DDA to Survey 173 Slum Clusters for Rehabilitation Plans
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DDA to Survey 173 Slum Clusters for Rehabilitation Plans

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced plans to survey 173 slum clusters that have yet to be surveyed, aiming to improve infrastructure, civic services, and plan future rehabilitation efforts. This move is part of a larger initiative to create a comprehensive database for effective urban planning and resettlement programs in line with the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).

The DDA has initiated the process of empaneling specialist organizations to carry out the surveys. This database will not only help determine eligibility for resettlement programs but also enable a more accurate understanding of the population, household counts, and the residents' status.

Of the 675 slum clusters in Delhi that existed before 2006, 378 are situated on land owned by the DDA and central government agencies. The remaining clusters fall under the jurisdiction of the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB). The surveys will cover areas such as Lal Bagh Park, Sethi Camp, Indira Vikas Colony, and others across the city.

The primary objective of the survey is to gather data on household sizes, qualification for resettlement, and financial capacity to pay for housing. It will also assess residents' access to housing finance, critical for those eligible for economically weaker section (EWS) flats.

The DDA clarified that the survey won't automatically lead to in-situ rehabilitation schemes. As per Delhi's Master Plan, a minimum area of 2,000 sqm is required for redevelopment, but the DDA can still improve infrastructure and civic services even where redevelopment is not feasible.

The survey will be conducted with awareness campaigns, capturing data electronically and verifying information with residents. Additionally, any new slums will be identified and included in the survey according to PMAY guidelines.

The DDA has already completed in-situ rehabilitation projects in Jailorwala Bagh and Kalkaji, providing over 4,400 EWS flats to slum dwellers. Another project at Kathputli Colony is expected to finish by December.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has announced plans to survey 173 slum clusters that have yet to be surveyed, aiming to improve infrastructure, civic services, and plan future rehabilitation efforts. This move is part of a larger initiative to create a comprehensive database for effective urban planning and resettlement programs in line with the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban). The DDA has initiated the process of empaneling specialist organizations to carry out the surveys. This database will not only help determine eligibility for resettlement programs but also enable a more accurate understanding of the population, household counts, and the residents' status. Of the 675 slum clusters in Delhi that existed before 2006, 378 are situated on land owned by the DDA and central government agencies. The remaining clusters fall under the jurisdiction of the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB). The surveys will cover areas such as Lal Bagh Park, Sethi Camp, Indira Vikas Colony, and others across the city. The primary objective of the survey is to gather data on household sizes, qualification for resettlement, and financial capacity to pay for housing. It will also assess residents' access to housing finance, critical for those eligible for economically weaker section (EWS) flats. The DDA clarified that the survey won't automatically lead to in-situ rehabilitation schemes. As per Delhi's Master Plan, a minimum area of 2,000 sqm is required for redevelopment, but the DDA can still improve infrastructure and civic services even where redevelopment is not feasible. The survey will be conducted with awareness campaigns, capturing data electronically and verifying information with residents. Additionally, any new slums will be identified and included in the survey according to PMAY guidelines. The DDA has already completed in-situ rehabilitation projects in Jailorwala Bagh and Kalkaji, providing over 4,400 EWS flats to slum dwellers. Another project at Kathputli Colony is expected to finish by December.

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