise serious questions about compliance and governance in the state’s real estate landscape. As per the case details, the project has been embroiled in a lengthy legal battle due to alleged fraudulent activities and regulatory failures. A timeline of events shows numerous missteps and disputes. In 2018, the builder started handing over possession without…

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Bhubaneswar: Action Plan for 498 Acres of Encroached Land

BHUBANESWAR: A total of 498 acres of government land in the capital city has been encroached, with Jaydev Vihar alone accounting for 148 acres, as revealed in Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s written response in the assembly on Monday. According to the reply, “A Central Enforcement Monitoring Committee (CEMC) has been established to tackle encroachment issues.” This information came in response to Jatni MLA Bibhuti Bhusan Balabantaray’s query regarding land encroachment in Bhubaneswar and the measures being taken for their removal. “The government is filing cases under the Odisha Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act to address encroachments,” the…

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Cabinet Approves New City Project in Bhubaneswar

BHUBANESWAR: The state cabinet, presided over by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has granted in-principle approval for the highly anticipated ‘New City’ project on Bhubaneswar’s outskirts. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja shared that the proposed city will be developed within the Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area (BDPA) and will encompass approximately 800 acres across Gothapatna, Malipada, and Daspur. This initiative is part of the state’s long-term vision, Viksit Odisha 2036, aimed at creating a multi-economic growth zone. The anticipated investment is projected to be Rs 8,179 crore over the next 15 years, combining both public and private sectors. An initial budget of…

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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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Bhubaneswar to Offer Affordable Housing to Slum-Dwellers via Lottery

BHUBANESWAR: On Wednesday, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) conducted a lottery to distribute homes to 38 beneficiaries through its Affordable Housing Projects (AHP) and In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) initiatives. The purpose of these schemes is to offer secure and dignified housing for the urban poor living in slums and informal settlements. The allocation involved 24 beneficiaries receiving homes at Barunei Enclave AHP in Subudhipur, nine at Santi Nagar Awas Yojana (Keshari Residency), and five at the Nilamadhab Awas scheme in Chandrasekharpur. BDA Vice-Chairman N Thirumala Naik, present at the event, highlighted the authority’s commitment to inclusive urban development. “Our goal…

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Property Allottees Must Get UAN by Aug 31: Bhubaneswar Body

Representative image created by AI BHUBANESWAR: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) announced on Tuesday that all property allottees are required to obtain a Unique Account Number (UAN) by August 31. This digital initiative aims to transform BDA’s service delivery and improve transparency in property transactions. The UAN is a 12-digit number that will provide access to various online services, including asset allotment, lease deed execution, no-objection certificates (NOCs) for loans, asset transfers, and conversion of leasehold properties to freehold status. Allottees can generate their UAN by visiting the BDA’s official website (www.bda.gov.in), according to an official statement. The BDA will…

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Bhubaneswar Body Allows Housing Society to Cut Utilities for Dues

BHUBANESWAR: In a landmark decision, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has made history in Odisha by granting an order that empowers an association of residential project allottees. This ruling allows the association to disconnect vital services to units that fail to pay monthly maintenance charges consistently. The allottees’ association filed a complaint with the competent authority regarding the ongoing non-payment of shared expenses by certain flat owners. The BDA reviewed the case and ruled in favor of the association, referencing provisions from the Odisha Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act of 2023. In total, four homeowners out of approximately 160 in…

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Govt to Strengthen Odisha RERA Compliance and Enforce Rules

BHUBANESWAR: To enhance regulation in the real estate sector, the housing and urban development department will partner with the revenue and disaster management department to enforce the decisions made by the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA). This initiative emerged from a high-level meeting recently chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. The authorities have been directed to utilize the Odisha Public Demand Recovery (OPDR) Act to collect penalties from defaulters, ensuring adherence to ORERA’s guidelines. To strengthen real estate enforcement, particularly in Bhubaneswar, ORERA will conduct joint operations with the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) and the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC).…