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Centre Grants ₹264.5 Crore to Uttarakhand for Urban Land Reforms

The Central Government has sanctioned ₹264.50 crore as a loan to Uttarakhand under the SASCI scheme to promote urban land and planning reforms. The funds, approved based on a recommendation from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, are allocated for capital projects to accelerate urban development. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed gratitude, stating the assistance will boost planned development and modern land management. The entire amount has been released in a single instalment to enhance urban amenities and sustainable growth across the state.

Key Points: ₹264.5 Crore for Uttarakhand Urban Land Reforms

  • ₹264.5 crore sanctioned
  • For urban land & planning reforms
  • Under SASCI scheme 2025-26
  • Aims for sustainable urban development
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Centre provides financial assistance to Uttarakhand to promote urban land reforms

Central govt sanctions ₹264.5 crore to Uttarakhand under SASCI scheme to accelerate urban development and land management reforms.

"This financial assistance will play a crucial role in promoting planned urban development - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, March 10

The Central Government has provided significant financial assistance to Uttarakhand to promote urban land and planning reforms.

Under Part-XA (Urban Land and Planning Reforms) of the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) Scheme 2025-26, Uttarakhand has been sanctioned Rs 264.50 crore as special assistance (loan), according to a release.

This financial support has been granted based on the recommendation of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

The Uttarakhand government had submitted its proposal for this incentive through the PFMS portal, which was subsequently approved by the competent authority. The approved amount has been allocated for various proposed capital projects in the state, aimed at accelerating urban development, land management, and planning reforms. The Central Government has released the entire amount to the state in a single instalment.

Expressing gratitude to the Central Government, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, states are continuously receiving support for the development of their infrastructure.

He stated that this financial assistance will play a crucial role in promoting planned urban development, a modern land management system, and stronger infrastructure in Uttarakhand.

The Chief Minister added that the state government is consistently working towards better urban planning, systematic development, and expansion of public facilities in urban areas.

With this assistance, the pace of balanced and sustainable development in cities across the state will increase, and citizens will benefit from improved urban amenities.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While the financial assistance is good news, the real test is in its implementation. We've seen funds get sanctioned before, but the benefits don't always reach the common citizen. I hope there is strict monitoring and transparency in how this 264 crore is spent on actual projects.
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Priya S
As someone from Dehradun, I really hope this means solving our traffic chaos and improving public transport. The city can't handle more cars. Planned development should prioritize pedestrians, cyclists, and clean public transit. Fingers crossed!
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Rohit P
Good move by the Centre. Uttarakhand is a sensitive ecological zone. Any urban development must be sustainable and not destroy the hills and forests. The funds should be used for smart, eco-friendly infrastructure that preserves the state's natural beauty.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the focus on land reforms. Simplifying land records and ownership can attract much-needed investment to the state. It's a foundational step for long-term growth. Hope other hill states get similar support.
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Nisha Z
The amount seems substantial. But will it help control the rampant illegal construction? That's the biggest issue in our towns. The planning reforms need teeth to enforce rules and stop the builder-politician nexus. Jai Uttarakhand!

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