The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the INR 11,009 crore Phase 1 of the Vijayawada Metro, covering 38.6 km across two corridors-from Gannavaram to PNBS (25.9 km) and PNBS to Penamaluru (12.76 km). With 34 stations planned, the metro aims to ease traffic and enhance urban mobility. Land acquisition of 91 acres is underway at a cost of INR 1,152 crore. The project follows a Public-Private Partnership model, with 40% funding from the Centre. A future extension to Amaravati is also planned. The metro is expected to transform Vijayawada's transport network, linking key areas and supporting regional development.Read more

The Maharashtra Government is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Housing for All (Urban)' initiative in line with the Prime Minister's vision of 'Housing for All' by 2022. The scheme includes four components: Beneficiary Led Construction (BLC), Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP), Affordable Rental Housing (ARH), and the Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS). A unified web portal allows for easy registration under PMAY (Urban) 2.0. Applicants must submit documents like Aadhaar, PAN, income certificate, and land records to the Social Development Department at Belapur Bhavan, Navi Mumbai. The scheme offers subsidized ownership and rental options for economically weaker sections. A help desk has also been set up for guidance.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

The Jharkhand Industrial Corridor is a strategic initiative aimed at leveraging the state's rich mineral resources-coal, iron ore, bauxite, and mica-to drive industrialization and economic growth. Supported by infrastructure projects, the corridor seeks to enhance connectivity and commercial development. Key projects include a INR 465 crore, 44-km NH-33 stretch and a INR 1,876 crore elevated corridor in Jamshedpur to reduce congestion. Jharkhand is also a beneficiary of the INR 3,330.40 crore national infrastructure push and aligns with the Amritsar-Kolkata Industrial Corridor (AKIC). With national investments exceeding INR 28,602 crore (USD 3.41 billion) in industrial corridors, Jharkhand is positioning itself as a major manufacturing and logistics hub in eastern India.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

Paradip Port has emerged as India's highest cargo-handling major port, recording 145.38 million metric tonnes (MMT) in FY 2023-24, surpassing Deendayal Port. To accommodate rising demand, the INR 10,000 crore expansion plan includes the Western Dock (25 MMT capacity), full mechanization by 2030, and a 10 MW solar power plant. Future projects include the INR 1,400 crore North Dock Complex-3 (NDC-3) and INR 2,110 crore Kendrapara riverine port. With INR 61,000 crore investment from Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Paradip is poised to become a petrochemical and green energy hub, aligning with the Sagarmala and Maritime India Vision 2030.Read more

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Master Plan 2031 Phase-2 for areas along the 165 km Yamuna Expressway, covering parts of Aligarh, Mathura, Hathras, and Agra. The plan includes key projects like a INR 7,200 crore Heritage City in Mathura's Raya Urban Centre and a 364-acre Logistics Park in Aligarh's Tappal-Bajna township near the upcoming Noida International Airport. Managed by YEIDA, the plan spans 2,593 sq. km and aims to boost residential, industrial, and tourism-led growth. This move follows strategic development models like DMIC and is expected to catalyze economic activity and urbanization across the region.Read more

In Ahmedabad, development rights for a riverfront plot along Vallabh Sadan have increased by INR 8,824 per square metre over three months, reaching INR 26,000 per square metre in November 2024. A new request for proposal (RFP) for a food park at another Vallabh Sadan plot now sets the base price at INR 32,500 per square metre, according to the Sabarmati Riverfront Land Disposal Policy. Additionally, LuLu International Shopping Malls Pvt Ltd recently acquired a plot in Chandkheda along SP Ring Road for INR 519 crore via an online auction by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation.Read more

Visakhapatnam's 30-year master plan is set for finalization within four months, focusing on urban infrastructure, sustainable growth, and public participation. The plan includes INR 500 crore investment for 35 new roads to ease congestion, especially near Bhogapuram International Airport. The Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project will enhance urban mobility, following successful models in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Upgrades in water supply and drainage will tackle shortages, inspired by Chennai and Hyderabad's initiatives. Overseen by VMRDA, the plan ensures public consultation via online access, promoting transparency. Balancing industrial growth and environmental sustainability, the initiative aims to modernize Visakhapatnam's urban landscape.Read more

Vriti Gothi

The Santacruz-Chembur Link Road (SCLR) has significantly improved east-west connectivity in Mumbai, cutting travel time between Santacruz and Chembur from nearly two hours to just 17 minutes. The ongoing extension aims to ease congestion further and introduce additional direct links. With the project cost rising to INR 650-670 crore due to delays, it features Asia's first curved cable-stayed bridge and new routes connecting Kurla to Vakola Junction and Chembur to Vile Parle. Once completed, it is expected to reduce congestion in key areas, such as the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Vakola, by 30%, offering a smoother commute across the city. The final phase is anticipated to be completed in the coming months.Read more

Preparations are underway for two new metro corridors in Gurgaon, aimed at strengthening connectivity between Old and New Gurgaon. The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) has invited tenders for detailed project reports (DPRs). The first 17-km corridor will link Bhondsi to Gurgaon Railway Station, passing through Vatika Chowk, Subhash Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, and Sohna Chowk. The second, 13.6-km line, will connect Golf Course Extension Road with Sector 5, covering key hubs like Ardee City and Signature Tower. These metro lines aim to ease congestion, improve accessibility, and offer efficient transport, supporting Gurgaon's growing population and rapid urbanisation. Construction is expected to begin after DPR finalization.Read more

Vriti Gothi

Mumbai Metro Line 6, known as the Pink Line, is a 15.18 km elevated corridor connecting Swami Samarth Nagar in Andheri to Vikhroli (EEH), with 13 stations along key areas such as JVLR, SEEPZ, and Powai. Aiming to improve east-west connectivity, the project is set for completion this year, with daily ridership projected at 7.69 lakh by 2031. The line will intersect with Metro Lines 2A, 3, 4, and 7, and connect to Western and Central Railways at Jogeshwari and Kanjurmarg. With a budget of INR 6,716 crore, the Pink Line will significantly reduce congestion on JVLR, Western Express Highway, and SV Road.Read more