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Govt Restructures Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry

Representative AI Image NEW DELHI: The Union government has reorganized the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs by establishing two distinct departments: the Department of Capital Development and the Department of Urban Development, as per a recent gazette notification. The Department of Capital Development will oversee functions associated with the national capital and the Union government. Its responsibilities include managing the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), Union government buildings, land acquisition, and development within the National Capital Territory, as well as planning for the National Capital Region (NCR). The…

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DDA Housing Scheme: 1,200 Flats at 25% Off in Narela, Delhi

Representative Image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has introduced the ‘DDA Karmajeevi Awaas Yojana 2026,’ featuring a 25% discount on over 1,200 ready-to-move flats in Narela, as announced by officials on Wednesday. In celebration of the 80th Independence Day, the DDA has launched a special housing scheme tailored for serving and retired government employees, as well as working professionals. The initiative aims to enhance home ownership accessibility for professionals while continuing DDA’s mission of promoting planned urban development and inclusive growth in the capital. The scheme includes more than 1,200 ready-to-move flats available in 1BHK, 2BHK, and 3BHK…

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Delhi Development Body Flats: Permissible Alterations with Conditions

Representative AI Image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has updated its policy on permissions and regularizations for modifications to flats. This allows owners of top-floor flats in low-rise housing blocks to construct specific permanent structures, under certain conditions. This marks the DDA’s first revision of its housing policy since 2007. The revised policy, developed in consultation with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, permits owners of flats in two-, three-, and four-story buildings to build permanent structures over areas created by enclosing courtyards or the resulting terrace from the floor below. The aim is to increase usable…

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Delhi Development Body’s Revenue Soars 120% in Q1 FY27

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) reported a remarkable revenue of ₹1,020 crores from housing sales in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, as stated by officials on Thursday. This revenue represents a significant increase from the previous year, which saw sales of only ₹462 crores. The DDA noted that “Robust demand for housing across all segments led to the sale of 1,284 flats during this period, contributing to the ₹1,020 crores in revenue. This indicates a growing confidence among the public in our housing initiatives.” The surge in revenue is attributed to a consistent focus on…

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Delhi Development Body Seeks Builders for TOD Policy

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is progressing with its Transit Oriented Development (TOD) policy and has initiated the process for inviting developers, officials announced on Wednesday. As part of the TOD policy, a designated 500-meter zone on either side of metro corridors and a 500-meter radius around rapid rail stations has been earmarked for organized development. This initiative will allow for the development of 207 square kilometers of land that can accommodate mixed-use areas, office spaces, guest houses, and studio apartments, as per the DDA. In a statement, the DDA said, “To effectively implement the…

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CM Finalizes Delhi Slum and JJ Cluster Rehab Policy

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the finalization of the Delhi Slum and JJ Cluster Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2026, by the Centre and the Delhi government. Gupta stated that the first phase will involve rehabilitation projects for five JJ clusters, providing essential civic amenities such as schools, health centers, playgrounds, and anganwadi centers. In a late Tuesday night post on X, Gupta mentioned that the policy was concluded in a high-level meeting led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. She also indicated that the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) will…

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DDA Alerts Architects, Engineers & Owners Against Misleading Plans

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has issued a warning to architects, supervisors, structural engineers, and property owners about the consequences of submitting false information during building plan approvals. This action follows several building collapses in the city. According to the Unified Building Bye-Laws (UBBL) of 2016, providing false information, misrepresenting building plans, hiding material facts, or supplying incorrect certificates can lead to serious penalties. These may include blacklisting, debarment, and other appropriate actions under relevant laws. DDA officials noted that many residential areas are managed by the authority, where plots are being auctioned and apartments constructed. Owners must…

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DDA Sells 142 Properties, Generates ₹1,300 Crore Revenue

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) successfully auctioned 142 properties, generating Rs 1,321 crore in revenue, as reported by officials on Wednesday. The mega e-auction attracted bids from investors, institutions, and businesses, resulting in robust value realization through competitive bidding. “The e-auction totaled a highest bid of Rs 1,321.21 crores, significantly exceeding the reserve price of Rs 480.38 crores—nearly three times the reserve value—which corresponds to an approximate 175% premium,” the statement said. Since taking office, Lieutenant Governor G Taranjit Singh Sandhu has focused on transforming the capital into a global city characterized by sustainable investment, superior housing, and…

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DDA Extends Booking Deadline for Towering Heights Scheme

NEW DELHI: On Thursday, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) announced an extension of the booking period for its ‘DDA Towering Heights’ high-rise housing scheme in Karkardooma, East Delhi, as per an official order. The initial booking deadline was set for the end of March and was previously extended to the end of May. “Continuing from this, the booking period for flats under the scheme has now been extended to June 30. This provides a further opportunity for individual buyers and government agencies for bulk purchases of the available flats,” the order stated. Managed by NBCC, DDA’s Towering Heights is a…

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DDMA Issues Eviction Notices to Yamuna Bazar Residents

File Photo NEW DELHI: The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has initiated eviction notices for residents of Yamuna Bazar in the Kashmere Gate area, officials announced on Thursday. Residents have been given a 15-day period to vacate the premises voluntarily and remove their belongings. If they fail to comply, a demolition drive will take place to eliminate the “encroachment,” as stated in the notice. “An illegal encroachment consisting of approximately 310 residential units at Yamuna Bazar, located along the banks of the Yamuna River in the O-Zone, is present,” the DDMA notice, dated May 5, detailed. “This area is subjected…