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Ranchi Cracks Down on Illegal Buildings Over Water Bodies

File Photo RANCHI: The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has intensified its efforts to clear water bodies and drainage channels of encroachments, conducting a series of demolition and survey operations to ensure these areas are free from illegal occupation. The latest action took place on Monday at Bandhgari in Ward 6, where five illegal structures on government land and drainage channels were demolished. The obstructive structures hindered natural water flow and occupied public land. The demolition was executed by RMC’s enforcement team, which also restored the drains to their original alignment. This operation followed a significant crackdown around Kanke dam, where…

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Jharkhand Seeks Amendments to Building Regularization Rules

RANCHI: The Association of Licensed Technical Professionals of Jharkhand, made up of leading architects and structural engineers, has reached out to the Chief Minister to request significant modifications to the newly implemented ‘Jharkhand Regularisation of Unauthorizedly Constructed Building Rules, 2026’. The letter states that the existing framework limits regularisation applications to individuals with a total plot size not exceeding 300 square metres (approximately 3,228 square feet or 7.41 decimals). This criterion, according to the association, marginalizes a large segment of the population governed by the Chotanagpur Tenancy (CNT) Act, where traditional land holdings usually exceed 10 decimals, thus excluding them…

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Jharkhand Housing Board Cancels 30+ Residential Allotments in Ranchi

RANCHI: The Jharkhand State Housing Board (JSHB) is moving to revoke over 30 residential allotments in the Harmu and Bariatu housing colonies for unauthorized commercial use. This decision follows a series of notices issued to property owners who have not responded satisfactorily. A JSHB representative, speaking anonymously, stated that the cancellation process is nearly complete after three rounds of notifications were sent to owners operating businesses such as clinics, pharmacies, coaching centres, and retail stores on their residential plots. Officials from JSHB’s Ranchi division reported that nearly 400 commercial units have been identified operating illegally within residential areas across Harmu,…

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Jharkhand Housing Board Revokes Trade Licenses in Colonies

RANCHI: Following a recent Supreme Court ruling that requires municipal bodies across all states and Union Territories to assess residential properties being utilized for commercial purposes and submit affidavits by May 15, traders operating in Bariatu and Argora housing colonies are worried about their means of livelihood. Binay Lakra, secretary of the Jharkhand State Housing Board (JSHB), remarked, “These properties were assigned for residential use, meaning that commercial activities cannot be allowed. We have asked the Ranchi Municipal Corporation to revoke such trade licenses.” Bariatu Housing Colony consists of over 500 housing units. “These were allocated by JSHB under various…

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Ranchi: Harmu Housing Colony Targets Commercial Establishments

RANCHI: The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) is under scrutiny as it issues notices to businesses in Harmu Housing Colony for operating in residential areas, sparking concern among both traders and locals. With eight enforcement teams actively monitoring the area, officials have asserted that the colony is designated solely for residential purposes. JSHB Secretary Binay Lakra emphasized, “All these properties were allocated for residential use exclusively, and therefore, commercial establishments cannot be allowed.” Despite this claim, many businesses in Harmu have been operating for years, effectively transforming the area into a self-sufficient community. Currently, over 150 commercial units, ranging from grocery…

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Jharkhand RERA Fines 77 Builders ₹83.5 Lakh for Report Delays

RANCHI: The Jharkhand Real Estate Regulatory Authority (JRERA) levied a cumulative fine of Rs 83,50,000 against 77 builders on Friday due to their failure to submit required quarterly progress reports (QPR) and non-compliance with court summons. JRERA Chairman Birendra Bhushan warned of more stringent actions, stating, “The defaulters did not show up in court today, leading to these penalties. If they do not settle their dues, their bank accounts will be frozen.” This enforcement is part of a broader initiative by the regulator. Recently, notices were issued to 106 builders for breaching transparency regulations. Two developers have settled their fines,…

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Ranchi Civic Body Takes Aim at Illegal Businesses in Homes

RANCHI: The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has launched a city-wide initiative to address the illegal operation of commercial establishments within residential properties in Jharkhand State Housing Board (JSHB) colonies. This includes door-to-door surveys and the cancellation of trade licenses, following directives related to Supreme Court land use regulations. Eight enforcement teams have been assigned to inspect areas such as Harmu, Bariatu, and Argora, where significant illegal commercial activities have been reported, despite land allotment norms favoring residential use. Officials confirmed that this enforcement drive commenced this week and will be executed in phases. Deputy Municipal Commissioner Gautam Prasad Sahu stated,…

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Ranchi Civic Body Achieves ₹108 Crore in Tax Collection

RANCHI: In a significant milestone, the Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has reported a collection of Rs 108 crore in taxes for the current financial year, with property tax generating Rs 100 crore, making it the largest source of revenue. Officials noted that this development marks a notable change, as property tax has not been the primary revenue source in earlier years. RMC’s Deputy Municipal Commissioner, Gautam Prasad Sahu, stated, “We have surpassed Rs 100 crore in property tax alone, while the total collection is around Rs 108 crore. We anticipate collecting over a crore on the final day.” Additional income…

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Jharkhand Housing Board Warns Dhoni Over Plot Misuse

File Photo RANCHI: The Jharkhand State Housing Board has sent a notice to former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni regarding the alleged misuse of a residential plot in Ranchi, according to an official statement made on Friday. The notice accuses Dhoni of using the plot, which was allocated for residential purposes, for commercial activities. “A residential plot was allotted by the Jharkhand State Housing Board to cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, but it has been found to be used for commercial purposes. We have issued a notice to him for violating the rules and regulations,” said Sanjay Lal Paswan, chairman…

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Over 900 Jharkhand builders miss quarterly report deadline

RANCHI: The Jharkhand Real Estate Regulatory Authority (JRERA) is set to issue notices to 904 builders statewide for neglecting to submit required quarterly construction and financial progress reports. Developers involved in residential projects with over eight flats are mandated to register with JRERA and provide detailed quarterly updates on construction status, financial health, and project progress. These disclosures aim to promote transparency and accountability in the real estate industry. Data from JRERA indicates that by December 2025, 1,711 projects were recorded with the authority throughout Jharkhand. However, over 50% of these projects did not submit their quarterly progress reports for…