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Rajasthan's Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has approved two significant land allocation projects. The first involves creating a Stone Park in Bundi district to promote mineral-based industries and generate local employment. Simultaneously, the government has allocated forest land in Baran district to compensate for infrastructure development impacts. These strategic moves demonstrate Rajasthan's integrated approach to economic growth and environmental conservation.

Key Points: Rajasthan's Bhajan Lal Sharma Approves Stone Park Bundi Project

  • - Stone Park in Bundi to attract mineral-based non-polluting industries
  • Land allotted for technology-driven industrial hub
  • Potential employment generation for local youth
  • Environmental safeguards incorporated in project design
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Rajasthan govt approves land for Bundi Stone Park and Ram Jal Setu Link project

Rajasthan CM sanctions 47 hectares for Stone Park and compensatory forest land, boosting industrial growth and environmental sustainability.

"These approvals underscore our commitment to balanced economic and ecological development - Bhajan Lal Sharma, Rajasthan CM"

Jaipur, June 11

In a move aimed at promoting industrial growth and environmental sustainability, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has approved two major land allotments under the state's 2025-26 budget initiatives.

The government has sanctioned the transfer of 47.07 hectares of land in Kachalia village, Taleda tehsil of Bundi district, to the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO) for the development of a Stone Park.

The allotment was made under Section 92 of the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956, and Rule 11A of the Rajasthan Land Revenue (Industrial Area Allotment) Rules, 1959.

The proposed Stone Park will serve as an organised hub for mineral-based, non-polluting industries, aimed at attracting fresh investments, boosting value-added production, and creating employment for local youth.

According to officials, units will be permitted only if located at least 1.5 km away from any residential area to ensure minimal environmental and social impact.

The park is expected to catalyse downstream industrial activity, promote technological innovation, and enhance Bundi's growing mineral economy.

In a parallel move to offset environmental impact caused by infrastructure development under the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) -- also known as the Ram Jal Setu Link Project -- the Chief Minister has approved the allotment of 34.41 hectares of land in Chhabra tehsil, Baran district, to the Forest Department.

This land transfer compensates for forest land impacted by the construction of the Ramgarh and Mahalpur barrages, as well as the Navnera-Galwa-Bisalpur-Isarda link canal project.

It reaffirms the state's commitment to ecological conservation and mandates the Forest Department to manage and restore the affected areas.

Together, these approvals underscore the Rajasthan government's twin focus on industrial expansion and environmental sustainability, laying the foundation for balanced, long-term growth.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news for Rajasthan's development! The Stone Park in Bundi will create much-needed jobs for local youth. Hope they strictly enforce the 1.5 km rule from residential areas - we don't want another pollution crisis like in some other industrial zones. 🙏
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Priya M.
Good to see balance between development and environment. The forest land allotment shows responsibility. But I wonder - will the compensation land be as ecologically valuable as what's being lost? Need transparency in these decisions.
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Vikram S.
As someone from Bundi, this is welcome news! Our district has rich mineral resources but lacked proper infrastructure. Stone Park can put us on industrial map. Just hope local contractors get priority in projects, not outsiders. #RajasthanFirst
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Anjali T.
The Ram Jal Setu project is crucial for water security in eastern Rajasthan. But why does it always take so long? These projects were announced years ago. Hope this land allotment means actual work will start soon. Thirsty farmers can't wait forever!
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Sanjay P.
Non-polluting industries? That's a joke when it comes to stone processing. The govt must install real-time pollution monitors and make data public. Otherwise, this will become another health hazard for villagers nearby.
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Kavita R.
Positive steps! But what about water supply to these new industries? Rajasthan already faces water scarcity. The Ram Jal Setu and industrial growth must be planned together, not in isolation. Otherwise, we're heading for trouble. 💧

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