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Prayagraj Plans Aero City for Modern, Affordable Housing

Representative AI image PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) is gearing up to initiate a significant residential project—Aero City—located near Airport Road (Jhalwa) as part of the chief minister’s expansion plan. This initiative will offer plots and flats in a single location, aimed at delivering modern, organized housing solutions within an integrated township. Spanning over 90 acres, Aero City is set to commence in the next financial year when the PDA will begin acquiring land. The plots are expected to be priced under Rs 20 lakh, making them affordable for a diverse range of homebuyers. The authority plans to purchase…

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PDA Launches Online Registration for Plot and Flat Auctions

Representative image PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has announced the sale of 206 residential plots in six housing schemes, starting this week through online registration and auction. According to PDA Secretary Ajit Singh, 40 newly created plots have been added to the list. The plots range in size from 60 to 150 square meters to accommodate middle-class homebuyers, with the Dev Prayagraj Jhalwa scheme featuring the highest number—107 plots available for sale. Additional plots include 14 in the Kalindipuram Housing Scheme, 5 each in Kasari-Masari Phase 1 and Phase 2, 30 in the Naini Housing Scheme, and 45 in…

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Uttar Pradesh: STF Busts Man for ₹6 Crore Real Estate Scam

PRAYAGRAJ: On Saturday, the UP Special Task Force (STF) apprehended a man linked to a Rs 6.40 crore fraud involving a real estate company. The suspect, identified as Neeraj Kumar Jaiswal, also known as Sullu, was arrested near the new bridge underpass on the route to Minto Park and Mankameshwar Temple. STF officials indicated that they received intel pointing to Jaiswal hiding in the Kydganj region. A team led by sub-inspector Dharmendra Singh swiftly acted to execute a raid and apprehend him. During interrogation, Jaiswal, a resident of Kashiraj Nagar in Mutthiganj, revealed that he had been an agent for…

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Prayagraj’s Urban Plan to Add 200 New Villages

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has unveiled a plan for urban expansion in Sangam city. This initiative aims to boost revenue from house tax, property tax, and development fees, ultimately enhancing the income of both the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) and the PDA for city development purposes. According to the proposal, the urban boundary of Prayagraj will increase to 263 square kilometers, incorporating around 200 additional villages in the district under PDA jurisdiction. This proposal is pending approval from the state government. A senior official from the PDA stated, “The need for city expansion has been recognized for a…

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Shubhashish Homes Achieves ₹250 Crore in H1 FY26 Pre-Sales

NEW DELHI: Shubhashish Homes, the real estate division of JK Jajoo Ventures, has recorded pre-sales exceeding ₹250 crore in the first half of FY 2025-26, surpassing last year’s total of ₹211 crore. The company is on track to meet its pre-sales goal of ₹400 crore for the year. CEO Mohit Jajoo remarked, “As we look ahead, we are making significant progress in Indore and Prayagraj, and pending timely approvals, we plan to launch these projects in Q4 FY26.” Published On Oct 14, 2025 at 04:28 PM IST Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals. Subscribe to our Newsletter for the…

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Prayagraj agency receives 63,000 PMAY home applications

PRAYAGRAJ: Over 63,000 individuals have submitted applications for homes through the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), reported Pratibha Srivastava, project director of the District Urban Development Agency (DUDA). The agency aims to provide homes to 1.2 lakh residents of Sangam City, and is currently in the process of screening applications. Last year, 26,437 eligible applicants received housing under the scheme. Srivastava anticipates an increase in applicants. So far, 20,000 applications have been screened, with 70% deemed eligible. The screening of the remaining applications is ongoing, and DUDA will accommodate all eligible applicants. In addition to DUDA, the Prayagraj Development Authority,…

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Prayagraj to Implement Fixed Fees for Property Name Transfers

PRAYAGRAJ: In a notable decision made during the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) meeting on Thursday, a new sub-rule for property name transfer was approved, aimed at benefiting numerous citizens in the city. This new state government sub-rule aims to simplify the process of property name transfer, modification, and alteration within municipal limits, making it considerably more affordable. Currently, property owners in Prayagraj face name transfer fees ranging from 0.5% to 1% of their property’s value. This can impose a heavy financial burden, particularly on middle-class families. However, with the new sub-rule, fixed fees based on property value slabs will replace…

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Commercial Use of Properties on 42 Roads Allowed in Prayagraj

PRAYAGRAJ: In a significant policy change, property owners along 42 major roads in Prayagraj can now utilize their buildings for commercial activities. This includes well-known streets such as Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Sardar Patel Marg, Katju Marg, and Tashkent Marg, as outlined in the city’s Master Plan 2031. Previously, commercial activities along these roads were restricted. Under the former Master Plan 2021, only 29 roads were designated as market streets. The updated plan expands this list, adding several key roads, including Tashkent Marg and Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg. Officials anticipate that this decision will foster commercial development and create new job…

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Prayagraj to Crack Down on Property Tax Defaulters

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) is preparing to take stringent measures against numerous property owners who have been benefitting from civic amenities without paying property tax for several years. Officials disclosed that many building owners, including over 200 commercial entities like hotels, restaurants, and educational institutions, have not remitted any property tax despite multiple reminders. According to officials, these defaulters collectively owe approximately Rs 40–50 crore in unpaid taxes. Despite issuing notices for over a decade, these operators have continuously ignored the requests. Prime localities including Civil Lines, Katra, George Town, Mumfordganj, Sulemsarai, Phaphamau, and Teliarganj feature prominently on…

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Prayagraj: 9,000 fraudsters claim ₹1.2L PMAY subsidies

PRAYAGRAJ: A total of over 9,000 individuals have fraudulently claimed Rs 1.20 lakh each under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, despite already owning homes. Investigations have revealed the misuse of funds designated for this scheme, prompting authorities to take action to recover the disbursed subsidies. Moreover, instances of pension fraud have emerged across multiple government schemes, resulting in a loss exceeding Rs 40 lakh due to fraudulent claims, deceased beneficiaries, and cases of unreported remarriages. Officials acknowledge that the lack of recovery mechanisms complicates enforcement, highlighting the urgent need for policy reforms and enhanced verification processes. Under the PMAY scheme,…