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Time of India
11-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Civic body to issue SOP for RMC plants soon
Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) will soon issue a new standard operating procedure (SOP) on setting up ready mix concrete (RMC) plants in the city. The new SOP will also make it mandatory for all RMC plants to obtain proper registration and authorisation before construction. This follows a similar step by the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA), which on April 9, 2025, released its first SOP for on-site and off-site RMC plants in areas under its jurisdiction. The civic body had decided to relocate all RMC plants from residential areas to curb air pollution during the standing committee meeting on May 22, following complaints over dust and emissions from such facilities. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad As part of the move, the new SOP will prohibit the setting up of RMC plants in residential zones. AMC officials said the revised guidelines aim to reduce air pollution levels in densely populated areas and ensure stricter environmental compliance. Once implemented, unauthorised RMC plants operating in residential zones will face closure. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
17 shops auctioned by AUDA fetch over double the base price
Ahmedabad: In a windfall for the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA), 17 shops put up for auction were sold for a total of Rs 10.78 crore — more than double the base price of Rs 4.62 crore. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The auction, held on June 26 and 27, included 12 shops from the Zundal Urban Poor Housing Scheme and five shops from the Motera-Koteshwar Urban Poor Housing Scheme. The base price for the shops ranged from Rs 16 lakh to Rs 33 lakh. The five shops in the Motera-Koteshwar scheme, initially priced at Rs 16–17 lakh each, were sold at significantly higher rates between Rs 48 lakh and Rs 58 lakh — fetching 186% to 228% more than the base value. Similarly, the 12 Zundal scheme shops with a base price of Rs 29–33 lakh each went under the hammer for Rs 61–79 lakh apiece, achieving returns of 97% to 136% above the reserve price. AUDA officials said the final decision on allotting these shops to successful bidders will be taken in the upcoming board meeting.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Full circle: Gujarat government revives third ring road plan for Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar: Fast-paced growth and the ambition to host the 2036 Olympics are pushing Ahmedabad to rethink its infrastructure. The state govt has, in principle, decided to revive the long-dormant third ring road project, proposing more than 100 TP schemes for speedy land acquisition. Officials say the corridor is essential to easing pressure on existing roads. The plan may be finalised by the end of next year. Originally outlined in a draft development plan 19 years ago, the third ring road had seen no movement in terms of land acquisition or groundwork, until now. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad "Given the rising pressure on the existing 132-ft Ring Road and Sardar Patel Ring Road, as well as a growing need for enhanced connectivity, the state govt has decided to accelerate the third ring road project. The potential for hosting the Olympics, has prompted us to reprioritize this long-delayed plan," said a senior official. Officials said that the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (Auda), Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), and the urban development department (UDD) are now jointly working to fast-track this initiative. Sources involved in the planning process said the new development plan will include the third ring road with possible route refinements. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wittmund: Nur 700 Plätze. Werden Sie Testhörer für die neuen Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung. Gutes Hören Undo "Keeping the Olympics and long-term growth in mind, the govt has decided to give the third ring road top priority in the new development plan. Experts have broadly agreed to proceed with the previously proposed alignment, with small modifications if necessary," a source said. Officials pointed out that the traditional method of road development through revenue rules can trigger legal complications and result in years of delay. Instead, the govt is opting for TP schemes, which are more structured and efficient. "This method ensures both quicker land acquisition and planned growth along the corridor," a source added. The proposed third ring road will likely be one of the largest town-planning undertakings ever seen in Gujarat. "By the end of 2025, the new draft development plan, along with a new action plan for the third ring land acquisition using over 100 TPs, is likely to be ready," sources added.
Hindustan Times
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Punjab cabinet meeting: Chief secy replaces CM as chairman of devp authorities
Chandigarh: The Punjab cabinet on Saturday decided to appoint the chief secretary as the chairman of all local development boards in the state, effectively transferring this responsibility from the chief minister, who traditionally held this role. The Punjab cabinet on Saturday decided to appoint the chief secretary as the chairman of all local development boards in the state, effectively transferring this responsibility from the chief minister, who traditionally held this role. The cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of chief minister Bhagwant Mann, amended Section 29(3) of the Punjab Regional and Town Planning and Development (PRTPD) Act. The amendment empowers the chief secretary to lead the state's development authorities, a move modelled after urban planning bodies such as Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA), NOIDA, Meerut, Kanpur, and Lucknow. This decision follows the cabinet's approval two weeks ago for the acquisition or 'land-pooling' of 24,311 acres in Ludhiana and 6,285 acres around Mohali to facilitate new urban estates. The reallocation of power marks a significant departure from Punjab's norm, where political figures — including chief ministers and ministers — have traditionally chaired key development bodies such as GMADA (Greater Mohali Area Development Authority), GLADA (Greater Ludhiana Development Authority), and PUDA (Punjab Urban Development Authority). Finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema explained that the move was aimed at improving the functioning of the development authorities. 'The chief minister is the chairman of the authority, but due to his busy schedule, the work sometimes gets delayed. This change will help streamline proceedings and ensure timely decision-making,' Cheema said during a media briefing. Additionally, the cabinet has decided to include the departments of revenue, industry, water supply and sanitation, and others in the decision-making process of the development authorities, a step intended to enhance interdepartmental coordination. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has strongly criticised the move. SAD spokesman Daljit Singh Cheema took to X (formerly Twitter), calling the decision 'illegal, unconstitutional, and arbitrary.' He pointed out that according to the 1995 Act, the chief minister and housing minister are ex-officio chairman and vice-chairman of the boards, respectively. He questioned the legality of replacing the CM with the chief secretary, suggesting that this undermines the authority of Cabinet ministers. 'Why is the office of CM being downgraded? Who is pressuring the Cabinet to act against constitutional norms?' Cheema wrote. Nod to fill 500 posts in jail dept In order to enhance the security in jails, the cabinet gave approval for filling 500 posts of various cadres in the jail staff. This recruitment will include 29 assistant superintendents, 451 warders and 20 matrons, which will be done by Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board, thereby helping to beef up the security in the jails, said an official spokesperson. Policy for industrial plot sub-division approved The cabinet also approved a comprehensive policy for the fragmentation and sub-division of industrial plots in PSIEC-managed industrial estates to enhance land use efficiency, the spokesperson said. This policy caters to the demands of industrialists and plot owners as well as of prominent industry associations, including the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Mohali Chamber of Industry & IT, and Mohali Industrial Association. It addresses the need for smaller industrial plots, particularly for the IT and service sectors, to promote efficient land use, attract investments and establish a structured, transparent mechanism for plot fragmentation and sub-division, said the spokesperson. The policy facilitates the optimisation of land usage, boosts operational efficiency, and supports project expansion by addressing long-standing demands from industrial stakeholders. It applies to freehold plots of 1,000 square yards or larger, with subdivided plots maintaining a minimum size of 400 square yards. A fee of 5% of the current reserve price of the original plot will be charged, reduced to 50% for family members or legal heirs of a deceased allottee, the spokesperson added. This policy includes a standard operating procedure (SOP) to streamline its implementation. The cabinet gave ex-post facto approval for the constitution of the high-powered cabinet sub-committee to intensify the 'war on drugs' programme of the state. This move will further help in day-to-day scrutiny of the ongoing war against drugs thereby making Punjab free from the menace of drugs and wean away the youth of state from this scourge, according to the spokesperson. Nod to frame Punjab fire and emergency services rules The cabinet gave nod for framing of Punjab Fire and Emergency Services (Validity of Fire Safety Certificate) Rules, 2025. This will enable the state government to prescribe the period of fire safety certificate in the case of buildings or premises, including those of specified risk categories through a notification, the spokesperson said. Factory rules amended The cabinet gave approval to amend Rule 2A, Rule 3A, Rule 4 and Rule 102 of Punjab Factory Rules, 1952, for facilitating ease of doing business. This will enable self-certification plans of the factories by any civil/ structural/ mechanical engineer with 5 years of experience or masters degree with two years experience subject to verification by the department. Structural stability certificate by any civil/structural engineer with five years of experience or masters degree with two years experience will also be allowed subject to verification by the department. Likewise, women workers will be allowed to work in the manufacturing of pottery and ceramics, and the process of extracting vegetable oil which is banned presently, according to the spokesperson. Consent to amend Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act The cabinet also gave consent to amend the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act 1965. Several provisions of the Act are no longer in line with present-day needs. So, various provisions of the Act have been amended to secure the interests of the Labour by making the Fund more realistic and progressive, according to the spokesperson.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority to plant 1.2 lakh trees on 11 garden plots using CSR funds
Ahmedabad: In a move to green up urban spaces, the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (Auda) has approved a large-scale tree plantation initiative across 11 plots reserved for gardens. The project will see the plantation of 1.2 lakh trees over 99,000 sq m of land, under the public-private partnership (PPP) model using CSR funds. The Miyawaki method, a dense, fast-growing afforestation technique, will be employed, and various NGOs will carry out the work. As part of the plan, the NGOs will not only plant the trees but also be responsible for maintaining them for three years. Auda's board cleared the proposal during its meeting on Tuesday. The board also cleared multiple other proposals, including submitting a draft Town Planning (TP) scheme for land in Godhavi's Knowledge Zone (KZ3) to the state govt. Under the development plan, Auda also approved the consultation proposal for the draft of TP Scheme No. 4 to facilitate the implementation of a 60-foot ring road in Dahegam city. In addition, the board sanctioned an increase in rental charges for its Shela and Dahegam auditorium facilities. At Shela, one shift at the auditorium hall will now cost Rs 50,000, up from Rs 30,000, and the charges will be higher on weekends. It will also attract a deposit of Rs 1 lakh. The rent for multi-purpose and banquet halls in Shela have been raised from Rs 45,000 to Rs 55,000 per shift. Weekend rates will be higher, and a security deposit of Rs 1 lakh will apply. Cleaning and security charges will range from Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 each, while electricity usage will be charged per unit.
