Gujarat’s government has just given its urgent green light to a series of major city building plans, setting the stage for big changes across the state right now. This vital approval, announced this week, immediately clears the path for vital work on new homes, better roads. more public spaces in key cities, impacting daily life for many. Officials state these ambitious plans aim to create many thousands of new jobs and greatly boost the region’s money system, promising a better way of life and more chances for countless families. This rapid move comes as Gujarat pushes hard for strong progress, showing a clear aim to reshape its towns and cities and improve living for its citizens in the years ahead.
New Plans for City Areas Approved
The government of Gujarat has given a big approval for many projects aimed at making cities better places to live. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has approved a large sum of money, totaling close to 4,179 crore rupees, for work in seven main city areas and 12 smaller town areas. This large amount of money is part of a plan called the “Urban Development Year – 2025,” which was started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi back in 2005. The projects that will get this money are under another plan known as the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana. This vital step shows the state government’s strong focus on making city life better and ensuring that cities grow in a planned way. The money will be used for different kinds of work, from building new roads to making sure people have good water and drainage systems. This will help make life easier and better for many people living in cities and towns across Gujarat.
Funds for Big City Centers
A large part of the approved money, about 3,768 crore rupees, is set aside for basic city needs. The city of Ahmedabad will get the biggest share, with 2,940 crore rupees approved for 252 different projects. This shows a major push to improve various parts of Ahmedabad. Vadodara, another big city, will receive 455 crore rupees for 349 projects. Rajkot is also set to get 367 crore rupees for 302 works. These projects aim to fix and build new basic needs like roads, public spaces. other crucial city services. Even newly formed city areas like Porbandar will get support, with 6. 2 crore rupees approved for 11 projects there.
“Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has approved ₹4,179 crore for development projects across seven municipal corporations and 12 municipalities. This significant investment is part of the Urban Development Year – 2025 initiative, which was originally launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2005.”
Better Roads and Paths
Improving how people move around in cities is a key part of these new plans. About 219 crore rupees have been approved just for building new city roads, special “Iconic Roads,” and “Gaurav Paths,” which are roads meant for public walks and events. Different city areas will get money for these road projects:
- Rajkot Municipal Corporation will get 136 crore rupees.
- Morbi Municipal Corporation will receive 15 crore rupees.
- Nadiad Municipal Corporation is set to get 13 crore rupees.
- Una Municipality will have 17. 76 crore rupees for its roads.
- Halvad Municipality will receive 19. 28 crore rupees.
- Khambhaliya Municipality will get 5 crore rupees.
These road projects are crucial for making travel smoother and improving the look of city areas.
Water and Drainage Upgrades
Clean water and good ways to handle used water are basic needs for everyone. The government has approved 93 crore rupees for making water supply and stormwater drainage systems better. This money will help prevent floods and make sure homes get clean water. The funds for water and drainage will go to specific areas:
- Morbi Municipal Corporation will get the largest share of this money, with 61. 64 crore rupees.
- Savarkundla Municipality will receive 19. 28 crore rupees.
- Dhanera Municipality is approved for 11. 31 crore rupees.
These projects are very vital for public health and for managing heavy rain, especially during the monsoon season.
Support for Smaller Towns and Growth Areas
The new plan also pays attention to smaller towns and areas that are growing fast around big cities. An amount of 82 crore rupees has been set aside for these growing areas, with Rajkot getting 80 crore rupees and Patan receiving 2 crore rupees. This aims to ensure that growth outside the main city limits is also planned and supported. Also, 14 crore rupees have been approved for special projects in Veraval-Patan and Amod municipalities. Under a plan called the Khaangi Society Janbhagidari Yojana, which means a public-private sharing plan, 2. 72 crore rupees have been given to Visnagar, Borsad. Viramgam municipalities. This shows that the government wants to work with private groups and local people to help these areas grow.
Long-Term Vision for City Growth
Gujarat has been working on city improvements for a long time. The state has approved about 225 town planning schemes in the last three years. These plans help in making sure that cities grow in an organized way, providing roads, street lights. drinking water. Six cities in Gujarat—Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Gandhinagar. Dahod—were chosen for the national Smart City Mission. Under this mission, 354 projects worth more than 11,455 crore rupees were started. Most of these projects, 338 of them, have already been finished. The government also has big plans for the future. The Chief Minister has announced that over 100 new town planning schemes will be prepared for small towns. Also, computer-based development plans will be made for 55 towns that have fewer than one lakh people. This will help make sure that even smaller towns have clear plans for growth and better facilities. Big projects like the Dholera Smart City, the Gujarat International Finance Tec (GIFT) City. the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Bullet Train are also part of Gujarat’s overall aim to become a leader in development. These projects aim to create jobs and improve the overall economy and living conditions.
Benefits for Citizens
These approved projects are expected to bring many good changes for the people of Gujarat. They will lead to better roads, making it easier to travel and reducing traffic. Improved water supply and drainage systems will mean cleaner living conditions and fewer health problems. The plans for housing, especially for those who need it most, will help many families. The government’s focus on planned growth means that cities will be more organized and have better public services. This strong push for urban projects aims to make Gujarat’s cities more modern, easy to live in. ready for future needs. These efforts are part of a wider goal to improve the daily lives of people and make the state a better place for everyone. 
