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Haryana Assembly Approves Housing Board Merger with HSVP

CHANDIGARH: The Housing Board Haryana, a government housing entity active for 55 years, was officially dissolved on Friday after the Haryana Assembly sanctioned its merger into the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). This occurred amidst symbolic resistance from opposition Congress leaders. This decision was made during the assembly’s first Budget session, where Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who was also the minister in charge, introduced the merger resolution. Saini explained that the roles of the Housing Board and HSVP were largely similar and assured that the interests of the Housing Board employees would be protected. The government has been working…

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Gurugram Metro Land Acquisition Gains Momentum

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The land acquisition process for the Gurgaon Metro project has progressed, with the initial meeting of the Land Purchase Committee (LPC) chaired by Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar. The committee, established under Haryana’s policy for private land acquisition via mutual consent, evaluated the land requirements submitted by GMRL. During the meeting, the DC directed the land acquisition officer to carry out a joint inspection and prioritize ownership verification for land identified for corridor-1. “This process is expected to take about a week, after which the next LPC meeting will be scheduled for February 11,” an official noted.…

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DTCP Sends Notice to Mayfield Garden RWA for Alleged Encroachment

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has served a show-cause notice to the RWA of Mayfield Garden’s N Block along with a private entity regarding alleged encroachment on a 1.25-acre site designated for a public dispensary in Sector 51. Officials reported that unauthorized constructions, including shops, houses, and labor hutments—collectively referred to as Kamla Market—were found on land that is reserved under the approved layout plan for the licensed colony. As stated in the notice issued under Section 10(2) of the Act, the land, developed under various licenses between 1994 and 2009, has been illegally encroached upon,…

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Chandigarh HC Raps HSVP for Current Plot Rates, Grants Oustees Relief

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has granted a significant relief to land oustees. It has overturned the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran’s (HSVP) decision to charge current market rates for residential plots, stating that charges should reflect the rates valid at the time applications were submitted. The court emphasized that beneficiaries should not face penalties for delays caused by authorities. The court concluded that when delays in allotment were entirely due to the authorities, oustees had the right to plots at the rates applicable during the application period, rather than the increased current rates. The division bench, led by…

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Gurugram: 32nd Avenue Owners Notified for Code Violations

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The district town planner (enforcement) has issued a show-cause notice to the owners and collaborators of 32nd Avenue, a bustling commercial hub in Sector 15-II, following a recent inspection that revealed significant deviations from the approved building and layout plans. This notice comes nearly 10 months after a similar one was issued in January 2025, which aimed to address critical breaches that remained unresolved. 32nd Avenue is celebrated for its diverse food and retail options. The previous notice identified multiple violations, including the complete blockage of a 6-meter fire tender access route, the unauthorized operation of…

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Sewage Releases in Gurugram: Upcoming Checks at Housing Societies

GURUGRAM: DS Dhesi, the principal advisor for urban development in Haryana, has instructed officials to inspect sewage treatment plants (STPs) in residential areas from sectors 82 to 115. This decision comes after multiple complaints regarding treated wastewater being discharged into vacant land and the Badshapur leg 3 drain. Dhesi emphasized the seriousness of this environmental issue, stating that stringent measures would be taken against offenders. “Reports indicate that some societies between Sectors 82-115 are releasing untreated water from their STPs into vacant plots and the Badshapur leg 3 drain, which poses a significant risk to the environment,” he stated. He…

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Protest by Slum Dwellers Against Eviction in Delhi-Gurugram

GURUGRAM: On Wednesday at approximately 11am, HSVP officials encountered significant resistance while attempting to remove illegal slums along the Old Delhi-Gurgaon Road in Sector 12A. Congress leaders Pankaj Dabar and Seema Pahuja arrived at the scene with party supporters, urging HSVP officials—including estate officer Rakesh Saini—to provide a 10-day extension for the residents. RS Bhatth, the district town planner (enforcement), was also present as the duty magistrate. Protesters, including slum dwellers and Congress workers, blocked roads with posters and yelled slogans against the government, demanding rehabilitation prior to any demolition. In response, a police force consisting of approximately 500 officers…

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Panchkula’s colony rehab plan stalled, awaiting govt approval

PANCHKULA: In the lead-up to the upcoming MC elections, the three colony rehabilitation initiatives approved by the Panchkula municipal corporation six months ago have failed to progress. The land in question is owned by the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) and the forest department, leaving the MC without authority to make any decisions. No final approvals have been provided, and action must come from the relevant departments. Excitedly, MC Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal previously announced a proposal to regularize illegal colonies by offering one-marla residential plots at collector rates from 2004 to families who have resided there for over 20 years.…

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Gurugram Bar Calls for Probe of Judge’s Order Before Retirement

GURUGRAM: The bar association of Gurgaon has lodged a complaint with the Punjab and Haryana High Court against a recently retired city court judge, alleging that he ruled in favor of a prominent local developer in a land dispute case. The association contends that the judge’s decision grossly violated the principles of judicial integrity, impartiality, and dignity expected from a member of the judiciary. In its complaint, the bar highlighted the rushed and seemingly orchestrated nature of the proceedings related to a case worth hundreds of crores, indicating potential personal interest or external pressure, which undermines the tenet of impartial…

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HSV Property Dealer Launches Online Urban Estate Resale Platform

Representative AI image CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) is poised to rebrand itself as a government-run real estate agency, a decision that may not be well received by private real estate agents and the general public. In response to a shortage of land, HSVP plans to facilitate allottees across its 30 urban estates to resell their properties through an e-auction platform. Allottees will need to express interest (EOI) and pay an initial facilitation fee of 0.25% of the offer price, followed by 0.50% of the final deal amount post-auction. The first e-auctions are scheduled for September 24-28 in…