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Telangana govt approves Rs 242.69 billion for Hyderabad Metro Phase-II
To advance the Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase II project, the Telangana government has approved administrative sanctions for the project, which is estimated to cost Rs 242.69 billion and will be undertaken as a joint venture with the Central government. This project will encompass five Metro corridors totalling 76.4 km, jointly funded by the state government (Hyderabad Airport Metro) and the Centre on a 50:50 basis. According to a Government Order (GO) issued by the municipal administration department on Saturday, the Telangana government will cover 30% of the project cost, amounting to Rs 73.13 ..
MCD removes 18,000 MT construction waste to curb dust pollution in Delhi
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) recently reported removing nearly 18,000 metric tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste from various parts of the city in October. This initiative aimed to address the increasing concerns over C&D waste buildup and reduce sources of air pollution. Mayor Shelly Oberoi expressed that, under the guidance of former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the MCD is dedicated to enhancing the lives of Delhi's residents by implementing citizen-friendly policies. She highlighted that through the geo-tagging of waste clearance sites, the AAP-led MCD has impr..
Nagpur civic body auctions Orange City plot, fetches Rs 910 million
The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) recently secured a significant financial boost by selling a prime plot within the Orange City Street project, raising Rs 910 million at a rate of around Rs 19,240 per square foot (or Rs 2,07,098 per square metre). The fourth plot, measuring 4,294.05 square metres, drew competitive bids from two well-known builders, with Praful Ved Infra submitting the highest offer at Rs 910 million, surpassing the second-highest bid of Rs 820 million. This deal was finalized on October 11, just before the model code of conduct for state assembly elections came into eff..
