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Delhi RWAs raise concerns over mixed-use development

NEW DELHI: Numerous Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) are expressing concerns about the potential chaos that could result from the rollout of the new Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) policy. This policy allows for mixed-use developments on plots adjacent to metro corridors and within a 500-metre radius of RRTS stations and railway lines, regardless of the plot size or current land designation. While it requires that 65% of the plot area be allocated for residential use, residents are doubtful regarding the enforcement of these guidelines. Members of the Save Our City campaign highlighted that the Master Plan for Delhi, 2021, which incorporated mixed…

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Govt to Restore DDA Properties from Leasehold to Freehold Soon

File Photo NEW DELHI: The government is set to finalize the conversion rates for registration charges, facilitating the resumption of converting properties from leasehold to freehold in the national capital, Union Minister Manohar Lal announced on Tuesday. Changing a leasehold property to freehold means transitioning its ownership from rental to full ownership. Since January this year, the conversion process for Delhi Development Authority (DDA) properties has been on pause due to the new circle rates adopted by the Delhi government. “We will present a proposal to the cabinet for the approval of conversion charges for DDA and L&DO properties; the…

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Ownership Rights in Unauthorized Colonies May Shift to Delhi Govt

NEW DELHI: The ownership rights for houses in unauthorized colonies may soon shift from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to the Delhi government, according to officials. The initiative, launched by DDA in 2019 as part of the PM-Unauthorized Colonies in Delhi Awas Adhikar Yojana (PM-UDAY), has been a critical policy decision for residents of these colonies, who previously lacked ownership rights. According to the proposal, the Delhi government’s urban development department will oversee this process to simplify operations and reduce the number of involved agencies. “Although the transition was initially set for April 1, it is currently under legal scrutiny…

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Delhi’s Leasehold to Freehold Conversion Halted for Review

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has suspended the conversion of properties from leasehold to freehold for the past three months, causing uncertainty for applicants. DDA officials confirmed that the ministry of housing and urban affairs (MoHUA) is currently reviewing the policy to rationalize rates and streamline procedures. However, no update on the review status has been communicated. The decision, aimed at enhancing transparency and making the process more user-friendly, has instead resulted in confusion for many applicants who are waiting for clarity on the new policy and expected timelines. A DDA official stated, “The current policy is undergoing…

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Delhi: 700+ DDA Flats Booked Within 2 Days of Launch

Representative image NEW DELHI: Over 700 flats have been booked under two residential schemes by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in the Narela area within just two days of their launch, officials reported on Friday. Under the ‘DDA Karmayogi Awaas Yojana’ 2025, flats are available for retired government employees. Recently, the DDA introduced 936 additional flats in Pocket 6, Sector A1-A4, Narela. “Booking commenced on March 26, coinciding with Ram Navami, and saw a remarkable response, with more than 400 flats booked within just two days,” an official statement revealed. In a similar manner, the ‘DDA Nagrik Awaas Yojana’ 2026…

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DDA to Manage Daily Upkeep of Flats from April

NEW DELHI: In a strategic initiative to enhance flat sales, including those built before 2021, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will now oversee the daily maintenance of these housing complexes. The DDA will levy quarterly fees from flat owners to provide essential services such as security, maintenance of communal areas, cleaning of rooftop and water tanks, upkeep of basements, and management of electrical installations and elevators. The services will extend to minor repairs of shared spaces—like staircases, lift lobbies, and corridors—as well as maintaining water supply lines for horticulture. The DDA will continue its maintenance operations until occupancy in a…

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DDA Grants ₹775 Crore Quarters Redevelopment to NBCC

Dilapidated DDA quarters beside a modern high-rise reflect Delhi’s urban transformation in the afternoon sun. NEW DELHI: State-run NBCC (India) has been awarded redevelopment contracts totaling approximately ₹775.27 crore from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for a complete overhaul of staff housing colonies in the capital. According to a regulatory filing, the contracts include the redevelopment of DDA staff quarters at Old Rajinder Nagar (ORN) worth about ₹437.79 crore and at Safdarjung Development Area (SDA) valued at ₹337.48 crore. The total project value, excluding GST, is ₹775.27 crore. The projects have been awarded under a project management consultancy (PMC) model…

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DDA Approves Land Use Change in NW Delhi Pooling Area

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has approved the land use change for a 40.2-hectare land pooling area in Sector-8B of Planning Zone P-II, marking the first sector eligible for development under Delhi’s Land Pooling Policy, enacted in 2018. Sector-8B encompasses land from the villages of Garhi Khusro, Mukhmelpur, and Ibrahimpur in north-west Delhi. The DDA initially approved the proposal on November 5, 2025, and subsequently issued a public notice for objections and suggestions. Following the completion of the statutory process, the proposal has been cleared and will now be sent to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs…

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DDA Ends Parking Fees in Housing Scheme Flat Prices

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced the elimination of parking charges, including those for covered parking, from the total cost of flats in its current housing schemes, providing relief to homebuyers. This change is anticipated to reduce flat prices by ₹5 lakh to ₹12 lakh. Homebuyers will notice immediate price drops for the MIG and HIG flats across four schemes: DDA Karmayogi Awas Yojana 2025 (First-Come First-Serve), DDA Towering Heights Karkardooma Housing Scheme 2025 (E-Auction), DDA Nagrik Awas Yojana 2026 (First-Come First-Serve), and DDA Towering Heights Karkardooma Housing Scheme 2026 (First-Come First-Serve). According to the new directive,…

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DDA Issues Notice to Reclaim 123 Disputed Land Plots in South Delhi

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced its intention to re-acquire 123 land parcels in various south Delhi villages, following recent Supreme Court directives related to multiple land acquisition cases. Officials indicated that this measure aims to prevent buyers from inadvertently purchasing land that is currently under legal dispute. The public notice, issued by the DDA’s land management department, specifies that this re-acquisition process adheres to Section 24(2) of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. According to the notice, “The Supreme Court has issued judgments in…