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Delhi CM: Zero Tolerance for Unauthorized Construction

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Saturday that the Delhi government’s revenue department has inspected 124 sites across various districts and issued multiple notices to tackle illegal construction activities. This initiative comes in the wake of a tragic fire incident in Malviya Nagar that resulted in 21 fatalities and numerous injuries. Gupta emphasized that the government is implementing a “zero-tolerance” policy towards unauthorized constructions, encroachments, and violations of fire safety regulations. “We are not just taking immediate action but also establishing a long-term mechanism to prevent such hazardous constructions in the future. The government is also considering the…

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Delhi to Use DMA Act to Empower DMs Against Illegal Constructions

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Friday that the Delhi government will hold officials accountable for corruption, invoking the Disaster Management Act of 2005. This comes in the wake of a tragic fire that claimed 21 lives at a hotel in South Delhi, which was constructed with blatant disregard for safety regulations. The decision was made during a meeting Gupta held with various departments. “Officials who exhibit negligence or engage in corrupt practices will now face penalties under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. This includes potential imprisonment of up to two years and significant fines,” the chief minister…

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Delhi to Launch Smart Cards and Cess Portal for Builders

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is set to improve the registration process for construction workers and enhance the delivery of welfare schemes through a chip-enabled smart card, officials announced on Thursday. Additionally, a dedicated portal will be established to boost cess collection from builders and construction firms. This fund will support various welfare initiatives for construction workers. The Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board (DBOCWWB) is in the process of selecting an agency to design, implement, and manage an integrated digital platform, officials stated. This platform will include a cess management portal alongside a network…

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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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Delhi CM: Poor Families to Get Flat Keys in New Year

File Photo NEW DELHI: The Delhi Government is actively working to not only provide shelter but also ensure a dignified and well-equipped life for residents belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), as stated in an official release. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted that community amenities are being enhanced in existing EWS residential colonies under the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB). The Government aims to offer more than just housing; it seeks to ensure that the marginalized have access to education, healthcare, sanitation, water supply, green spaces, and employment opportunities. Developing essential and social infrastructure in larger colonies…

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NBCC India, Delhi Govt Resolve Ghitorni Land Dispute

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The state-owned NBCC (India) Ltd has finalized a settlement with the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) to resolve long-standing litigation regarding a 42.46-acre land parcel in Sultanpur–Ghitorni village, south Delhi. As part of the agreement, the land will be split evenly between NBCC and GNCTD, with the company receiving a 21.23-acre portion. NBCC is set to pay a one-time land premium of ₹135 crore, joined by a lump-sum interest of ₹15 crore, totaling ₹150 crore to the GNCTD’s Land & Building Department for dues related to its share of the land. Additionally,…

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Delhi lifts ban on power connections for unauthorized properties

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has removed the restrictions on power connections for properties booked by the MCD due to various violations. This decision will benefit approximately 1.25 lakh families in Delhi, officials announced on Monday. The Delhi government has issued an order to provide power connections to these properties, according to a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). Gupta highlighted that this decision is in the public interest, reflecting the government’s commitment to ensuring citizens’ rights and access to essential services under any circumstance. The power department has received numerous complaints about discoms (power companies) denying or…

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Delhi Government Starts Circle Rate Revision, Invites Feedback

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has initiated the process to revise land circle rates in the city and is inviting public suggestions on this matter, officials announced on Wednesday. The last revision of circle rates in Delhi occurred a decade ago in 2014. “The Government of NCT of Delhi is currently revising the circle rates (minimum property valuation rates) for various property categories across Delhi,” stated a circular released on Wednesday by the revenue secretary and divisional commissioner. This revision aims to align the notified rates with current market conditions and promote transparency in property transactions, the circular noted. The…