India, Aug. 17 -- The MPD-2027 accessed by Millennium Post reveals rebuilding of Delhi from within, acknowledging that it has little scope for horizontal expansion, the plan makes urban regeneration the cornerstone of the capital's future growth. Approved by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on August 12, the plan seeks to redevelop ageing planned colonies, upgrade unauthorised settlements and rehabilitate slums to accommodate a projected population of 3.2 crore by 2047. Redeveloping ageing Delhi The plan proposes regeneration across planned residential neighbourhoods, including DDA housing, Cooperative Group Housing Societies (CGHS), Cooperative House Building Societies (CHBS), government housing, resettlement and rehabilitation colonies. Redevelopment will also cover commercial centres, industrial estates and public institutions. Also Read - Atal Canteens hit century Advertisement "For planned residential areas, regeneration can be undertaken on a minimum 3,000 sq m plot, while commercial, industrial and public/semi-public areas require 1,000 sq m. Projects will be allowed up to 1.5 times the base FAR, with amalgamation and reconstitution of plots permitted. Every scheme must prepare a Road Network Plan, while agencies will be responsible for upgrading water supply, sewerage, roads and other civic infrastructure." The plan also mandates sustainable features such as dual plumbing, decentralised sewage treatment, water reuse, solid waste management, renewable energy and Net Zero practices. Also Read - When marriage turns murderous Framework for unauthorised colonies MPD-2047 provides a dedicated regeneration model for unauthorised colonies through schemes covering a minimum 2,000 sq m. These can be undertaken by developers, RWAs or authorised resident groups. The schemes will allow a base FAR of 350, with an additional Amenities FAR of 20-50 for creating public facilities. Up to 15 per cent of the permissible FAR can be used for neighbourhood facilities, including 5 per cent for local commercial use. Larger projects must reserve 10 per cent land as public open space and earmark land for schools, health centres, community halls, childcare centres, police posts and other civic facilities. Adjoining colonies may also be redeveloped together for integrated planning. Also Read - Delhi govt moves towards paperless e-Cabinet system Three-pronged strategy for slums Instead of relying solely on rehabilitation, the plan proposes a three-fold approach for slums and JJ clusters, in-situ rehabilitation, relocation and in-situ upgradation. Eligible in-situ rehabilitation projects will be permitted FAR of 500 each for rehabilitation and remunerative components, with no height restriction subject to statutory approvals. At least 40% of the project area must be reserved for rehabilitation housing under the "Jahan Jhuggi, Wahan Makan" principle. However, JJ clusters located on the Yamuna floodplain, ridge, forests, biodiversity parks, railway safety zones and other environmentally sensitive areas will be relocated instead of being redeveloped in situ. The regeneration-first approach marks a significant shift in Delhi's planning philosophy, with the city seeking to create new housing and infrastructure primarily by rebuilding existing neighbourhoods rather than expanding its urban footprint.
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