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Odisha RERA to Hire Land Expert for Dispute Resolution

BHUBANESWAR: To enhance governance, the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) has begun the search for a land expert to help address complex disputes. This initiative follows the recent implementation of a standard operating procedure (SOP) by the revenue and disaster management department for the registration of part plots across the state. ORERA is currently accepting applications from retired Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) officers, particularly those with at least eight years of experience as tehsildars, sub-collectors, or land acquisition officers. The selected consultant, who should be under 62 years old, will assist ORERA in reviewing land documents, assessing building and…

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Orissa HC Orders Arrest of Promoters for CRZ Violations in Puri

BHUBANESWAR: In a bid to protect the environment, the Orissa High Court recently mandated the superintendent of police in Puri to arrest the promoters of a significant residential-cum-commercial project in Puri, which allegedly violated coastal regulatory zone (CRZ) norms. A complaint was initially lodged by a Puri resident with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, prompting an inquiry into the project. This led to the Odisha Coastal Zone Management Authority getting involved. In July, the Puri-Konark Development Authority (PKDA) intervened and ordered the promoters to halt construction on the site. Some promoters subsequently challenged this order in the…

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Odisha Approves Town Planning Scheme-8

BHUBANESWAR: The state government has made a notable advancement in urban planning by approving the draft of Town Planning Scheme-8. This approval was publicized in the Odisha Gazette on Friday. Covering an area of 560.86 acres in the Andharua and Daspur mouzas, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) will execute the TP scheme. This initiative is a vital portion of the state’s urban growth strategy and includes the development of Bhubaneswar New City. Originally declared on January 30, 2014, the intent for TP-8 was followed by a meeting with landowners on January 21 this year, and the draft plan was released…

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Odisha RERA Releases Guidelines for Easy Dispute Resolution

BHUBANESWAR: The Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) has released comprehensive guidelines to guarantee the effective operations of the Conciliation and Dispute Resolution (CDR) cell, which aims to facilitate amicable resolutions for conflicts involving homebuyers, promoters, and agents. These guidelines outline the responsibilities of ORERA and complainants regarding grievances, promoting efficient settlement of disputes under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, through various alternative dispute resolution methods. As stated, the CDR cell will address disputes between promoters, agents, and allottees within the Act’s scope when referred by ORERA or upon application from one party. “If the authority is…

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Orissa HC Rejects LIC’s Flat Cancellation in Bhubaneswar

Orissa High Court CUTTACK: The Orissa High Court has overturned the Life Insurance Corporation of India’s (LIC) decision to revoke flat allotments under its “Policy Holders’ Housing Scheme” at Jeevan Bima Nagar, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar. The court ordered LIC to finalize the allotment process within eight weeks, contingent on each allottee paying an additional 10% of the original flat cost. The judgment came after reviewing four separate petitions filed by Satyavan K Panda, Dr. Laxmikanta Mishra, Dr. Swapna Kabiraj, and Saktidhar Das from 2015 to 2018. In 2014, a lottery was conducted for 75 flats under Phase-II of LIC’s housing scheme,…

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Odisha Launches ₹500–1,500 Monthly Rental Homes for All

Representative AI image BHUBANESWAR: Tenants, especially students and the urban poor, can breathe a sigh of relief as the housing and urban development department launches an innovative rental housing project across multiple urban centers in the state. The project aims to provide quality accommodation for targeted beneficiaries, with affordable rent ranging from Rs 500 to Rs 1,500 per month. Several rental housing complexes are currently being constructed in Odisha, with one already operational in Bhubaneswar. According to official data, Bhubaneswar hosts three such projects: a 200-bed facility in Kharvel Nagar and two 100-bed facilities in Shampur and Chandrasekharpur. Additionally, the…

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Odisha to Issue 50,000 Home Work Orders for Poor on Sept 17

BHUBANESWAR: In an important initiative to support housing for economically weaker sections, the state government plans to issue work orders for 50,000 houses under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana on September 17, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday, as announced by Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik on Thursday. The scheme aims to provide permanent housing to economically disadvantaged families, including those with disabilities, leprosy patients, and extremely poor households. Minister Naik emphasized that this initiative would tackle persistent housing issues in rural Odisha by offering eligible families durable homes. Launched on March 30 this year by Chief Minister Mohan…

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Odisha HC: Co-owners can sell undivided property shares freely

CUTTACK: The Orissa High Court recently upheld the rights of co-owners in joint properties, stating that a co-sharer can sell their undivided share without needing consent from other co-sharers. This resolution was issued by Justice Ananda Chandra Behera during a hearing regarding a petition from Padmini Barik. She contested the refusal of the Basudevpur sub-registrar in Bhadrak district to register her sale deed. Barik claimed her deed was rejected due to the absence of her co-sharers’ consent. The High Court deemed this refusal legally invalid. In the judgment delivered on August 25, Justice Behera referenced Section 44 of the Transfer…

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Odisha Introduces 7 New Municipalities, 16 NACs for Better Services

BHUBANESWAR: In an effort to enhance civic amenities and empower urban local bodies (ULBs), Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Sunday the establishment of seven new municipalities and 16 notified area councils (NACs) across various districts. This initiative allows these areas to manage their own budgets. During the state’s Local Self Governance (LSG) Day celebration, Majhi emphasized the importance of making urban areas free of potholes and closing open drains by April 2026. He stated that urban regions represent development, and achieving clean, pothole-free roads and infrastructure is crucial for meeting this goal. The new NACs include Loisinga in…