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Delhi LG and CM Inspect Vasudev Ghat, Focus on Summer & Monsoon Prep

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conducted a joint inspection at Vasudev Ghat to assess preparedness for the upcoming summer and rainy seasons. The LG emphasized a collaborative "whole of Delhi administration" approach to tackle the capital's civic issues. Separately, CM Gupta praised the central government's PM-UDAY scheme for regularising unauthorised colonies, noting a new framework for 1,531 colonies. She outlined a strict timeline for surveys and the issuance of conveyance deeds to residents.

Key Points: Delhi LG, CM Joint Inspection for Summer, Rainy Season Readiness

  • Joint inspection at Vasudev Ghat
  • Review of maintenance and boat operations
  • Focus on summer and monsoon challenges
  • CM lauds PM-UDAY colony regularisation
  • New framework for 1,531 colonies
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Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu and CM Rekha Gupta conduct joint inspection at Vasudev Ghat

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu and CM Rekha Gupta inspect Vasudev Ghat, emphasizing collaborative administration for civic challenges.

"We are working with a 'whole of Delhi administration' approach. - LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu"

New Delhi, April 8

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conducted a joint inspection at Vasudev Ghat on Wednesday to assess the city's preparedness for the upcoming summer and rainy seasons.During the visit, the LG and CM reviewed various aspects of the ghat's maintenance, including boat operations and the condition of the iron bridge.Speaking to reporters, LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu emphasised a collaborative delhi administration approach to address the capital's civic challenges."You can see the challenges of Delhi; everyone is aware of them. We are working with a 'whole of Delhi administration' approach. We have discussed with the Chief Minister, the entire cabinet, and the administration that everyone will be involved in this effort," the LG said.He further said that he, along with the Chief Minister, will continue to conduct these inspections to ensure a constant focus on challenges in the summer and rainy seasons."We are here to assess the challenges for the summer and rainy seasons, along with issues like cleanliness. The Chief Minister and I will continue to conduct these inspections to ensure constant focus on these issues," Sandhu added.Underscoring Delhi's significance in the national vision, the LG said that the capital plays a critical role in the Prime Minister's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat'.

"Delhi is the capital, and it plays a critical role. We hope that if not revolutionary, then incremental changes will keep happening," he remarked.Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta lauded the central government for regularising Delhi's unauthorised colonies on an "As Is, Where Is" basis under the Pradhan Mantri-Unauthorised Colonies in Delhi Awas Adhikar Yojana (PM-UDAY) scheme, noting that the new framework allows for the regularisation of 1,531 colonies without requiring layout plan approval. Furthermore, she mentioned that all plots and buildings within these colonies will be treated as residential.

Addressing a press conference at the National Media Centre, she mentioned that joint surveys will be conducted by revenue officials under strict timelines. The DDA-GIS survey will be completed within 7 days, resolve deficiencies within 15 days, and issue conveyance deeds within 45 days. She also noted that out of 1,731 unauthorised colonies, 511 are being regularised immediately.

"... In 2019, the Government launched the PM-UDAY scheme for unauthorised colonies in Delhi. Under this, residents were granted ownership transfer and mortgage rights. So far, around 40,000 conveyance deeds and authorisation slips have been issued, though technical problems slowed progress, particularly with layout plan approvals. Thanks to the intervention of the Prime Minister and the Urban Ministry, a major step has now been taken. Delhi has about 50 lakh residents in unauthorised colonies, about 10 lakh families. The new scheme allows regularisation of 1,531 colonies, without requiring layout plan approval. All plots and buildings will be treated as residential," said CM Gupta.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Finally some positive news on unauthorized colonies. My mausi lives in one and the uncertainty over ownership has been a constant worry. If they can issue deeds in 45 days as promised, it will be a game-changer. Implementation is key now.
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Aman W
'Whole of Delhi administration' approach sounds good on paper. But let's be honest, we've heard this before. Vasudev Ghat inspection is fine, but what about the hundreds of other waterlogging spots that cripple the city every July? Show us the detailed plan.
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Sarah B
As a long-term resident, the collaboration between the LG and CM is a welcome step. Delhi's civic challenges are immense and require sustained effort. Regularising colonies is a huge social and economic move. Hoping for "incremental changes" that actually improve daily life.
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Karthik V
The focus on summer prep is crucial. Last year's water crisis was terrible. Inspections are good, but we need concrete resultsā€”better maintenance of water bodies, cleaning of drains before rains, and reliable drinking water supply. Delhi deserves better.
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Nisha Z
Treating all buildings in these colonies as residential is a smart move. It cuts through so much red tape. Hope the joint surveys are done transparently and help people quickly. This could be a model for other cities too. šŸ¤ž

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