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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Raj township policy aims at affordable hsg, green devpt'
Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Monday stated that the newly announced Rajasthan Township Policy 2024 is not only aimed at building townships but also at creating ecosystems that are green, inclusive, and growth-oriented. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "This policy is a blueprint for Rajasthan's urban future," said Sharma in an official statement. The policy mandates inclusion of parks, green zones, and public utility spaces in all residential townships. Each project must earmark 7% of its land for parks and playgrounds and 8% for community services and utilities. Additionally, rainwater harvesting and wastewater recycling systems will be compulsory for all new developments. A major highlight is the policy's Antyodaya vision, which prioritises affordable housing for the economically weaker sections (EWS) and lower-income groups (LIG). To further ease the lives of workers, industrial projects will now be required to reserve 5% of their land for labour housing, reducing commute times and enhancing productivity. To protect consumer interests, the policy introduces developer accountability mechanisms. Developers must retain 2.5% of project land as collateral to ensure infrastructure maintenance for at least five years or until the handover to a Residents' Welfare Association (RWA). Acknowledging the limitations of land in urban centres, the policy promotes vertical development and encourages high-rise residential projects, alongside mixed land-use plans. Group housing, plotted schemes, flat systems, commercial hubs, sub-city centres, and community spaces will be part of this integrated approach. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now For better urban mobility, the policy paves the way for the construction of large sector roads, following the Jaipur Development Authority's model. Land acquisition for these projects will be based on mutual consent to minimise disputes. In a significant push for renewable energy, the policy removes earlier restrictions on setting up solar and wind energy plants, even on land without formal road access in revenue records.
India Today
a day ago
- Climate
- India Today
Satellite images show vast swathes of Rajasthan submerged
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flood-like conditions in several districts of Rajasthan, including Ajmer, Bundi, Sawai Madhopur, and drains, and reservoirs overflowed due to the intense rainfall since July 17. The highest rainfall recorded was 234.0 mm in Nainwa of Bundi district, followed by 230 mm in Merta city of Nagaur, 190 mm in Mangliawas of Ajmer, 180 mm in Nasirabad of Ajmer, and 160 mm in Pratapgarh between July 17 and July dry patches of land in the villages of Ewadi, Siwna, and Padeev now appear waterlogged in satellite images, indicating a flood-like Sentinel-2 SAR imagery, India Today's Open-Source Intelligence team visualised the floods and found large areas near Kameri and Oda reservoirs in Sirohi, along with nearby lakes, submerged under water. Ewadi, a small village located about 19 km from Sirohi town, showed major changes. The post-flood satellite imagery was captured on 20th July. Credit: Sentinel-2, European Space Agency Nearby, Siwna and Padeev—also part of Sirohi tehsil—displayed similar patterns. Before the rains, the land appeared dry in satellite images captured by Sentinel-2 satellite of the European Space Agency (ESA). But post-flood imagery from July showed flooded fields, disrupted land patterns, and overflowing water bodies. The post-flood satellite imagery was captured on 20th July. Credit: Sentinel-2, European Space Agency With limited drainage and preparedness in remote areas, even moderate floods can heavily damage crops, homes, and access to clean water. The post-flood satellite imagery was captured on 20th July. Credit: Sentinel-2, European Space Agency Places like Ajmer, Pushkar, Bundi, Kota, Pali, Sawai Madhopur, Bikaner, Churu, and Sri Ganganagar have reported flooded streets, stranded residents, and overflowing reservoirs due to heavy rains since July 15. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Sunday chaired a review meeting on the flood situation in the state, with a focus on urban areas grappling with waterlogging and rising water levels in rivers and dams. He directed officials to compile reports on damaged roads, inundated zones, and unsafe buildings from each assembly constituency. Assistance to families of those killed or injured in rain-related accidents must be disbursed promptly, he added.- Ends
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Raj releases 95cr for Yamuna water project
Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Saturday approved the first installment of Rs 95 crore for the construction of dams under the Yamuna Basin Development Project, aimed at addressing water scarcity in the Shekhawati region. The funds will contribute to the state's share in the construction of the Renukaji Dam in Himachal Pradesh and the Lakhwar Dam in Uttarakhand. The initiative is part of a larger Rs 11,320 crore inter-state project, with Rajasthan's total contribution estimated at Rs 216 crore. The project aims to channel excess water from the Yamuna basin in Haryana to the state's drought-prone Shekhawati region. tnn
NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Rajasthan Chief Minister Announces Recruitment For Over 26,000 Government Posts
In a major initiative to provide employment opportunities to the youth in a transparent and time-bound manner, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has announced recruitment for over 26,000 government posts across various departments. In a remarkable move, recruitment notifications for these posts were issued, offering a significant employment boost to thousands of aspirants across the state. As part of this drive, major recruitment have been announced in the education sector, including 3,225 posts of professors in various subjects and 6,500 posts of senior teachers in the Secondary Education Department. Additionally, 2,759 posts of Level-1 and Level-2 teachers have been announced in the Sanskrit Education Department, along with 5,000 Level-1 teacher posts in the Elementary Education Department. The Home Department will recruit 1,015 Sub-Inspectors, including 896 SI (AP), 4 SI (AP) Sahariya, 25 SI (AP) Scheduled Area, 26 SI (IB), and 64 Platoon Commander (SI) posts. Moreover, 84 posts of Platoon Commander have been advertised in the Home Defense Department. In the agriculture and animal husbandry sectors, advertisements have been issued for 1,100 posts of Agriculture Supervisor, 281 posts of Assistant Engineer (Agriculture), and 1,100 posts of Veterinary Officer. The Forest Department will recruit for 785 posts including Forester, Forest Guard, and Surveyor positions. Additionally, 2,163 posts have been notified in the Energy Department, and 1,050 miscellaneous posts in the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED). The Ayurveda Department will also recruit 1,535 contractual Ayush Officers. In an event held in Dadiya, Jaipur, during the 'Cooperation and Employment Festival', more than 8,000 youth received appointment letters in the presence of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. To date, the Rajasthan government has provided over 75,000 government jobs, and a recruitment calendar for more than 81,000 posts has already been released for the year 2025. In another key administrative decision, the number of members in the Rajasthan Public Service Commission has been increased from 7 to 10, to further streamline the recruitment process. This massive recruitment initiative reflects the state government's strong commitment to youth empowerment, transparent governance, and efficient public service delivery, said officials.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Edu dept to get lion share of 26k new jobs: CM
Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Friday announced the break-up of over 26,000 new govt jobs, with the largest share allocated to the education sector. The announcement came a day after Union home minister Amit Shah's public address at Dadiya village, Jaipur, where he spoke about employment generation and recruitment reforms. Sharma said, "The govt is committed to creating maximum employment opportunities for youth in a transparent and time-bound manner. We are ensuring that every deserving candidate gets a fair chance." Recruitment notifications for more than 26,000 posts were issued in a single day Thursday, covering a wide range of departments. The education department leads the drive with recruitment for 3,225 lecturer posts and 6,500 senior teacher positions in secondary education. The Sanskrit education department will recruit 2,759 teachers for Level-1 and Level-2, while the primary education department has advertised 5,000 Level-1 teacher posts. In the home department, recruitment was announced for 1,015 sub-inspector posts, including 896 sub-inspector (AP), four for the Sahariya community, 25 for Scheduled Areas, 26 Sub-Inspector (IB), and 64 Platoon Commander posts. The Home Guard Department has also issued notifications for 84 Platoon Commander positions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Other key departments have announced large-scale recruitments as well. The agriculture department will appoint 281 assistant engineers and 1,100 agriculture supervisors. The animal husbandry department will recruit 1,100 veterinary officers, while the forest department will fill 785 positions including forest guards, foresters, and surveyors. The energy department has advertised 2,163 vacancies, and the public health engineering department (PHED) has notified 1,050 posts. In addition, the Ayurveda department has issued recruitment notifications for 1,535 contractual AYUSH officer posts.
