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Prayagraj: PDA Reviews 10-Year Property Notices for Regularization

Representative AI image PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has initiated a significant review of notices issued over the past decade regarding properties in violation of building bylaws, approved maps, land-use norms, and other development regulations. This exercise, directed by PDA Vice-Chairman Rishi Raj, involves a thorough examination of old records to identify buildings that may now qualify for regularization under the relaxed provisions of Master Plan-2031. As part of this process, the PDA is reassessing notices issued to over 30,000 property owners. Many of these properties were previously deemed in violation of construction regulations and could not be regularized…

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Prayagraj launches OTS program for defaulters to clear dues

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has introduced a significant relief measure for numerous allottees in its housing and plot schemes by launching the One-Time Settlement (OTS) scheme aimed at clearing long-standing dues. Officials report that 317 defaulters owe a total of approximately Rs 41 crore. These defaulters are individuals who acquired flats or plots but have not adhered to their payment instalments. As a result, interest has accumulated, with some cases seeing the compounded interest nearly matching the original property costs. In many instances, the plot registries were completed, but the freehold processes remained incomplete, which caused further delays…

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Prayagraj: PDA Permits Family Members to Buy Flats Together

PRAYAGRAJ: In a pivotal move aimed at enhancing housing accessibility and encouraging the sale of unsold properties, the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has introduced the long-anticipated Model Costing Guidelines. This new policy permits multiple family members to buy separate flats or houses under its residential schemes. This change represents a significant shift from prior regulations that restricted allotments in PDA housing projects to just one family member. Officials pointed out that no significant guidelines governing property transactions in development authority schemes have been introduced since 1999. This reform is thus considered a landmark decision after 26 years, having been officially…

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Prayagraj to Establish Project Unit for Efficient Urban Development

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) is preparing to set up a project management unit (PMU) tasked with developing structured and technically sound plans for the ongoing and future residential projects. This initiative aims to integrate essential infrastructure—such as sewer lines, roads, and drinking water pipelines—right from the planning stages. Following the successful models implemented in cities like Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Ayodhya, Agra, and Kanpur, the PMU will include professionals with strong backgrounds in civil engineering and urban planning. The authority plans to issue a tender to appoint the PMU for an initial one-year term, with the process expected to commence…

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1,000+ Flats for Urban Poor in Prayagraj Under PMAY

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj authorities are making strides to enhance housing for the urban poor by planning the construction of over 1,000 flats under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) Phase II. Led by the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA), efforts are underway to identify land which will be provided by the municipal corporation and district administration. The PDA has engaged with relevant departments to expedite the process. Several potential locations have been earmarked for the initiative, including a 4,000 sqm plot near Dhobighat, around four bighas in Peepal Gaon, and approximately 3,000 sqm in the Khuldabad area. Additionally, discussions are in…

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Prayagraj body to revise unsold flat rates and simplify rules

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has announced plans to adjust the prices of its unsold residential units to rekindle interest among potential homebuyers. This decision was made during the PDA’s board meeting on Wednesday. Chairing the session, divisional commissioner Saumya Agarwal instructed officials to review house pricing in line with government-issued costing guidelines and current market conditions. Previously, PDA had frozen the property prices, a move that did not attract buyers. The board has also endorsed proposals to amend discrepancies in the city’s Master Plan 2031. Currently, regulations in upscale neighborhoods like Civil Lines, Georgetown, and Tagore Town restrict…

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375 Hectares in Jhunsi & Hetapatti Designated for Housing

Representative AI image PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has designated around 375 hectares in the Jhunsi and Hetapatti areas for future residential and commercial development. Civic body officials reported that approximately 250 hectares in Jhunsi, encompassing the villages of Mukundpur, Chakia Hinauta, and Chak Hinauta, have been identified under the Chief Minister’s urban expansion initiative. Over 500 farmers will be impacted as land acquisition is planned. In Hetapatti, 125 hectares of land across Neemarmee Khurd, Narayanpur, and neighboring areas have also been earmarked for acquisition. Rishiraj, the vice-chairman of the civic body, conducted site inspections on Thursday and informed…

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No More Land Swap: Prayagraj Body to Refund Plot Buyers with Interest

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has made a significant announcement impacting thousands of homebuyers. The authority will no longer provide alternate land to allottees in its residential schemes who bought plots but did not take possession. Instead, they will receive a refund of their payments along with interest, promoting transparency and financial relief. The official announcement, released on Friday, is anticipated to affect approximately 8,000 allottees across different residential projects. Homebuyers interested in participating in a new residential scheme can apply to have their prior payment credited towards the new allotment. The PDA has clarified that alternate plots will…

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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…