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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Gadkari slams delays, pushes for speedy execution of civic projects
Nagpur: With major civic projects like Sokta Bhavan commercial complex drawing zero bids despite two rounds of tendering, Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday criticised officials over delays caused by poor coordination and waning private sector interest. Reviewing a slew of stalled infrastructure works, he called for urgent measures to rebuild investor trust and fast-track execution of projects stuck due to red tape, land disputes, and agency overlaps. During a review meeting, Gadkari instructed the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) to immediately begin work on the Rs56 crore Pardi commercial market, stressing that the civic body already owns the required land. However, the adjacent vegetable and mutton market project at the same site remains in limbo, as land transfer from the state govt is pending. Originally assigned to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) a decade ago, the agency withdrew after receiving Rs40 crore from the Centre. NMC will now take it up under a design, build and finance model. Municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari, MSIDC managing director Brijesh Dixit, senior officials from NHAI among others attended the meeting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Gadkari also gave fresh impetus to the long-pending Kachipura redevelopment, where 65.95 acre land belonging to Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV) is encroached upon by slums, garages, and eateries. Although the matter is pending before the high court, there is no stay on development. Gadkari proposed building a commercial complex on the land and directed the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC) to prepare a detailed plan. He approved MSIDC's involvement in developing the Kamal Talkies vegetable market, earlier part of NHAI's Indora-Dighori flyover package but now to be taken up independently. The minister also reviewed redevelopment plans for Cotton Market, Dik Dawakhana, and other projects under MSIDC's purview, urging officials to resolve technical hurdles and expedite tenders. Highlighting the lack of private participation, Gadkari cited the Sokta Bhavan project where not a single bidder came forward despite two tenders. Now, in a bid to salvage the situation, NMC slashed the base price of the Sokta Bhavan project by 11% (from Rs144 crore to Rs128 crore) and floated a fresh tender to revive developer interest. Gadkari emphasised that such cases reflect a larger crisis of confidence among builders, stemming from fears of delayed clearances and poor returns. To counter this, Gadkari proposed a dedicated workshop in the next 15–30 days where NMC and MSIDC will showcase all upcoming public-private partnership (PPP) and construction projects. He is expected to address the developers personally to assure them of transparency and govt backing. "These are not isolated projects — they involve overlapping roles of NMC, MSIDC, and NHAI. That's why such coordination meetings are essential," said an official present at the review, adding that unresolved land issues, funding gaps, and bureaucratic delays have stalled even previously sanctioned works. Gadkari urged officials to compile and present all project details in a transparent manner and hold departments accountable for delays. He stressed that unless coordination improves and confidence is restored among private players, urban infrastructure development in Nagpur will continue to face bottlenecks.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Building Pune: How a proposed 25-km flyover can ease traffic congestion on Pune-Solapur highway
The Maharashtra government has decided to address traffic congestion on the Pune-Solapur highway by constructing a 25-km flyover from Hadapsar to Yavat, according to officials. The project will be implemented by the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC). In a recent resolution, the government announced that the elevated route from Hadapsar to Yavat on National Highway 65, between Pune and Solapur, will be developed to address traffic issues. 'Traffic jams are witnessed on the existing highway. The route is important for Pune and Solapur district to transport agricultural products, industrial goods and for other commercial purposes,' said Pradnya Walke, a Deputy Secretary in the state government. The 25-km six-lane flyover will be constructed from Hadapsar to Yavat on the existing highway, which will also be expanded to six lanes underneath. Also, a 6.5-km stretch of the highway from Yavat to Solapur will be expanded to six lanes. 'The estimated project cost is Rs 5,262.36 crore, which will be implemented on a build-operate-transfer (BOT) basis. The state government will impose a toll on all vehicles once the project opens for public use,' said an MSIDC officer. The toll will only be collected through FastTag, GPS, or other advanced technology systems as specified by the MSIDC. He added that the state government will review the toll rates every three years. The state government will provide funds for existing highway expansion only, and the remaining work will be done through a public-private partnership. If the proposed flyover has to be diverted due to the proposed Pune Metro rail line, then the MSIDC will have to seek permission from the state government. The proposed flyover on the Pune-Solapur highway is similar to the proposed Wagholi-Shirur flyover on the Pune-Ahmednagar highway and the greenfield project between Pune and Aurangabad. The state government aims to improve the traffic situation on highways while also reducing the impact at entry points and within the city of Pune. Plans are in place to divert heavy vehicles through a proposed ring road that will connect all highways passing through the city. The construction of the flyover from Wagholi to Shirur is expected to begin soon, while the missing link on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway is nearing completion. This missing link, which bypasses Lonavala on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway, is expected to save passengers over half an hour in travel time and reduce fuel consumption for vehicles. Ajay Jadhav is an Assistant Editor with The Indian Express, Pune. He writes on Infrastructure, Politics, Civic issues, Sustainable Development and related stuff. He is a trekker and a sports enthusiast. Ajay has written research articles on the Conservancy staff that created a nationwide impact in framing policy to improve the condition of workers handling waste. Ajay has been consistently writing on politics and infrastructure. He brought to light the lack of basic infrastructure of school and hospital in the hometown of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde even as two private helipads were developed by the leader who mostly commutes from Mumbai to Satara in helicopter. Ajay has been reporting on sustainable development initiatives that protects the environment while ensuring infrastructure development. ... Read More
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
81 acres earmarked in Kamptee for New Central Jail, Mor Bhavan & Ganeshpeth stations upgrades on cards
Nagpur: A new central jail for Nagpur will be built on 81.6 acres near Babulkheda in Kamptee taluka, with guardian minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule directing officials to initiate the project in accordance with national jail manuals. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The prison design will draw from existing correctional facilities in Palghar, Taloda, and Delhi, and include staff quarters as part of an integrated complex."The project must follow all structural and functional norms laid out in jail manuals. We are not just building a prison, but a modern correctional facility," Bawankule said during a review meeting held with CM Devendra proposed prison was one of several major urban projects discussed during the meeting, which signalled a broader move towards coordinated planning in housing, transportation, and civic infrastructure. The (MSIDC) and (NIT) will collaborate to execute the hubs including Cotton Market, Dahi Bazaar, Flower Market, and Itwari Bazaar are set for redevelopment, with municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari confirming that the Cotton Market plan passed sub-division scrutiny and awaits final approvals. Bawankule instructed MSIDC and Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) to finalise tenders within three meeting also reviewed infrastructure upgrades for Mor Bhavan and Ganeshpeth bus stations. The CM suggested Mor Bhavan serve both city and private buses, and Ganeshpeth be developed to accommodate both city and ST buses. He further called for integrated redevelopment of major commercial areas, including Netaji Market and Santra major decision was the launch of a housing project for 7,000 contract workers in Kamptee under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). MSIDC was asked to begin construction without delay. "All projects linked to Nagpur's development must meet high-quality standards and be completed on time," Bawankule meeting also cleared the redevelopment of the govt printing press in Kamptee, which will be restructured to accommodate both the press and offices for the Department of Food and Civil Supplies.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM fast-tracks city revamp, Zero Mile to house Rs45 crore heritage hub
1 2 3 Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday directed the immediate launch of key civic and cultural infrastructure projects across Nagpur, including the transformation of the historic Zero Mile site into a major national heritage and tourist destination . A Rs45 crore plan to develop the site was given a go ahead, with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) funding most of the project and the state govt set to cover the remaining cost."Zero Mile should not remain just a geographical point, it must be an experience," Fadnavis said at a high-level review meeting in Mumbai. "Projects like the Zero Mile upgrade, Cotton Market redevelopment, Orange City Street, and the prison relocation must begin immediately. No proposal should be held up due to tenders or finances."The Zero Mile project will include an experience centre that narrates how Nagpur came to be recognised as the notional centre of undivided India. The plan involves the construction of a museum, visitor amenities, and parking using natural light design. The land belongs to the state govt, and maintenance will be overseen by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation meeting also reviewed the proposed performance gallery and auditorium at Orange City Street on Plot No. 14, designed by architect Hafeez Contractor. While the project awaits final clearance from the Airports Authority of India, 12 alternate sites have been shortlisted. The Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC) will implement the project, which includes an academy of performance arts with 6.2 lakh sq ft of permissible construction, including a 1.2 lakh sq ft ensure smooth redevelopment of key commercial zones, plans are being drawn up to relocate shopkeepers near the Ganeshpeth bus depot. Coordination between the Nagpur Improvement Trust and MSIDC is other updates, the revised Rs67 crore proposal for Dik Dawakhana was approved, meeting updated valuation and administrative norms. Redevelopment plans for Netaji Market and Dahi Bazaar are also progressing, although officials flagged the low commercial viability of Dahi Bazaar. A proposal to convert it into a parking facility with guaranteed rehabilitation for existing vendors was the meeting, Fadnavis emphasised speed, efficiency, and public engagement. "These projects represent Nagpur's identity. Delays caused by red tape are unacceptable," he officials from the MSIDC, NIT, and NMRDA were present, reinforcing the state's intent to streamline multi-agency coordination for city-wide development.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Heritage Panel Nod to New Admin Building 108 Metres Away from Old Treasury
Nagpur: The Nagpur Heritage Conservation Committee (HCC) on Tuesday approved the proposed construction of a new administrative building for Nagpur district collectorate , which will be 108 metres away from the existing heritage structure, the old treasury building . The committee expressed satisfaction over the planned distance and alignment, thereby clearing the project during its meeting at Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) headquarters on Tuesday. The meeting was chaired by committee president and divisional commissioner Vijayalaxmi Bidari. Several key officials were present, including NMC chief engineer Leena Upadhye, assistant director of town planning department Ruturaj Jadhav, superintendent engineer of Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC) Prakash Pangarkar, and deputy engineer Rajeev Gautam. MSIDC officials presented a proposal seeking exemption from the requirement of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for integrated redevelopment of various govt offices in Nagpur, including the divisional commissioner's office and the collectorate. The officials clarified that the new administrative building would maintain a safe buffer from the heritage treasury structure, which was well received by the committee. Additionally, discussions were held regarding the proposal concerning the Shri Jagruteshwar Devasthan in the Jaganath Budhwari area.
