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Hindustan Times
14 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
New building byelaws in Lucknow, JPNIC revival on the cards
Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is likely to put up three major proposals—adoption of new building byelaws, approval of a bidding for the operationalisation of Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) and changes in residential layout provisions—for discussion in the upcoming board meeting expected to be held in the first week of August, officials said. JPNIC (File) Two of the proposals have even received approval from the state government, a LDA official said. Taller buildings, high-rise audits The proposed byelaws significantly ease height and density restrictions. The changes allow a higher Floor Area Ratio (FAR), enabling developers to build taller and denser buildings. 'These reforms are expected to increase housing supply, stabilise property prices, and improve urban affordability,' said a senior LDA official. To ensure safety, LDA will begin mandatory structural audits of all high-rise buildings, both government and private, especially those over 10 years old, the official said. 'We have identified ageing buildings like Vikasdeep and Brahmkunj for priority inspection. The process will be carried out by empanelled structural audit agencies,' the official added. JPNIC bidding LDA will also place the proposal to initiate bidding for the stalled JPNIC project. On July 3, LDA was given charge of the 20-acre complex and directed to operationalise the centre through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. 'The bidding plan is ready and will be presented at the board meeting. Once approved, we'll float tenders,' the official confirmed. Sanctioned in 2013 with a budget of ₹864 crore, JPNIC has remained non-functional since 2017. LDA will recover the construction cost of ₹821.74 crore over 30 years, as was stated in an earlier HT report. The third proposal involves amending the layout provisions of various residential colonies to align with the updated norms under the new byelaws. These revisions aim to streamline land use and future development planning.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Babua' agitated over exposure of loot,corruption under previous govt: Yogi
1 2 Gorakhpur/Azamgarh: Launching a veiled attack on SP chief Akhilesh Yadav over corruption in JPNIC project, Chief Minister Adityanath on Wednesday said "a CBI inquiry is ongoing into the project and that is why 'Babua' is furious about the exposure of loot and corruption". Although the CM didn't name the SP chief in his speech, the reference was obvious. Launching a massive plantation drive in the state by planting saplings in Gorakhpur, Ayodhya and Azamgarh, the CM attacked the previous SP govt and cited figures related to Purvanchal Expressway and JPNIC and said the revelation of corruption left 'Babua' that rampant corruption and loot was witnessed in the implementation of schemes before 2017, Yogi said: "The SP govt gave tender for the 341-kilometre-long and 110-metre-wide Purvanchal Expressway for Rs 15,200 crore. In contrast, the BJP's double-engine govt increased the width to 120 metres, re-tendered it, and reduced the cost to Rs 11,800 crore." "Those who engaged in corruption are now giving sermons. JP (Jayaprakash Narayan) was known for value-based politics and opposing nepotism, but the SP govt tarnished his name. The JPNIC project, initially costing Rs 200 crore, incurred expenses of Rs 860 crore by March 2017 without completion, prompting a CBI investigation. 'Babua' who was talking about ethics is now agitated by the exposure of corruption," he said. The CM criticised parties questioning the BJP govt, saying that they even "question the campaign of planting 37 crore saplings in a day, while they did nothing when given the opportunity". "They used schemes to plunder public money. Our govt introduced 'One District One Product' and 'One District One Crop', while the SP, Congress, and BSP govts gave 'One District, One Mafia', spreading venom in society in the name of nepotism and firing on the devotees of Lord Ram," Yogi said. He said that under previous govts, forest mafia conducted illegal logging, mining mafias engaged in illegal excavations, and land mafias seized the property of the poor. "There was chaos in the state. Today, the govt has implemented a zero-tolerance policy against mafias across the state. Before 2017, the youth of the state faced an identity crisis. Today, when a person from UP goes outside, the mention of their connection to the state brings a smile to the face of the listener," he said. During his visit to Azamgarh, where he planted a Harishankari Vatika along the expressway in Kerma village, Yogi issued a warning to anti-social and anti-national elements, asserting that the govt was taking decisive action against those involved in such activities. Citing the arrest of Chhangur Baba in Balrampur, who is accused of orchestrating mass conversions, the CM said, "We apprehended a criminal yesterday who was exploiting Hindu women. Such elements are now being dealt with sternly. We will not allow society to fragment. We will crush all anti-national and anti-social forces." Referring to the period before 2017, the CM said that large-scale deforestation and illegal mining by forest and mining mafias led to lawlessness and environmental degradation. "There was no development, only destruction. In contrast, our govt's initiative is transforming heatwaves into greenwaves. Azamgarh has sent many prominent leaders to Parliament but it was only after Nirahua became MP that expressways, a university in the name of Maharaja Suheldev, a music college, and extensive road networks became a reality," the CM said.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Opposition parties promoted 'one district, one mafia' policy in UP: CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday accused the opposition parties of corruption and promoting a policy of "one district, one mafia" during their tenure in contrast to his government's focus on development and zero-tolerance against crime. Addressing an event here, the chief minister questioned the critics of his government's tree plantation drive. "I want to ask those who question the tree plantation program. When they had the opportunity, they could do nothing. They made schemes a center of corruption, a center of loot," said Adityanath. "Today our government is giving one district, one product, one district, one crop and these people, whether it was the Samajwadi Party , Congress or Bahujan Samaj Party, their governments gave one district, one mafia," he added. Alleging that these parties "worked to spread poison in society in the name of nepotism", the chief minister claimed, "These mafias indulged in illegal felling of forests, illegal mining, grabbed lands, wreaked havoc with anarchy and oppressed the poor." Live Events "Now the result of zero-tolerance policy against mafia tendencies is being seen across the country. It is a result of that there is no identity crisis for the youth of the state," he asserted. Adityanath also specifically targeted the previous Samajwadi Party government over the Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) in Lucknow. "There is a JPNIC in Lucknow. JP was known for Gandhian ideology, for value-based politics in the country. He advocated for establishing values and ideals in politics, fought against the model of nepotism. The Samajwadi Party worked to defame such a leader," he said. The chief minister highlighted alleged financial irregularities related to the project. "Remember the JPNIC Center built in Lucknow, its cost was only Rs 200 crore and by March 2017, Rs 860 crore had been spent, and it is still not complete," he said. Launching a scathing attack on former chief minister and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav , Adityanath said, "A CBI inquiry is ongoing and that is why babua (child) is furious that their loot, their corruption, is being exposed."
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Opposition parties promoted 'one district, one mafia' policy in Uttar Pradesh: CM Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday (July 9, 2025) accused the opposition parties of corruption and promoting a policy of "one district, one mafia" during their tenure in contrast to his government's focus on development and zero-tolerance against crime. Addressing an event Gorakhpur, the Chief Minister questioned the critics of his government's tree plantation drive. "I want to ask those who question the tree plantation program. When they had the opportunity, they could do nothing. They made schemes a center of corruption, a center of loot," said Mr. Adityanath. "Today our government is giving one district, one product, one district, one crop and these people, whether it was the Samajwadi Party, Congress or Bahujan Samaj Party, their governments gave one district, one mafia," he added. Alleging that these parties "worked to spread poison in society in the name of nepotism", the chief minister claimed, "These mafias indulged in illegal felling of forests, illegal mining, grabbed lands, wreaked havoc with anarchy and oppressed the poor." "Now the result of zero-tolerance policy against mafia tendencies is being seen across the country. It is a result of that there is no identity crisis for the youth of the state," he asserted. Mr. Adityanath also specifically targeted the previous Samajwadi Party government over the Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) in Lucknow. "There is a JPNIC in Lucknow. JP was known for Gandhian ideology, for value-based politics in the country. He advocated for establishing values and ideals in politics, fought against the model of nepotism. The Samajwadi Party worked to defame such a leader," he said. The Chief Minister highlighted alleged financial irregularities related to the project. "Remember the JPNIC Center built in Lucknow, its cost was only Rs 200 crore and by March 2017, ₹860 crore had been spent, and it is still not complete," he said. Launching a scathing attack on former Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav, Mr. Adityanath said, "A CBI inquiry is ongoing and that is why babua (child) is furious that their loot, their corruption, is being exposed."
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
LDA to set up panel to revive JPNIC
Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is setting up a dedicated committee to revive and operationalise the Jaya Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC), a high-profile project lying dormant for nearly eight years. The committee, which will have senior officials, finance experts and external advisors, will ensure the completion of the pending works, framing of operational model and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. The state govt has handed full charge of JPNIC to LDA and directed it to recover Rs 821 crore spent on its construction over the next 30 years. Additionally, LDA will now fund the remaining Rs 150 crore required to finish the project, covering interiors, technical installations, and staffing. Officials said the committee will oversee completion, manage upkeep, and identify the best revenue model for the complex and its various facilities. Options include direct management by LDA or running the centre under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
