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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Contractor for 1st phase of city Metro terminated
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Metro rail project has encountered a setback with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited (DMRCL), its consultant, terminating the contractor for construction of the first phase. Gurgaon-based Ceigall India Limited was awarded the contract through a tender last year. In a stock exchange disclosure on Saturday, the engineering company, which received the letter of acceptance for part design and construction of the viaduct and six elevated stations in the first phase, said the termination letter was issued on Friday. The first phase of the project, covering six stations — Nandan Vihar, Raghunathpur, Nandankanan, Barang, Phulapokhari and Trisulia — was to be executed at a total cost of Rs 898.99 crore. "Employer has scrapped the project. We are approaching for damages/claims/compensation as per the remedies available under contract agreement and other legal recourse," the disclosure read. Earlier, Union minister of state for housing and urban affairs Tokhan Sahu had informed the Lok Sabha that the Centre had not received any proposal for Metro from the Odisha govt. Housing and urban development minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra said the tender has been terminated but the project will continue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo "We will seek the Centre's aid in the execution of the Metro rail project in Bhubaneswar," he said. Mahapatra further said that an inter-ministerial committee has been formed for the project and its first meeting has already been held. "We will discuss the revised plan and proceed with the project accordingly," he added. Social media was abuzz over the development with many criticising the way the project is being handled, while another section expressed hope that the govt will come up with a revised plan. "Yes, Metro rail is necessary for Bhubaneswar due to its rapid urban growth, rising traffic congestion and increasing population. The current transport system is not sufficient to handle future demand. A Metro system will provide a fast, reliable option," posted Satyaban Rout on X. Opposition BJD and Congress criticised the BJP govt after Saturday's development. Leader of opposition Naveen Patnaik wrote on X: "Shocked to know that Bhubaneswar Metro rail contracts have been cancelled by BJP-led Odisha govt. It has always been our dream to develop Bhubaneswar into a world-class city. We have been focusing on world class sports infrastructure, organising marquee international events, providing seamless modern transport and developing IT ecosystem to transform the temple city into a world class city. Bhubaneswar Metro rail project would have reshaped the way city moves..." Former state Congress president Niranjan Patnaik termed the development "disappointing".
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
No proposal for Bhubaneswar Metro to Centre: MoS
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Metro rail project is notably absent from the list of metro rail proposals either received or sanctioned by the Centre, according to a reply by Union minister of state for housing and urban affairs, Tokhan Sahu, in the Lok Sabha on Friday. Over the past five years, the Centre received 17 proposals, including those submitted this year, but Bhubaneswar's project is not among them. In response to a query from Bharat Mathukumilli, Sahu informed the Lok Sabha that 24 metro projects are currently at various stages of implementation, in addition to the 17 approved by the Centre. Odisha's housing and urban development minister, Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, explained that the previous BJD govt did not submit a proposal for Bhubaneswar Metro because it intended to undertake the project independently, without central assistance. However, the current BJP govt plans to seek the central aid and will submit a proposal in due course. Mahapatra emphasised that the govt is earnestly planning a viable Metro project for the state capital, clarifying that the absence of a proposal submission to the Centre does not indicate lack of seriousness. "We have reimagined the Metro train project differently from the past govt's plan, which was not feasible. We aim to execute it as a joint venture with the Centre's help," Mahapatra said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like IQ Worldwide - Test your Intelligence, know your IQ Score Try Now Undo The previous govt had announced a fully state-funded project worth more than Rs 5,000 crore, intended to connect Biju Patnaik International Airport with Trisulia Square. However, Mahapatra questioned the viability of such a route. "Why would people travel from the airport to Trisulia Square?" he asked. An inter-ministerial committee meeting on the new plan has already taken place, with a second review scheduled. "Once the committee meets and finalises, the next steps will be determined. It cannot proceed without the Centre's assistance," Mahapatra added.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Green drive: Karnataka to roll out 750 e-buses across 10 tier-2 cities
In a major shift towards e-mobility, 10 tier II cities of the state will soon get e-buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme These buses are given on a rental basis to the state-run transport corporations. Replying to an unstarred question from Rajya Sabha member Veerendra Heggade in the ongoing Parliament session, Union minister of state for housing and urban affairs, Tokhan Sahu, informed that five cities-Mysuru, Hubballi and Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Belagavi, and Mangaluru-will get 100 buses each. Five medium-sized cities, i.e., Shivamogga, Vijayapura, Ballari, Davanagere, and Tumakuru, will get 50 buses each. In his reply, the minister made it clear that as per the scheme guidelines, Udupi and Bengaluru cities are not eligible for the benefit. State transport minister Ramalinga Reddy said that under the scheme, buses are not sanctioned to the state. "Instead, these buses are given to private firms, and we take them on a rental basis," he said. Experts hope 750 buses to secondary cities will likely improve public transport infrastructure. "It is a good move to fight climate change," said Bhamy V Shenoy, an energy expert and civic activist from the city. "Hundred buses for a city like Mysuru is not enough. But it is a good beginning. E-buses are expected to attract young commuters who are now dependent upon private vehicles. KSRTC must utilise these buses to cater to unserved areas," he said.
Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
5,100 houses demolished by DDA in three years, 3,000 households rehabilitated: Minister tells Rajya Sabha
A total of 5,185 houses were demolished in the Capital in the action taken by Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in the last three years, Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu told Rajya Sabha on Monday. Of these, 3,043 households — and effectively 17,015 people — have been provided with alternative rehabilitation in the form of flats in Ashok Vihar, Kalkaji and Narela. According to Sahu, who provided the details in response to a question, the DDA has spent Rs 766 crore (excluding land cost) in building housing for the rehabilitation of slum dwellers. Considering an average household size of five, an estimated 25,000 people have been displaced due to such demolitions. A total of 1,896 households from the Bhoomiheen Camp in Kalkaji were allotted flats in the In-situ Rehabilitation (ISR) project at Kalkaji Extension. From slum clusters in Jailorwala Bagh in Ashok Vihar, Golden Park, Rampura, and Mata Jai Kaur, 1,404 households have been rehabilitated to the Swabhiman Apartments in Ashok Vihar. From a JJ cluster at Kalibari near RML Hospital, 103 families have been rehabilitated in Narela. The rehabilitation of slums in the city is governed by the Delhi Slum & Jhuggi Jhopri Rehabilitation and Relocation Policy, 2015, which was approved by the Cabinet in 2016. It prioritises in-situ rehabilitation to ensure alternative accommodation to a slum dweller on the same land or within a 5 km radius. To be eligible for rehabilitation, however, the slum must have at least 50 households, must have existed before 2006, and the slum dweller must prove residence in the slum before 2015. 'The transition from jhuggi living to life in a modern flat, cohesive group living, sense of community ownership of common resources like common area, lift, etc. and adapting to the changes' were the main challenges faced by slum dwellers in the rehabilitation process, according to the reply. There are 675 slum clusters in Delhi, according to the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB). Of these, 376 occupy Central government land and come under the DDA's jurisdiction. DUSIB is responsible for rehabilitating the remaining 299 JJ clusters located on Delhi government land. Political parties estimate that roughly 50 lakh people, or close to a quarter of the total population, live in slums in the national capital. Devansh Mittal is a trainee correspondent with The Indian Express. He studied political science at Ashoka University. He can be reached at ... Read More
Business Standard
06-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Navin's Starwood Towers 3.0 Bags Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Award
NewsVoir Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 6: Navin's, South India's one of the most trusted real estate developer, has won the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) award third time in a row, as a recognition for its exceptional contribution to housing sector, this time for Navin's Starwood Towers 3.0. The award was bestowed on Navin's by Shri Tokhan Sahu, Hon'ble Minister of State for the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India at a felicitation function in New Delhi and was received by Mr. N. Kalyanaraman COO. Navin's is the only real estate developer in Tamil Nadu to have received this award. On the coveted award, Mr. N. Kalyanaraman, Chief Operating Officer of Navin's, said, "We are incredibly proud that the well-established phase of our flagship project Navin's Starwood Towers 3.0 has been chosen for the PMAY award which demonstrates our leadership in building homes that truly make a difference. This award comes after rigorous scrutiny of top residential projects from different states in India and that makes PMAY award extremely special reiterating that we are on top of the game. Being a customer-first brand, we understand the struggles of every aspiring homebuyer who invest their lifetime savings to buy a dream home. All our projects have the best of facilities and luxury, and we offer them at affordable prices too. With Navin's Starwood Towers 3.0, Navin's continues to set new benchmarks in customer-centric, future-ready living." Organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), the PMAY awards evaluates projects across a wide range of parameters including structural quality, safety, functional efficiency, architectural design, timely delivery and innovation in execution. Navin's Starwood Towers is the landmark development of the flagship project located in Medavakkam, Chennai. The project exemplifies Navin's hallmark values of quality, trust and timely delivery, combining modern architecture with thoughtful planning and sustainable design. With over 20 prestigious awards in its kitty, Navin's Starwood Towers 3.0 stands as one of Tamil Nadu's most recognised residential projects. This latest recognition strengthens Navin's legacy as a trusted name in South Indian real estate sector and underscores its continued leadership in the affordable housing space. Navin's, under the visionary leadership of Dr. R. Kumar, its founder and Chairman, has flourished over the past 35 years, becoming the most trusted and respected real estate brand in Chennai, with over 125+ projects transforming the city's skyline, it believes that building homes is an art--an exercise of intellect, careful precision, and passion. The motto of the organization has been to achieve a symbiosis of architectural brilliance, aesthetic appeal and excellent quality combined with ethical business practices. The Brand was the first in Chennai to receive the ISO 9001-2008 Certification, and now upgraded to ISO 2015 and bring to the table, Perfect titles, strict adherence to rules and regulations, excellence in design, quality constructions, care for customer needs and above all ethical business practices. Navin's has won over 60 awards including Several awards from Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC) ; Best Professionally Managed Company award by CIDC , Several awards from Builders Association of India; PMAY award for Best affordable housing for the years 2019 & 2022, National Green Champion from the IGBC, and Most reputed developer of the year 2019 from ET Now to name a few.
