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Time of India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Built for 22 cr, Morabadi stage to be razed over design flaws
Ranchi: The Morabadi Ground stage , built in 2019 as part of a Rs 22 crore urban development project by the Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company ( JUIDCO ), is set to be dismantled following critical design flaws flagged during a recent inspection on Feb 27 by the district administration. Although the entire development aimed to modernise the space for public and ceremonial events, the stage, which was the only completed component, proved inadequate for large gatherings and state functions. The decision has triggered a political controversy, with the opposition accusing the govt of destroying state assets created during BJP tenures. Though the JUIDCO project was envisioned as a multi-use plaza for large-scale public functions, only the stage was completed. The structure, measuring 75 ft by 40 ft and featuring a tensile canopy, 11 LED screens, and Gobo lights, has proven inadequate for key events like R-Day and Independence Day. The inspection found that the canopy and its pillars obstruct visibility and the 9 ft elevation fails to ensure clear line of sight for attendees. Further, the static design prevents expansion, often forcing the administration to install temporary stages up to 72 ft ahead of the current platform, compromising space and event layout. "Based on inspection findings, it was decided that the current stage and canopy would be dismantled. Temporary, functional structures suited to individual events will replace it. Large public programmes typically require stage lengths of 80 to 180 ft, which this setup does not support," said Ranchi DC Manjunath Bhajantri. BJP's state spokesperson Pratul Shahdeo lashed out at the Hemant Soren-led govt, saying, "Why demolish a multi-purpose stage that served Republic Day, Independence Day, and several historic rallies, including two of Hemant Soren's own oath-taking ceremonies? Was this decision driven by any public demand or simply an attempt to erase BJP-era contributions?" He accused the govt of wasteful spending, especially when departments claim a lack of funds for essential schemes. Shahdeo added, "This stage was also a platform for local artists. Now the govt, instead of preserving such infrastructure, is arbitrarily tearing it down." According to the officials, future makeshift stage structures will prioritise visibility, modularity, and audience capacity to meet modern event demands.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ranchi, Jamshedpur to get state-of-art bus terminals
Ranchi: Urban development and housing department secretary Sunil Kumar chaired a review meeting on Tuesday to assess the progress of major infrastructure projects in Ranchi and Jamshedpur. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Two state-of-art inter-state bus terminuses (ISBT), to be developed by the Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company (JUIDCO) , are proposed at an estimated cost of Rs 180.45 crore in Ranchi and Rs 150 crore in Jamshedpur. At the meeting, Kumar reviewed the designs submitted by the consultancy firm and instructed officials to explore construction under public-private partnership (PPP), hybrid annuity model (HAM), and engineering procurement and construction (EPC) modes. "The goal is to ensure ease of transport for citizens with modern and well-equipped terminals. Whichever model best ensures quality and timely delivery will be considered," Kumar said. In Ranchi, the ISBT will span 33.51 acres and include 14 alighting bays, 21 intercity, 18 interstate, and 15 intracity bus bays, along with parking for over 1,300 vehicles. Jamshedpur's ISBT will be developed over 10.7 acres with similar modern facilities, including food courts, waiting lounges, and workshops. Kumar said 60% of land at both terminals should remain open, with planned landscaping and tree plantations. "The terminals must include high-quality waiting areas and all essential passenger amenities," he added. For the Ranchi water supply project , Kumar emphasised speedy completion of the ongoing 213 million litres per day (MLD) water treatment plant (WTP) at Rukka and the laying of clear rising main pipelines. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Under the multi-phase plan, Ranchi will be supplied water through 129 km of new pipelines. Phase 1 involves 21.08 km, phase 2A includes 63.93 km, and phase 2B covers 44.12 km. So far, 75 km is complete. The WTP at Rukka will cater to the growing demand of the city and ensure round-the-clock water supply.
