Chandigarh, Aug. 20 -- Moving ahead with the long-awaited relocation of the Marble Market from Dhanas to the upcoming Bulk Material Market in Sector 56 (West), the UT administration has hired a consultant to prepare a detailed project report, while another has been appointed to obtain the necessary environmental and eco-sensitive clearances.

Deputy commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav confirmed that clearances are expected to be obtained within two months. "The consultant has been hired, and we have directed him to secure all the required approvals within the stipulated time. Meanwhile, we will finalise the pricing and complete the auction formalities. We are hopeful of conducting the auction by the end of October this year," he said.

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