Punjab's Forest Department has approved swapping 23 acres of forest land for Mohali's Sector 90 development, easing a decade-long wait for over 700 plot holders. Following GLADA's nod, the proposal heads to the Union Ministry for final clearance, unlocking Phase 1's 144 acres with homes, shops, and roads ahead.
FICO urges Punjab government to reopen property registries within Ludhiana Municipal Corporation limits, frustrated by mandatory NOCs from GLADA, Improvement Trust, and MC that delay transactions. They propose collecting development charges at building map approval to cut red tape, prevent harassment, and boost ease of doing business for residents and industries.
Punjab's plan to acquire 25,000 acres near Ludhiana for urban development sparks protests from farmers and political groups over agricultural loss risks and transparency concerns in environmental assessments.