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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kickstart Process To Grant Metro City Tag To Nagpur: Fuke Writes To Fadnavis
Nagpur: MLC Parinay Fuke on Thursday wrote to CM Devendra Fadnavis requesting to kick start the process for Nagpur to be officially tagged as a 'metro city', something which will bring in multiple benefits for the area apart from boasting rights. The power to reclassify any city as "X" category, or a metro city, lies with the central govt's Directorate of Census Operations. While having a 50 lakh-plus population is needed to be reclassified as "X" city, the central govt's Urban Agglomeration (UA) clause allows population of neighbouring urban areas to be counted. This means that areas like Kamptee etc can be included in census of Nagpur city, thus propelling it to metro city tag. Fuke in his letter said, "Despite Nagpur being the second capital of Maharashtra, it has not yet received metro city status from the central government, which is concerning. Nagpur has institutions like AIIMS, the high court, Vidhan Bhavan, MIHAN project, along with significant industrial and government establishments. Yet, the consideration for granting Nagpur metro city status has not been done". Fuke added, "If the areas under NMRDA, including Beltarodi, Khapri, Hingna, Wadi, Piwala, Narsala, Godhni, Zingabai Takli, and nearby regions are counted within Nagpur's urban population (Urban Agglomeration), then Nagpur will immediately qualify for metro city status". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Rina Sinha, president of Vidarbha Economic Development (VED) Council said Nagpur truly deserves the metro tag. "VED Council has always maintained that it's time Nagpur gets its due by getting a metro tag as it fulfils all conditions of UA clause," said Sinha. "We can easily achieve the 50-lakh population with the peripheral towns which are very much a part of Nagpur thanks to the phenomenal connectivity. Nagpur is becoming one of the fastest growing cities with major investments, literate population and central location," said Sinha. She added, "VED Council appeals to the District Collector to further its application to the authorities making Nagpur the next metro city in the country. The prestige of being called a Metro City is due for we Nagpurians." The Urban Agglomeration (UA) clause of the Census Department allows adjoining urbanised areas to be counted as part of a city's total population when determining eligibility for metro city status. For inclusion under UA, the growth must be contiguous, without rural gaps, and the adjoining areas must have urban infrastructure. This provision is used to account for suburban and peri-urban regions functionally integrated with the main city. Once applied, the combined population of the core city and its adjoining urban pockets can help meet the 50 lakh benchmark required for metro city classification. The Census Department assesses and certifies UA status. An X category city is a classification used also for determining allowances like House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowance for central government employees. Cities with a population of 50 lakh and above, as per the Census Department, are categorised as X category. This status directly impacts employee benefits and service conditions.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nagpur Winter Capital, Why No Metro City Tag?
1 2 Nagpur: The irony can't be missed. Maharashtra 's winter capital and a bustling urban centre, Nagpur, remains tagged as a non-Metro city by the Central govt. Delve into the reason and we are told that Nagpur's recorded population, as per 2011 census is below the required threshold of 50lakh. However, the city might be able to get the coveted "X" city classification of a Metro, courtesy a crucial clause in rules known as 'Urban Agglomeration' (UA). This provision allows inclusion of urban area population adjoining the city like Khapri, Besa, Beltarodi, Kamptee. And if collectively the number touches 50 lakh, then Nagpur can officially be called a 'Metro City'. Getting recognized as a X category city, will usher multiple benefits for the city in terms of investments and govt employees, courtesy a higher payout of allowances. The classification of Indian cities into different categories — primarily X, Y, and Z — is based on population criteria and infrastructure development. An 'X' or Metro category city necessitates a minimum population of 50 lakh, while 'Y' and 'Z' categories have lower population thresholds. The process starts after a govt nod to the plan, after which the district collector officially sends a request. The Directorate of Census Operations (Maharashtra) then initiates the counting process in coordination with the district authority, and if all the criteria are met then Nagpur may get the 'X' category city tag. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo As the last census was conducted in 2011, the latest figures that provide official indication of population is from the voters' list. As per the latest voter list, there are almost 25 lakh registered voters in Nagpur city. Ramtek Lok Sabha seat, which is basically an area on periphery of Nagpur city, has 21.3 lakh voters. And this becomes the minimum population threshold of 18+ years of age, who are registered as voters. The around 46 lakh voters plus approximately 8.5 lakh students studying in district between nursery and Class 12 take the total to around 54 lakh. To this will be added the population of kids who are not of school-going age and adults who haven't registered as voters. Even a marginal 10% addition will take the estimated population to 60 lakhs. Going by these estimates Nagpur's population crosses the required benchmark, but the challenging part is getting to the 50 lakh-plus number solely through Urban Agglomeration (UA) clause. It's only the urbanized centres surrounding Nagpur city limits that will help club the population under UA, and many believe this will surely ensure Nagpur reaches the 50lakh population club. What is Urban Agglomeration (UA)? Reading the fine print in the UA clause will be key if Nagpur hopes to achieve the coveted metro status. As defined by the Census Department, Urban Agglomeration refers to a continuous urban spread comprising a city and its adjoining urbanised areas. For adjoining areas to qualify under UA, they must exhibit uninterrupted urban infrastructure, without rural or non-urban gaps breaking the continuity. This criterion demands strict standards — continuous roads, sanitation, utilities, healthcare, and educational institutions — all indicators of robust urban infrastructure. Even a small rural patch can disqualify a city under UA norms. Benefits of Being a Metro City The most immediate benefit is prestige. In Maharashtra, only Mumbai and Pune enjoy the X-category metro tag. If reclassified, Nagpur will join this exclusive club. Government employees stand to gain significantly, with a higher Travel Allowance/Daily Allowance (TA/DA) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) applicable in metro cities. The tag may also unlock larger industrial and infrastructure investments, accelerating economic growth. Business leaders and civic representatives are now pushing for the process to be expedited under the UA clause, arguing that the tag is essential to unlocking Nagpur's growth potential. It is high time the population of Nagpur is calculated as per the geographical jurisdiction of the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA). A 25km radius from the city centre is the standard benchmark, so there's no reason to exclude this population from the city census. If we're classified as a metro city, our share in central funds will also go up. Nagpur is Maharashtra's fastest-growing city after Mumbai, as seen at the recent Davos summit. The state signed MoUs worth over Rs15 lakh crore — 30% of that was for Vidarbha, and half of it for Nagpur Ajay Sancheti | Former Rajya Sabha Member We want Nagpur to be reclassified as an X-category city under the UA provision. Everyone knows areas like Besa, Beltarodi, Kamptee, and Khapri are highly urbanised — you don't even realise when you've entered them. There are no visible rural patches or farmlands. These zones are already an integral part of Nagpur's urban infrastructure. We should not delay this any further and must send a formal request for reclassification Abhijeet Wanjarri | MLC
Cision Canada
21-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
2025 municipal elections - Beaconsfield: Mayor Georges Bourelle will not seek re-election in 2025
BEACONSFIELD, QC, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - At the Council meeting held on May 20, 2025, Mayor Georges Bourelle announced that he would not seek a fourth term and would retire from political life at the end of his current mandate in autumn 2025. Mayor Bourelle has served the community of Beaconsfield since 2013. During his three terms in office, he has overseen major environmental, financial, and infrastructure initiatives, while maintaining a strong focus on fiscal responsibility and community well-being. "Serving the citizens of Beaconsfield has been one of the most demanding and rewarding commitments of my life," said Mayor Bourelle during his address. "I am proud of what we have built together over the past twelve years, and I am confident that the City is on a strong and stable path for the future." Highlights of his tenure include the preservation of Angell Woods, the introduction of incentive-based waste collection, long-term investment in infrastructure and parks, and the development of the Imagine Centennial project to revitalize the waterfront. He also spearheaded a legal challenge against the City of Montréal's approach to regional taxation, advocating for greater transparency, fairness, and democratic representation. To this day, Beaconsfield remains the only city to have launched such a legal challenge concerning Agglomeration surtaxes. Mayor Bourelle also prioritized restoring order, decorum, and respect to Council proceedings, creating a more constructive public forum for dialogue and decision-making. Having added 12 years of public service to a long business career, Mayor Bourelle now looks forward to spending more time with his family and pursuing personal projects. He concludes his message with a heartfelt thanks to the residents, councillors, municipal staff, community partners, and especially his wife, Ellen, for their unwavering support.
