Jaipur, March 21 -- Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday directed officials to ensure that all major locations are included in the upcoming expansion phases of the Jaipur Metro, with planning aligned to population density and future urban needs. Chairing a high-level review meeting at the Chief Minister's Office, Sharma instructed officials to prepare a comprehensive roadmap for new metro phases, keeping in mind densely populated areas and integrating them with existing lines. He said timely execution and cost control are crucial for metro projects. He called for prioritising plans that link high-density areas with the current network to maximise commuter benefits. Officials informed the meeting that in the 2025-26 state budget, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) was announced for metro expansion in Jagatpura and Vaishali Nagar. A proposed alignment was presented during the meeting. Sharma directed authorities to prepare a master plan for extending the metro network to Amer, Bagrana (Agra Road), Jagatpura, and ISBT Heerapura, in view of the city's growing population. The chief minister also issued specific directions regarding the proposed elevated road from Aranya Bhawan to Jagatpura. Meanwhile, in a push to improve ease of doing business and attract investments, the Rajasthan government has announced a series of policy measures, including subsidised land rates and relaxed payment terms for entrepreneurs. Announced on the occasion of Rajasthan Day, the measures include offering industrial plots in 30 identified areas at 60% of the prevailing market rate on a 33-year lease. The government has also extended the payment period for land allotment under the direct allocation scheme from three years to five years. Investors will now be able to pay in 19 quarterly instalments, easing financial pressure during the initial phase of projects. The transfer charge on sale of industrial plots after they come into production was also reduced from 1% to 0.5%. The Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation will also provide plug-and-play infrastructure and land for specific uses on a lease of 20 to 25 years at an annual rent of 5% of the prevailing rate....