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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Pune: Housing for displaced families remains on paper as action against illegal structures begins
PUNE : The urban development department on Feb 25 issued a govt resolution directing municipal corporations, Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority and municipal councils to take strict action against unauthorised constructions while simultaneously providing shelter to displaced families under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana . However, nearly three months later, the implementation remains sluggish. PMRDA , with jurisdiction over 6,000 square km consisting of around 3,500 identified illegal structures, has yet to operationalise the mechanism. "Demolition of unoccupied structures has begun. For occupied ones, we are reviewing the circular and understanding the process for alternavie housing," a senior official said, adding that they had no prior knowledge of the order. Affected residents are growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of clarity. Sunita J, whose family resides in one such construction in the outskirts and has received a demolition notice, said, "Once they demolish these structures, there is no question of them giving us houses elsewhere. No citizen knowingly invests in such properties — developers deceive us. Why would we want to be on the streets? My children attend school here; we have jobs nearby. How long can we stay with relatives?" Another resident argued against demolitions in monsoon. "It is unjust to raze during rain when we have nowhere to go. Nobody wastes their life savings willingly. Such developers should be penalised, not the residents living in those structures." As per the the order, eligible families should be registered under PMAY. In case of delays in providing PMAY houses, rental housing shall be arranged in permanent transitional camps for a fixed period. For economically weaker sections or low-income groups, rental charges will be at prevailing market rates. If available rental flats are insufficient compared to affected families, allocation will be done through lottery. Govt has clarified that after staying in rental housing for a specific period, displaced residents may get an opportunity to claim ownership of allotted homes. However, this directive does not offer relief for individuals who would lose livelihoods on account of demolitions. While the state guidelines instruct authorities to file complaints against landowners, architects, construction professionals and contractors involved in illegal activities, govt has assured residents they will not be left homeless. "Govt has given clear instructions, but ground-level implementation takes time. We need to identify the eligible families, verify documents and process applications," a senior PMRDA official said. The gap between policy and implementation has left hundreds of families uncertain about their future.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Housing for displaced families remains on paper as action against illegal structures begins
Pune: The urban development department on Feb 25 issued a govt resolution directing municipal corporations, Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority and municipal councils to take strict action against unauthorised constructions while simultaneously providing shelter to displaced families under . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, nearly three months later, the implementation remains sluggish. PMRDA, with jurisdiction over 6,000 square km consisting of around 3,500 identified illegal structures, has yet to operationalise the mechanism. "Demolition of unoccupied structures has begun. For occupied ones, we are reviewing the circular and understanding the process for alternavie housing," a senior official said, adding that they had no prior knowledge of the order. Affected residents are growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of clarity. Sunita J, whose family resides in one such construction in the outskirts and has received a demolition notice, said, "Once they demolish these structures, there is no question of them giving us houses elsewhere. No citizen knowingly invests in such properties — developers deceive us. Why would we want to be on the streets? My children attend school here; we have jobs nearby. How long can we stay with relatives?" Another resident argued against demolitions in monsoon. "It is unjust to raze during rain when we have nowhere to go. Nobody wastes their life savings willingly. Such developers should be penalised, not the residents living in those structures." As per the the order, eligible families should be registered under PMAY. In case of delays in providing PMAY houses, rental housing shall be arranged in permanent transitional camps for a fixed period. For economically weaker sections or low-income groups, rental charges will be at prevailing market rates. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now If available rental flats are insufficient compared to affected families, allocation will be done through lottery. Govt has clarified that after staying in rental housing for a specific period, displaced residents may get an opportunity to claim ownership of allotted homes. However, this directive does not offer relief for individuals who would lose livelihoods on account of demolitions. While the state guidelines instruct authorities to file complaints against landowners, architects, construction professionals and contractors involved in illegal activities, govt has assured residents they will not be left homeless. "Govt has given clear instructions, but ground-level implementation takes time. We need to identify the eligible families, verify documents and process applications," a senior PMRDA official said. The gap between policy and implementation has left hundreds of families uncertain about their future.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
PMRDA begins land acquisition for 150 new roads, reserved plots to enhance infrastructure
In a step to strengthen infrastructure and ease traffic congestion across the Pune Metropolitan Region (PMR), the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has initiated the process from May 28 to acquire land for 150 proposed roads and around 85 hectares of reserved plots. Yogesh Mhase, PMRDA commissioner said, 'With the rapid expansion of urban areas and increasing demand for better transport networks, it is essential to secure land for future infrastructure proactively. This step will help us reduce project delays and support sustainable growth across the Pune metropolitan region.' The initiative covers several key talukas, including Maval, Haveli, Mulshi, and Shirur, and aims to facilitate planned urban growth across PMR's 6246.26 sq km jurisdiction. The authority has floated a tender to appoint a consultant who will handle the end-to-end land acquisition process, including both road corridors and various urban infrastructure reservations. According to the Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by PMRDA, the selected consultant will be responsible for completing all land acquisition formalities up to possession, using methods such as compulsory acquisition, direct purchase, and statutory processes under the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. The scope of work for the consultant includes conducting revenue and cadastral surveys, preparing acquisition proposals, estimating compensation for affected assets such as structures, trees, and wells, and assisting PMRDA during joint measurement surveys. The consultant will also liaise with revenue officials and local authorities to ensure a smooth acquisition process. The total consultancy period is set for 30 months, with work expected to commence within 15 days of the final appointment. Interested firms must submit their bids online by June 6, 2025.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Rs 5.5 crore allocated for nullah cleanup in PMRDA region, tender to be finalized in 15 days
Pune: PMRDA has allocated Rs 5.5 crore for removing encroachments on nullahs and addressing flood-prone spots across its 6,000 sqkm area, senior officials told TOI. While pre-monsoon cleaning typically begins before the rains, delay in the tendering process affected the cleanup work. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "The funds were allocated, and the work will proceed even during the monsoon," said an official. Usually, civic bodies and local authorities undertake such cleaning between Jan and Feb. However, this year's delayed tendering narrowed the window for effective implementation. The cleanup will also focus on 23 merged villages within Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) region, with joint efforts to identify and clear encroachments and flood-prone areas, which the officials said would be carried out with the help of PMC PMRDA officials clarified that the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) was responsible for addressing nullah encroachments and waterlogging in these merged villages, as they now fall under PMC's jurisdiction. "We lack the machinery to take direct action," said a PMRDA representative. Last year, PMC and PMRDA officials jointly surveyed newly added villages, identifying 189 encroachments and 125 waterlogging hotspots. A draft plan proposed creating a 7.5 to 9-metre-wide green belt with drainage gardens along affected drains. In a recent meeting, officials agreed on removing encroachments and taking immediate flood mitigation measures. However, with the monsoon already underway, work will be executed following further discussions. "Work will be undertaken soon for these areas too with the help of PMC," stated PMRDA officials. PMC shared the list of encroachments and flood spots with PMRDA for action. Officials maintained that PMRDA issues building permits without checking nullah encroachments, leading to severe waterlogging. This negligence is a major cause of flooding. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Residents' associations also voiced concerns, highlighting the overlapping roles of PMRDA and PMC. While PMRDA grants construction permissions in the merged villages, PMC collects property tax. Since the state scrapped the development plan (DP) prepared by PMRDA, these 23 villages now fall fully under PMC's jurisdiction. A resident of flood-prone Wagholi said, "The cleanup should have been completed before the monsoon, not during it."
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PMRDA cracks down on illegal hoardings along palkhi route
1 2 3 Pune: The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has initiated action against unauthorised hoarding structures along the Palkhi route in preparation for the upcoming Ashadhi wari. The administration demolished 21 such illegal structures in the past week alone, with plans to remove the remaining illegal hoardings within the next 10 days, a senior PMRDA official said. A PMRDA team on Tuesday took action against unauthorised hoardings along the Pune-Solapur highway near Loni Kalbhor. The initiative aims to ensure the safety of warkaris (devotees) during the annual procession of the palkhis of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj on their journey to Pandharpur. The palkhi of Sant Tukaram Maharaj is scheduled to depart from the Dehu temple on June 18, while Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj's palkhi will leave Alandi on June 19. Both processions will arrive in Pune city on June 20 and further depart towards Lord Vitthal-Rukmini temple in Pandharpur on June 22. A senior PMRDA official said they have also asked National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to take action against illegal structures within its jurisdiction. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo "Most of the unauthorised hoardings are along Sant Tukaram Maharaj's palkhi route. We have prepared a plan to remove all of them," the official added. Dipti Suryavanshi Patil, deputy district Collector at PMRDA, said the drive against unauthorised hoardings across PMRDA limits began on April 22. So far, 46 hoardings have been demolished, including 21 on the palkhi route. "Before starting the drive, we held a meeting with the hoarding association and urged them to seek official permissions to avoid action," she said. Last week, PMRDA commissioner Yogesh Mhase convened a review meeting with officials concerned to intensify action against unauthorised hoardings. According to officials, a total of 967 illegal structures were identified during the survey, of which 90 have already been removed. The remaining are slated for demolition, especially those that pose a risk to public safety and obstruct traffic. "Hoarding owners must obtain proper permission from PMRDA to avoid punitive action. These unauthorised structures pose a serious threat to public safety, especially during heavy rain and strong winds, which is why we launched this drive," said Sanjay Kadam, joint commissioner of PMRDA.
