Haryana plans housing projects near Sultanpur National park

01 Jun 2022 CW Team

The Haryana government has suggested building a private hospital and two low-cost housing projects close to the eco-sensitive zone of Sultanpur National Park. The two residential developments have been suggested at a distance of 5 km from the park's boundaries, whilst a new campus of the SGT Hospital is being built on 21.2 hectares just 1.4 km away. On June 17, a government delegation and the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) standing committee met to discuss the projects.

The additional chief secretary (forest department) stated that plans had been developed to deal with garbage from the proposed hospital.

22 communities make up a total of 15 revenue estates that are included in the government's designated 5 km eco-sensitive zone. On June 18 of last year, the region received notice of a master plan. In accordance with that, development is prohibited up to a distance of 500 m from the forest and new high-tension transmission wires cannot be laid closer than 300 m. Brick kilns and polluting industries are prohibited within 3 km of the park boundary, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

In the eco-sensitive zone between 300 m and 500 m, no structures taller than two stories (30ft) may be built. Within 3 km of the park, no new commercial development is permitted, and any mining or stone quarrying is prohibited up to 5 km.

Infrastructure Transport

19 Sep 2025

Maharashtra Approves Rs 9.31 Bn for Bhandara–Gadchiroli Expressway

The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has approved the revised design and funding of Rs 9.31 billion for the Bhandara–Gadchiroli controlled access expressway, a project expected to enhance connectivity across Vidarbha.The 94.2 km expressway, to be implemented by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), will cut the Bhandara–Gadchiroli distance by 23 km and reduce travel time to 1.5 hours. Of the sanctioned funds, Rs 5.34 billion has been earmarked for project work and Rs 3.96 billion for interest, with land acquisition to begin shortly.The..

Waaree Energies to Offload 14.66% Stake in Indosolar via OFS

Waaree Energies, promoter of Indosolar, will sell up to 61 lakh equity shares, representing 14.66 per cent of Indosolar’s paid-up capital, through an Offer for Sale (OFS) on stock exchanges. The move is aimed at meeting SEBI’s minimum public shareholding (MPS) norms.The OFS will open for non-retail investors on September 18 (T-day), followed by retail investors on September 19 (T+1 day), through a dedicated trading window. Each share carries a face value of Rs 10.Antique Stock Broking has been appointed as the seller’s broker to manage the transaction, ensuring compliance and transparenc..

Gujarat Adds 6,632 MW Renewable Capacity in 2025

Gujarat has added 6,632 MW of renewable energy capacity between April and August 2025, taking its total installed capacity to 39,275.7 MW.The surge is driven by large-scale solar parks, hybrid solar-wind projects, and enhanced transmission infrastructure, further cementing Gujarat’s position as a renewable energy leader.Officials said the expansion supports the state’s sustainable energy goals while strengthening grid reliability and ensuring long-term energy security.News source: Bharat Aawaz ..