Govt delays approval for six town planning schemes in Pune
Real Estate

Govt delays approval for six town planning schemes in Pune

Six proposed town planning (TP) schemes covering 1,000 hectares in the Pune Metropolitan Region are unlikely to proceed until the end of the year due to delays in state government approvals, according to officials from the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA).

Five of the schemes are planned along the proposed ring road, while the sixth pertains to the Maan-Mhalunge area, which was highlighted as a model scheme during the 2019 assembly elections. A recent revision of the Maan-Mhalunge proposal has been submitted, but the other five proposals have been pending for over nine months without final approval. With assembly polls on the horizon, project implementation is expected to be further postponed.

Despite these setbacks, the state government has granted in-principle approval to 15 additional town planning schemes in the recently cleared PMRDA budget. The six affected schemes—Maan-Mhalunge, Vadachiwadi, Autunde Handewadi, Manjari Kolwadi, and two in Holkarwadi—are designed based on the Gujarat model, allowing landowners to retain 50% of developed land. The Central government has allocated infrastructure funds for these initiatives, but delays in approvals are hindering development in these areas.

Maan-Mhalunge was the first town planning scheme proposed by the state government. The draft development plan for the other five schemes was approved in January, facilitating potential development along the planned 82-km ring road, which encompasses nearly 5,000 hectares.

The scheme in Vadachiwadi will cover 134.79 hectares, while Autunde Handewadi will span 94.44 hectares. One of the Holkarwadi schemes will occupy 158.19 hectares, the other 130.78 hectares, and Manjari Kolwadi will cover 233.35 hectares.

Due to the delays, residents affected by the schemes are growing increasingly uncertain about the timeline for implementation. Suraj Soni, a local resident from Manjari, expressed concern that no projects would commence this year.

Officials noted that the state government's delay could also postpone the allocation of Central funds for infrastructure. The Central government is expected to approve Rs 25 crore each for the five schemes (excluding Maan-Mhalunge), while the PMRDA has allocated Rs 125 crore for these projects.

Six proposed town planning (TP) schemes covering 1,000 hectares in the Pune Metropolitan Region are unlikely to proceed until the end of the year due to delays in state government approvals, according to officials from the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). Five of the schemes are planned along the proposed ring road, while the sixth pertains to the Maan-Mhalunge area, which was highlighted as a model scheme during the 2019 assembly elections. A recent revision of the Maan-Mhalunge proposal has been submitted, but the other five proposals have been pending for over nine months without final approval. With assembly polls on the horizon, project implementation is expected to be further postponed. Despite these setbacks, the state government has granted in-principle approval to 15 additional town planning schemes in the recently cleared PMRDA budget. The six affected schemes—Maan-Mhalunge, Vadachiwadi, Autunde Handewadi, Manjari Kolwadi, and two in Holkarwadi—are designed based on the Gujarat model, allowing landowners to retain 50% of developed land. The Central government has allocated infrastructure funds for these initiatives, but delays in approvals are hindering development in these areas. Maan-Mhalunge was the first town planning scheme proposed by the state government. The draft development plan for the other five schemes was approved in January, facilitating potential development along the planned 82-km ring road, which encompasses nearly 5,000 hectares. The scheme in Vadachiwadi will cover 134.79 hectares, while Autunde Handewadi will span 94.44 hectares. One of the Holkarwadi schemes will occupy 158.19 hectares, the other 130.78 hectares, and Manjari Kolwadi will cover 233.35 hectares. Due to the delays, residents affected by the schemes are growing increasingly uncertain about the timeline for implementation. Suraj Soni, a local resident from Manjari, expressed concern that no projects would commence this year. Officials noted that the state government's delay could also postpone the allocation of Central funds for infrastructure. The Central government is expected to approve Rs 25 crore each for the five schemes (excluding Maan-Mhalunge), while the PMRDA has allocated Rs 125 crore for these projects.

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Metro Line 2B Phase 1 to Boost Realty in Mumbai’s Eastern Suburbs

Mumbai’s real estate sector is set for a major boost as Phase 1 of Metro Line 2B, between Mandale and Diamond Garden, nears completion. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has confirmed that mandatory rectifications are done, and inspections by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) have been carried out. The 5.39-km stretch with five stations forms part of the larger DN Nagar–Mandale corridor, designed to ease congestion and improve east–west connectivity. Passenger operations are expected by December 2025, with the full line slated for 2027. ..

Next Story
Resources

WattPower wins Best Inverter award at Global Solar Expo 2025

WattPower, a leading renewable energy solutions provider, has won the award for “Best Inverter in the Utility Segment” at the Global Solar Expo 2025. The recognition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-performance and future-ready solar solutions for large-scale projects. At the forefront of utility-scale solar, WattPower manufactures advanced string inverters that directly feed power into the Indian grid. With robust technology, high-quality components and comprehensive product lifecycle support, its solutions stand among the most sophisticated in the ..

Next Story
Real Estate

Awfis delivers 67,000 sq. ft. innovation hub for eBay in Bengaluru

Awfis Space Solutions, India’s largest flexible workspace provider and the first publicly listed workspace solutions platform, has partnered with eBay to establish a 67,000 sq. ft. innovation hub at Embassy Tech Village, Bengaluru. The mandate covers design, build and management of the new office, which will act as a strategic hub supporting diverse functions and accelerating eBay’s AI-first commerce strategy. The centre will focus on artificial intelligence, engineering, product development and applied research, strengthening eBay’s growth in India. Embassy Tech Village, North Beng..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?