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Jaipur Metro Phase-II Construction Gets Underway

Representative AI image JAIPUR: On Wednesday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma laid the foundation for the Jaipur Metro Phase-2 project, calling it a significant advancement for urban connectivity in the state capital. He inaugurated the piling operations at the Sitapura metro depot and reviewed the design of the nearly 41-km-long Phase-2 corridor, according to officials. Sharma emphasized the necessity of the metro expansion for the growing city, attributing it to the “double-engine government” led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “The Jaipur Metro will serve as the lifeline of the city, enhancing connectivity for its residents,” he stated during his media…

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Manglam Group to invest ₹1,000 crore in Jaipur-Ajmer project

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Manglam Group is set to invest ₹1,000 crore in PinkWest, an integrated commercial project located on the Jaipur-Ajmer Highway. This venture is projected to generate approximately ₹1,500 crore in revenue. The project will span around 13 lakh sq ft and will feature a mix of retail spaces, offices, hospitality, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle areas. The development is expected to be finalized by 2029, including 287 retail outlets, 262 office spaces, and a Sheraton hotel with 220 keys by Marriott International. The hospitality aspect of this project is being developed with an investment of around ₹350…

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Jaipur authority demolishes two illegal colonies in Kanota

Representative AI image JAIPUR: On Saturday, the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) demolished two illegal colonies occupying nearly six bighas of private agricultural land in Kanota to prevent unauthorized urbanization early on. Deputy Inspector General of Police Anand Sharma from the JDA enforcement wing reported that one of the colonies was being developed on about two bighas in Kanota village, near Anand College on Dudhawala Road. “Developers reportedly leveled the land and constructed soil-gravel roads and other basic infrastructure without JDA approval or mandatory land-use conversion. Acting on reliable information, our enforcement team, supported by Zone-24’s revenue and technical staff, used…

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Jaipur’s Rule Hurdles Residential-to-Commercial Conversions

Representative AI image JAIPUR: The Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) has mandated the rectification of setback violations before granting approvals for residential-to-commercial conversions, resulting in a significant decline in approvals. According to officials, more than 80% of conversion applications have been pending for the past six or seven months due to setback violations that require regularization. Over 90% of these applications were ultimately rejected as applicants showed little interest in addressing the violations. “Currently, around 15 applications are on hold due to setback violations. Under the new regulation, approvals will not be granted until these violations are rectified,” said a JDA…

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Rajasthan: 86 Colonies Hold Mahapanchayat for Land Titles

Representative AI image JAIPUR: In a significant development, thousands of families residing in 86 colonies across Sanganer and Bagru have threatened to boycott the upcoming local body elections unless their long-standing request for land titles is addressed. This ultimatum came during a meeting on Monday organized by the Niyaman Hetu Sangharsh Samiti. The committee revealed that these colonies, founded 40 to 50 years ago through government-registered housing cooperative societies, currently house around 25,000 to 30,000 families. While the areas boast basic infrastructure such as roads, sewer lines, electricity, and water supply from Bisalpur, residents have yet to receive land titles…

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PM to Lay Foundation Stone for Jaipur Metro Phase II on July 4

JAIPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lay the foundation for Phase II of the Jaipur Metro this Saturday, initiating a five-year project aimed at enhancing connectivity along Tonk Road and nearby regions. Metro officials have divided the project into seven sections: four focused on civil construction and three on electrical work and related systems. Tenders for all civil packages have been issued, with one already awarded. The remaining three are expected to be finalized in the coming months, with work on all civil packages slated to begin in September. The first civil package, estimated at Rs 918 crore,…

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Jaipur development body issues final notice to plot allottees

JAIPUR: The Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) has issued notices to commercial plot allottees in the Transport Nagar scheme who have not commenced construction, as stipulated in their allotment letters. These allottees have been granted a three-month period to initiate construction. JDA Commissioner Siddharth Mahajan emphasized that allottees must start building within the allotted timeframe and notify the relevant zonal office. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of their plot allotment in accordance with the established terms and conditions. Additionally, the commissioner has instructed officials to regularly monitor vacant and unused plots within the Transport Nagar scheme and…

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Rajasthan to Revamp Land Conversion Norms to Boost Business

Representative AI image JAIPUR: The revenue department is working on amendments to Section 90A and associated provisions aimed at streamlining the change of land use (CLU) process as part of the Centre’s Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) Part II. This initiative aims to enhance the business environment in Rajasthan. The proposed amendments, pending approval from the revenue minister, intend to permit land-use changes in both planned and unplanned areas without needing separate CLU approvals, provided a specific conversion fee is paid. Officials indicated that this would alleviate regulatory challenges while safeguarding state revenue. Industry stakeholders have long expressed concerns that…

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Rajasthan: Govt Pattas Undermine Crackdown on Illegal Colonies

JAIPUR: Despite the state government expressing concerns about rising encroachments and unauthorized colonies, its move to regularize such settlements through Urban Service Camps has faced criticism from town planners and municipal officials. They argue that this policy incentivizes violations and undermines law enforcement. Officials contend that this practice encourages builders to establish illegal colonies, banking on potential future government approvals. A circular dated June 10 introduced relaxations to urban development laws, aimed at expediting case resolutions during these camps. Under this directive, matters like mutation, conversion of leasehold to freehold properties, issuance of no-objection certificates (NOCs), and plot subdivisions will…

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Jaipur Development Body Shifts to Direct Plot Auctions for Revenue

Representative AI image JAIPUR: In response to the ongoing real estate slowdown, the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) has initiated the auctioning of residential plots directly to end buyers, moving away from its prior focus on investor-centric land sales. “The JDA has shifted its emphasis from investors to end users and has commenced e-auctioning vacant plots within residential schemes. Our aim is to encourage direct buyer participation to enhance auction responses and boost revenue,” remarked a JDA official. Previously, the authority allocated commercial, institutional, and group housing plots through various projects. However, due to failure by earlier buyers to pay the…