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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…

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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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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 Conduct Flat Allotment Lottery on August 5

Representative image PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) is set to conduct a transparent lottery for the allocation of flats in 12 residential schemes throughout various city locales. From June 25 to July 15, online applications were accepted, attracting 154 eligible applicants eager to secure a housing opportunity. The lottery draw is scheduled for August 5, commencing at 11:30 am at the PDA’s Indira Bhawan in Civil Lines. The lottery will be executed openly and fairly, guaranteeing equal chances for all registered applicants. The process will continue until all flats are assigned. Authorities urge all applicants who registered online to…