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Stilt-Four Project Tackles Urban Sprawl Amid Ludhiana Concerns

LUDHIANA: The Punjab government’s decision to significantly revamp its urban planning laws—permitting the construction of stilt-plus-four-floor buildings to curb sprawling development and enhance housing availability—has elicited varied responses, though industry leaders generally express approval for the increased flexibility. The Chief Minister, Bhagwant Mann, introduced the Punjab Unified Building Rules 2025, a reform that developers view as a vital advancement towards vertical development and more effective land utilization. These revisions not only elevate the maximum height allowance for buildings within municipal boundaries but also facilitate the sale of individual floors, essentially transforming the urban landscape. Key Changes According to the new…

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Last Chance for Property Tax Rebate, Mayor Urges Action

LUDHIANA: The deadline for a significant property tax discount is fast approaching in this industrial hub of Punjab. City officials are urging residents to complete their payments by September 30 to receive a 10% rebate. Mayor Inderjit Kaur and Municipal Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal made a joint appeal on Monday, encouraging residents to take advantage of this discount period for the current financial year (2025-26). They emphasized that timely payments are crucial for maintaining essential services and executing development projects throughout the city. Incentives and Penalties The 10% rebate is only applicable to payments made for the current financial year if…

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Ludhiana Suvidha Kendras Open on Weekends for Property Tax

LUDHIANA: The MC Suvidha Kendras will be open during regular hours on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28, to assist residents in claiming a 10% rebate on property tax for the current financial year. This 10% rebate on property tax payments for the fiscal year 2025-26 can be availed until September 30. No penalties will be applied for tax payments made between October 1 and December 31. However, a 10% penalty will be assessed for payments made from January 1 to March 31. If property tax is not paid by March 31, a penalty of 20% will be imposed.…

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Crackdown on Developers in Five Illegal Ludhiana Colonies

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the provided content: LUDHIANA: In an unexpected move, the municipal chief of Ludhiana has initiated demolitions and sealing drives, along with police actions against developers of five illegal colonies in Shimlapuri, Jaspal Bangar, and Kanganwal. Municipal Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal has also cautioned his inspectors of disciplinary repercussions following this surprise inspection of illegal settlements. These rogue developers have learned that the true underpinning of Ludhiana’s property market is not merely construction but adherence to regulations — and the commissioner’s unannounced checks aim to address these issues. During a review in Zone C, Dachalwal instructed…

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Illegal Colony Demolished in Mundian Kalan, Ludhiana

Representative AI image LUDHIANA: The municipal corporation has taken action against an illegal colony in Mundian Kalan as part of its ongoing effort to combat unauthorized construction. This demolition occurred on Friday, focusing on the developer and multiple buildings on the premises. Under the orders of municipal commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal, the MC’s Zone B building branch executed the demolition. Officials indicated that the developer was unlawfully constructing the colony, leading to the removal of all illegal structures on site. The MC has been actively monitoring and addressing illegal construction throughout the city. Earlier this week, they took action against four…

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Ludhiana Civic Body Urges Timely Property Tax Payments

LUDHIANA: The municipal corporation is making a final push to collect outstanding property tax payments. Residents are invited to take advantage of a one-time settlement (OTS) policy that eliminates all penalties and interest. The deadline for this scheme is Sunday, August 31. To facilitate last-minute payments, the city’s citizen service centers, or suvidha kendras, will open on Saturday and Sunday. Mayor Inderjit Kaur stated that this initiative aims to assist residents and encouraged everyone to seize this opportunity to settle their dues. “This is a golden chance for residents to pay their outstanding property tax free of interest and penalties,”…

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Ludhiana body warns defaulters: Pay dues or lose plots

LUDHIANA: Defaulting allottees of residential and commercial plots within Glada’s jurisdiction are being urged to settle their dues promptly, or risk losing their properties. In a statement released on Saturday, a Glada superintendent confirmed that notices are being dispatched to defaulters. Failure to pay dues will initiate the cancellation of property allotments. The Glada district office has already revoked the allotments of SCO 104 Dugri Phase-1 and SCO 03 Dugri Phase-1 and 2. Allottees facing cancellation will have a month to appeal to the relevant authority for the restoration of their allotment. Should they miss this deadline, the process to…

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Ludhiana body warns defaulters: Pay dues or lose plots

LUDHIANA: Allottees of residential and commercial plots in urban estates under the jurisdiction of GLADA are urged to settle their dues promptly, or they risk losing their properties. In a press release issued on Saturday, a GLADA superintendent announced that notices are being sent to defaulters. Failure to pay these dues will trigger the cancellation process for the concerned properties. So far, the allotments for SCO 104 in Dugri Phase-1 and SCO 03 in Dugri Phase-1 and 2 have already been canceled. Those whose allotments are being or have been canceled have a month to appeal to the competent authority…

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Ludhiana Body Dismantles Illegal Colony, Warns Builders

LUDHIANA: On Thursday, the regulatory body of the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (Glada) dismantled an unauthorized colony in Bhadla village, including its roads and illegal structures. Glada’s chief administrator, Sandeep Kumar, announced that a special initiative was launched to take action against those exploiting residents by offering lower-priced plots in unauthorized areas that do not comply with government regulations. The chief administrator urged the public to refrain from purchasing properties, plots, or buildings in unauthorized colonies, emphasizing that Glada will not provide essential services such as water supply, sewage disposal, or electricity connections. He advised potential buyers to consult…

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Ludhiana body demolishes four illegal colonies, buildings

Representative image created by AI LUDHIANA: The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has intensified its crackdown on illegal colonies with a demolition operation on Wednesday. This initiative led to the removal of four unauthorized colonies and one unapproved building in the villages of Mullanpur, Manakwal, and Dhandran. The operation dismantled illegal roads and constructions in these areas. Despite receiving warnings, developers continued their unlawful activities, prompting GLADA’s special team to act without opposition. GLADA chief administrator Sandeep Kumar stated that these enforcement actions are a crucial part of a larger strategy to prevent the spread of unauthorized colonies from…