Maharashtra's urban development department to evaluate five Pune town planning proposals

The urban development department of Maharashtra stands on the brink of deciding the fate of five proposed town planning schemes within the Pune Metropolitan Region. The proposals, which have been submitted for state government approval, are expected to be implemented upon endorsement, a senior official from the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) disclosed.

The proposed schemes will collectively span across 751.55 hectares and are planned to be established in Wadachiwadi, Autadewadi Handewadi, Manjari Kolwadi, and two locations in Holkarwadi. Initial funding for these ambitious projects will be derived from PMRDA's own resources, supplemented by funds from the central urban infrastructure. Officials have confirmed that each scheme will be allocated a sum of INR 50 crore from the PMRDA.

As stipulated by the Maharashtra Regional Town Planning Act, the schemes must be approved within two months of submission. Deputy collector Ramdas Jagtap expressed optimism regarding the timely clearance of these projects, which would allow for the swift initiation of infrastructure work.

"These town planning schemes have been designed as revenue models for the proposed 128-km PMRDA inner ring road," Jagtap explained. The vision for the future sees a total of 26 town planning schemes gracing the first 32-km stretch of the proposed ring road.

Following the blueprint of the successful Maan-Mhalunge town planning scheme, these new projects will ensure that 50% of the developed land is returned to its original owner. This process will require the appointment of an arbitrator to facilitate discussions with landholders regarding plot allotments, post which the finalized drafts will be forwarded to the government for execution.

"A town planning scheme enables landowners to regain 50% of the developed plots. This creates a win-win situation for landowners who will be more amenable to parting with their land," said a senior PMRDA official, emphasizing the beneficial aspects of the scheme.

Another town planner echoed these sentiments, highlighting the fact that landowners would not need to relocate and would thus become an active part of the development process. "It is designed to benefit all, enabling planning authorities to carry out infrastructural work while ensuring landowners remain stakeholders in the development," the planner elaborated.

In conclusion Maharashtra's urban development department is at a pivotal juncture, with the decision to approve or reject five proposed town planning schemes in the Pune Metropolitan Region hanging in the balance. If approved, these schemes will not only foster infrastructural development but also ensure the creation of a cooperative and beneficial environment for landowners. As the region gears up for a potential surge in growth and development, all eyes remain on the upcoming decision from the urban development department.

This story was first published in ET Realty

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