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Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recently reviewed the progress of single-window camps under the PM-UDAY scheme, which grants ownership rights to residents of 1,731 unauthorised colonies in Delhi. Since late November, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has conducted these weekend camps at 10 centres, benefiting over 13,300 applicants. Services include conveyance deeds, authorisation slips, property registrations, and resolving pending applications. Sub-registrars were deployed to expedite on-the-spot property registrations. Over 2,000 new applications were filed, with 506 deeds and slips issued, and deficiencies in thousands of cases resolved. The initiative, running until December, is a significant step toward legal recognition of homes, ensuring security for residents and showcasing the effectiveness of a mission-driven approach.Read more
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has issued 879 fines totaling INR 36.7 lakh under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to curb pollution. Violations include 566 fines for dust control failures at small construction sites and INR 6 lakh for illegal construction waste dumping. Additionally, 331 fines for solid waste dumping (INR 5.4 lakh), 259 for single-use plastic (INR 2.18 lakh), and 21 for waste burning (INR 1.05 lakh) were imposed. MCG Commissioner Ashok Kumar Garg urged community involvement, while measures like anti-smog guns and mechanical road sweeping aim to improve air quality. Sustainable practices and resident participation are essential for lasting environmental change.Read more
The Gujarat government will upgrade nine municipalities-Gandhidham, Surendranagar, Porbandar, Vapi, Navsari, Mehsana, Morbi, Nadiad, and Anand-to municipal corporation status within two weeks, increasing the state's total to 17 corporations. This move, announced in the 2024-25 budget, aims to improve local governance and urban services. Administrators, primarily district collectors, will oversee these areas until elections in late 2025. The expansion will extend jurisdiction to nearby villages, with budgetary grants allocated for infrastructure and services like water supply, waste management, and roads. The initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing urban development in Gujarat's rapidly growing regions.Read more
The Gurugram civic body has uncovered six illegal colonies on 700 acres of disputed panchayat land in Behrampur during a surprise inspection. Plots in these colonies, sold for INR 50,000 to INR 80,000 per square-yard, were found to have ongoing construction and road networks. The nodal officer stated that signboards will mark the sites as illegal, and constructions will be demolished. The land ownership is under legal dispute, complicating matters further. A crackdown on illegal activities will follow, including filing complaints against property dealers involved in unauthorized sales, urging buyers to verify legal clearances before purchasing real estate.Read more
The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) plans to amend building bylaws to mandate solar panels for residential plots of 100 square meters or more, requiring a minimum generation of 1 kW. Building approvals and completion certificates will depend on compliance. This initiative supports Uttar Pradesh's vision to make Ghaziabad a 'solar city,' targeting over 10% of electricity consumption from solar by 2027. A study by UPNEDA estimates the city's solar potential at 2,858 MW, with residential rooftops contributing 2,014 MW. Subsidies from central and state governments make solar installations affordable, offering financial incentives through net metering. The policy promotes sustainability and cost-effective energy solutions for residents.Read more
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The Maharashtra government has launched a novel urban land records digitization project, starting with 10 pilot cities, including Baramati and Chandrapur. The initiative aims to address urban land documentation challenges by creating detailed, GPS-enabled digital property records through drone surveys. Starting in December, the project will roll out fully by February 2025 under the National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey framework. With plans to digitize 4,900 cities nationwide in five years, Maharashtra will expand this model to 400 cities, transforming urban land management and setting a benchmark for other states.Read more
A Bhubaneswar developer faces action for ignoring an Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) order to compensate 18 homebuyers INR 87.94 lakh for delayed property delivery in Ghatikia. After losing an appeal in the Odisha Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (OREAT), the developer was issued a show-cause notice by the ADM, warning of arrest if compliance isn't met by December 31. This case highlights poor enforcement of ORERA rulings, with less than 2% implemented despite Supreme Court guidelines. Separately, ORERA flagged 57 promoters with unpaid penalties totaling INR 6.89 crore, underscoring non-compliance issues in Odisha's real estate sector.Read more
In a historic move, the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) in Bihar is set to auction a defaulting promoter's confiscated property to compensate homebuyers. The land, owned by Agrani Homes Private Limited in Patna's Dhawalpura locality, was seized by RERA in April 2023 after the promoter failed to refund amounts to homebuyers due to an unfinished project. The auction, scheduled for December 16, 2024, will have a minimum bid price of INR 5.17 crore. The proceeds will be distributed to the affected homebuyers, marking the first such auction since the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, was enacted.Read more
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) recently conducted demolition operations on unauthorized constructions in Nerul and Ghansoli following non-compliance with issued notices. The first demolition targeted a property in Nerul, involving a large team of workers and equipment. In Ghansoli, the construction of additional floors without approval was also demolished, with a penalty of INR 50,000 imposed. NMMC continues to crack down on illegal building activities in the region.Read more
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has ordered an Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) investigation into an alleged land scam involving three Revenue Department officials. The case centers on the illegal sale of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) land, acquired in 1965, to private individuals through a no-objection certificate (NOC) issued by Hauz Khas Revenue officials. The accused allegedly marked part of the government land as private, enabling its fraudulent sale. The Vigilance Department has been directed to expedite corruption cases, ensuring adherence to the Prevention of Corruption Act. This probe highlights efforts to curb corruption and protect government assets.Read more
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