Punjab To Acquire 11,103 Acres In Mohali And New Chandigarh

01 Apr 2026 CW Team

The state has identified corridors for roads, public transport nodes and utility corridors within the area to be acquired. Authorities are preparing detailed plans that align municipal services, drainage and green spaces with the proposed transport network. The approach aims to attract private investment in housing and commercial infrastructure while ensuring public amenities are prioritised. Preliminary assessments have identified priority sectors and potential nodes for development that could integrate with regional transport systems.

The acquisition process will follow statutory procedures and include surveys, notices and valuation assessments to determine compensation. State officials indicated that rehabilitation measures and provisions for affected farmers and residents are being considered as part of resettlement planning. Timelines are being worked out with district authorities and urban planning agencies to minimise disruption and expedite project implementation. Officials indicated that legal clearances and interdepartmental coordination will be emphasised to ensure statutory compliance and timely disbursal of compensation.

Planners expect the consolidated land bank to improve coordination between state and local bodies and to create predictable development corridors. Stakeholders will be consulted as detailed designs are drawn up and the state has signalled a focus on sustainable growth and infrastructure resilience. Next steps include finalising maps, announcing compensation packages and initiating acquisition notices to enable work to begin.

The Punjab government has decided to acquire 11,103 acres of land in and around Mohali and New Chandigarh to advance a major infrastructure push. The move is intended to enable planned urban expansion, transport projects and public utilities across the rapidly developing region. Officials said the consolidated land parcels will facilitate integrated planning and reduce delays associated with fragmented acquisitions. The land tally reflects the state's assessment of current and future needs for housing, industry and public amenities. The state has identified corridors for roads, public transport nodes and utility corridors within the area to be acquired. Authorities are preparing detailed plans that align municipal services, drainage and green spaces with the proposed transport network. The approach aims to attract private investment in housing and commercial infrastructure while ensuring public amenities are prioritised. Preliminary assessments have identified priority sectors and potential nodes for development that could integrate with regional transport systems. The acquisition process will follow statutory procedures and include surveys, notices and valuation assessments to determine compensation. State officials indicated that rehabilitation measures and provisions for affected farmers and residents are being considered as part of resettlement planning. Timelines are being worked out with district authorities and urban planning agencies to minimise disruption and expedite project implementation. Officials indicated that legal clearances and interdepartmental coordination will be emphasised to ensure statutory compliance and timely disbursal of compensation. Planners expect the consolidated land bank to improve coordination between state and local bodies and to create predictable development corridors. Stakeholders will be consulted as detailed designs are drawn up and the state has signalled a focus on sustainable growth and infrastructure resilience. Next steps include finalising maps, announcing compensation packages and initiating acquisition notices to enable work to begin.

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