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Hindustan Times
07-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
PMRDA plans new roads to ease Hinjewadi traffic
To address persistent traffic congestion and civic issues in the Hinjewadi IT hub and surrounding areas, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is pushing forward with plans to develop a new road network. On Thursday, PMRDA Metropolitan commissioner Yogesh Mhase met with farmers at the Aundh office to discuss land acquisition for the proposed infrastructure projects. On Thursday, PMRDA Metropolitan commissioner Yogesh Mhase met with farmers at the Aundh office to discuss land acquisition for the proposed infrastructure projects. (HT PHOTO) Villagers from Hinjewadi and Maan have raised strong objections to PMRDA's plan for a 32-metre-wide road through the village (Gaothan) area. In a recent Gram Sabha meeting, they passed a resolution demanding that the width be restricted to 24 metres. The villagers have warned that they will approach the courts if their concerns are not addressed. In response, PMRDA organised Thursday's meeting to engage directly with local stakeholders. Mhase assured the farmers that the land acquisition process would be conducted with full transparency and in coordination with the affected parties. 'No farmer will incur losses. The acquisition will be carried out while protecting the rights of landowners and ensuring they receive proper compensation,' he said. He further noted that farmers who voluntarily consent to land acquisition will be eligible for 25% additional compensation from the government. The proposed road network is designed to alleviate traffic congestion in Hinjewadi and improve overall urban mobility in the region. During the meeting, Mhase outlined various land acquisition models, including direct purchase, consent purchase, Transfer of Development Rights (TDR), and incentive Floor Space Index (FSI). He also addressed farmers' queries and concerns regarding compensation and legal procedures. Ganesh Jambhulkar, Sarpanch of Hinjewadi, said, 'We met with the PMRDA commissioner and discussed the road-widening issue. They understood our concerns and demands. On Friday, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar is expected to meet with PMRDA officials and villagers. We hope he will help find a solution.' TDR benefits for affected farmers In a written appeal, the PMRDA commissioner informed farmers that those affected by the land acquisition process in Hinjewadi, Maan, and Marunji will be eligible for TDR benefits. Key road alignments covered under the plan include Pandav Nagar to Maan Gaothan to Phase 3 (T Junction), Laxmi Chowk to Padmabhushan Chowk to Wipro Circle, Mezzanine to Laxmi Chowk and Laxmi Chowk to Marunji. Shindevasti to Jagtap Chowk (Kasarsai Road), Madhuban Hotel (PMC limits) to Shivaji Chowk
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bengaluru civic body to turn heat on illegal shops, focus on monsoon prep
Bengaluru: To address civic and infrastructure issues in Mahadevapura zone, BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao held a zonal meeting Monday. The session resulted in key directives targeting unauthorised commercial activities, lake conservation, and monsoon preparedness. A main focus was the crackdown on basement shops operating illegally in spaces meant for parking. Rao instructed officials to issue notices and initiate legal action against violators. "Basements are for parking, not commercial activity," he said, warning of a zero-tolerance approach. With the monsoon under way, BBMP prioritised flood prevention, especially in vulnerable areas like Sai Layout. Rao directed teams to clear silt and debris from water channels, roadside drains, and gratings to ensure smooth rainwater flow. He also flagged the incomplete stormwater drain work near Sarjapur Main Road and Columbia Asia, urging swift completion to reduce flood risks. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru The condition of the zone's 52 lakes was another major concern. Officials have been asked to draft comprehensive plans to remove encroachments, improve water flow, and strengthen buffer zones. Rao ordered the formation of a committee under the joint commissioner to monitor lake management, with a designated officer sharing project updates. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Book Now And Save up to ₹23.71L on Luxury Homes in Whitefield Sumadhura Group Learn More Undo On infrastructure, Rao instructed officials to resolve Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) issues at Hoodi Junction and Panathur S-Cross to fasttrack road widening and underpass work. Zonal commissioner Ramesh highlighted that Mahadevapura has 85,000 streetlights, with plans to install 10,000 more. A survey is under way to identify faulty lights, and proposals for new poles will be submitted soon.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
TDR for developing reserved land amenities in Nashik city
Nashik: The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) is planning to allow landowners to develop amenities on reserved land in exchange for Transfer of Development Rights (TDR). This initiative aims to streamline the development of public facilities while compensating the property owners. Under this new proposal, landowners who develop amenities on their reserved plots will be granted TDR, provided they secure permission from the planning authority. This provision is in line with the Unified Development Control Promotions and Regulations (DCPR), a statewide policy approved by the Maharashtra government in Dec 2020. To oversee this process, the civic body's general body recently approved the formation of a construction amenity TDR committee. This committee will be chaired by the NMC commissioner and will include key officials civic and other relevant department officials involved in land reservations. Furthermore, the NMC administration plans to utilize these Unified DCRP provisions to develop amenities on reserved land already acquired by the municipal corporation. An NMC official, while talking to TOI, said there are 425 land reservations for various amenities in the Development Plan of the civic body approved in 2017. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Boost Your Online Presence Today [Join Now] Undo "The NMC spends a lot of money on acquiring the land reserved in the DPR. After acquisition of the land, the NMC develops the amenities as proposed in the DPR through the provision in the budget of the civic body, Accommodation Reservation, govt grant, or construction amenities TDR. But most of the time, it becomes difficult to develop the amenity plots through the civic budget," the official said. "Hence, the NMC has decided to develop the amenities plots as reserved in the Development Plan of the civic body through construction amenities TDR. This will help the NMC develop amenities on the reserved land concerned, free of cost," the official added.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Probe ordered into alleged TDR scam on reserved land in Deolali
Nashik: On Thursday, Ram Shinde, the chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council, directed the civic and district administration to investigate an alleged Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) scam related to the acquisition of land reserved for public amenities in the Deolali area of Nashik city. He instructed them to submit a report within 15 days. The directive emerged during a meeting with the relevant officials following a complaint that the Nashik Municipal Corporation issued TDR certificates to a landowner at rates exceeding the govt market value in exchange for land in Survey No. 295 at Deolali within the NMC limits, designated for a garden, school, and the 18m DP Road. The meeting took place at Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai on Thursday. Ram Shinde, the state legislative council chairman, said the complaint indicates NMC issued TDR certificates to the landowner concerned at a rate of Rs 25,100 per sqmt, while govt market value of the reserved land at Deolali was Rs 6,500 per sqmt. At first glance, this appears to have resulted in losses to state govt. Shinde asked the NMC commissioner, inspector-general of Registration and Controller of Stamps, and district collector to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged TDR scam and submit the report within 15 days. Shinde also instructed that if the inquiry establishes the facts, criminal cases should be filed immediately against those found guilty during the probe. The officials attended the meeting via video conference.
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Bangalore palace acquisition: K'taka govt moves to CJI bench over direction to release TDR to Mysuru royal family
The Karnataka government has filed an application before the bench headed by the Chief Justice of India, challenging the grant of the Transferable Development Rights (TDR) certificates to the members of the Mysuru royal family in connection with the acquisition of 15 acres of Bangalore Palace Grounds. The bench headed by Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice Aravind Kumar had given the order in this regard on May 22. The bench has directed the issuance of TDRs worth Rs 3,000 crores for 15 acres of Palace Grounds property acquired for the road-widening project in Bengaluru. Senior counsel Kapil Sibal, representing the Karnataka government, pleaded with the bench to list the matter urgently. The Chief Justice of India, B.R. Gavai, agreed to take up the matter on Tuesday. Kapil Sibal argued that Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) can only be granted based on a legal amendment that was passed in 2004. Therefore, it should not be applied to cases or events that happened before 2004. He further stated, "This issue is related to a law passed by the Karnataka legislature in 1996 concerning the acquisition of Palace Grounds in Bengaluru. As part of that acquisition, the compensation amount was fixed at Rs 11 crore. This was challenged before the High Court, and it upheld the Act. Afterwards, the matter came before the Supreme Court in 1997, and it's been pending for 28 years.' The other side is demanding compensation. The government maintained that the TDR rights couldn't be given as the TDR came into place in 2004. The land acquisition of the Palace Grounds was made in 1996. The counsel representing the royal family submitted that the TDRs were already handed over last Friday. The Chief Justice of India questioned whether it is appropriate or legally valid for one bench of judges to review or overturn a decision made by another bench of the same court. Senior counsel Kapil Sibal clarified that he is not asking for a review of the decision and questioned whether a provision of law can apply retrospectively. The Karnataka Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has decided to utilise and control the land attached to the Bengaluru Palace Grounds located in the heart of Bengaluru city on January 30. Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs H.K. Patil said that the Supreme Court order on December 10, 2024, asking the government to compensate for 15 acres of land of the Bengaluru Palace Grounds through Transferable Development Rights (TDR) has rendered the road expansion plan unviable. The payment of huge amounts as compensation is against the interest of the public and public policy. Earlier, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had clarified that the government's decision to promulgate an ordinance to take over the prime property of Bengaluru Palace Grounds, owned by the Mysuru royal family, is not driven by enmity. Responding to the issue, Mysuru's Maharani Pramoda Devi Wadiyar had stated that if any injustice is done to them regarding the Bengaluru Palace matter, they will pursue a legal battle.
