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Ludhiana Demolishes Seven Illegal Structures

Representative image LUDHIANA: In a decisive move against illegal constructions, the Municipal Corporation (MC) building branch demolished an unauthorized colony under construction in the Peeru Banda area on Friday. However, sources indicate that officials encountered significant political pressure and public backlash, forcing them to halt operations temporarily. The demolition included roads and other civic amenities related to the illegal site. In addition, seven unauthorized structures across different locations in Zone C—including Eastman Chowk, Jaspal Bangar, and Daba Road—were also addressed. The operation was initiated under the guidance of MC Commissioner Neeru Katyal Gupta and Joint Commissioner Deepjot Kaur. Out of…

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Atal Apartment Scheme Draw by Ludhiana Trust on April 14

Representative image LUDHIANA: The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) has announced a public notice for applicants of the Atal Apartment scheme. They are invited to Nehru Sidhant Kendra on April 14 for a draw of the remaining flats. The LIT has received an impressive number of applications, totaling over 1,500. Specifically, LIT received 566 applications for High-Income Group (HIG) flats and 974 for Middle-Income Group (MIG) flats, making a total of 1,540 applications. After careful scrutiny, these applications were posted on the office notice board on March 23 and on the LIT website. The final list has been revised and updated…

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TDI Infratech, DC Group to invest ₹750 crore in Ludhiana project

NEW DELHI: Realty company TDI Infratech announced a partnership with DC Group to develop a 150-acre township in Ludhiana, with an investment of ₹750 crore. The upcoming township will feature luxury housing, residential plots, and low-rise independent floors, catering to both end-users and long-term investors. The total developable area will exceed 6 million square feet. As per their statement, “TDI Infratech, in collaboration with DC Group, has announced its venture into Ludhiana through the establishment of an integrated township spanning approximately 150 acres.” Akshay Taneja, Managing Director of TDI Infratech, emphasized that Ludhiana stands out as a high-potential market with…

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Ludhiana Yet to Recover Dues from 100,000 Property Taxpayers

LUDHIANA: As the deadline approaches for property tax payments this fiscal year, the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (MC) is still awaiting tax contributions from approximately 100,000 taxpayers. To date, they have collected over ₹147 crore against a target of ₹160 crore, but the pressure remains high as the internal target stands at ₹180 crore. In previous years, tax collection efforts have exceeded expectations, and officials are hopeful of reaching at least the budgeted target this year. Significant targets have already been set for the next fiscal year. MC Superintendent Vivek Verma expressed optimism, stating that taxpayer dues will be collected with…

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Glada Dismantles 13 Buildings, Ruins Roads in Three Colonies

LUDHIANA: Planning authorities launched a significant enforcement drive on Wednesday, demolishing 13 unauthorized structures and dismantling the infrastructure of three illegal housing colonies throughout the district. This initiative, spearheaded by the regulatory branch of the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (Glada), focused on unapproved developments in the villages of Dhandra, Manakwal, and Mehmoodpura. Enforcement teams, backed by police and a duty magistrate, tore down buildings and dismantled roads constructed without proper permissions. Glada’s chief administrator, Sandeep Kumar, stated that this “special drive” forms part of a larger punitive strategy against developers who entice residents with cheap plots in colonies that…

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Ludhiana: 1,500+ Compete for LIT’s Atal Apartment Scheme

LUDHIANA: The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) has seen strong interest from residents for the remaining 179 flats under the Atal Apartment Scheme. The draw is scheduled to take place around April 14, and officials have posted the final list of applicants on the LIT website. Some applicants, however, have been asked to submit pending documents. The LIT received approximately 1,539 applications for the remaining flats—973 from the middle-income group and 566 from the high-income group. Among these, the available flats include 43 high-income group and 136 middle-income group units. Applicants are optimistic that the construction will be completed on time,…

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Ludhiana Trust Lacks New Affordable Housing Plans for 20 Years

LUDHIANA: The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) is experiencing a significant slowdown in urban development, having not introduced an affordable housing scheme for residents in nearly two decades. Once the leading force behind Ludhiana’s residential projects, the trust has now shifted its attention to small-scale developments under municipal jurisdiction. With the Atal Apartment project, delayed for years, expected to wrap up by December 2026, officials caution that LIT may soon be left with no active projects. This lack of government-supported options is pushing residents toward expensive private developers or illegal colonies. Two Decades of Inaction The glory days of LIT’s planning…

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Ludhiana body warns 43 owners over illegal constructions

Here’s a rewritten version of your content: Illustrative AI image LUDHIANA: The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has initiated a crackdown on unauthorized constructions in the Shaheed Sukhdev Singh Nagar colony, issuing notices to 43 property owners for breaching approved building plans. Authorities report that this enforcement action follows an increase in complaints about illegal commercial developments in residential areas, especially along South City and Ayali Khurd roads. Residents have expressed concerns over rising traffic congestion and parking issues as residential properties are being converted into shops and medical facilities, such as Mahal Hospital, without government approval. Despite previous…

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Ludhiana to Collect Property Tax Door-to-Door

LUDHIANA: The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (MC) is set to launch a groundbreaking “doorstep tax collection” service to address outstanding municipal dues. This new initiative will see civic employees using handheld point of sale (POS) machines to visit residential and commercial properties for on-the-spot tax calculations and collections. This approach shifts to a “service-at-your-door” model, aimed at assisting those who have not managed to settle their dues at MC offices. Smart assessment and real-time tracking The MC has acquired 48 POS machines, distributing 12 units across each of the city’s four zones. While water supply dues are fixed, property tax calculations…

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Ludhiana Issues Notices to Builders Over Unapproved Constructions

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of your content: Representative Image LUDHIANA: In a strong move against unregulated development, the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has issued warnings to owners of unauthorized constructions. This action is part of a broader initiative targeting structures that do not comply with official building regulations. Recently, a notice was issued to a property owner for carrying out commercial activities and exceeding the sanctioned building limits as per the permit granted on April 19, 2024. Another notice followed due to a serious structural violation where the owner constructed a basement along with four additional floors,…