Chandigarh is the capital of the two most prosperous states Punjab & Haryana, India designed by French architect Le Corbuiser. With high quality of life and high disposable income this area along with adjoining areas in Punjab ( Mohali) & Haryana(Panchkula), Collectively this region is called chandigarh tricity regionl lot of projects are coming up in retail and real estate sectors along with international airport & Metro/LRT.

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Chandigarh to emerge as tourist spot

Chandigarh, May 30 Chandigarh is all set to get a facelift and emerge as a major service and tourist destination in North. The city would undergo several changes owing to some of the country's distinctive projects to come up in the months to follow.

By 2009 Chandigarh would house unique projects including multimedia centre cum film city, theme park cum amusement park, education city, financial service centre and the first modern terminal market that entail investment of Rs 2,000 crore.These projects are being handled or pursued by leading Companies including Parsvanth, Unitech and Relinace Industries Limited and are projected to be completed in 2-3 years. Also, the city would soon have an international airport

"Most of these proejcts are unprecendented and would transform Chandigarh into a service and tourist hub," Vivek Atray director tourism, said. "Going by current pace these project would be compeletd on time," claimed Atray .

Double-deckers, AC buses in three months

Decks have been cleared for air-conditioned mini buses on the inner sector roads in the city. The mini buses will link with the bigger buses that ply on the main roads referred to as grid system by the CTU.

The department has decided to start at least 17 AC mini-buses in the next three months as the order to purchase the chassis has already been placed.

Not only the mini buses, the city residents will also be able to enjoy ride in double-decker buses. The department has also placed order for at least five such buses.

Talking to Chandigarh Tribune, director of the CTU Capt P S Shergill said the order for the chassis of five double deckers (non air-conditioned) and 17 mini buses (air-conditioned) has been placed with Ashok Leyland Company. The tender for the body fabrication of the buses will be floated this week. If everything goes well, the mini AC buses will start plying on the road after three-four months”, Shergill said.

Giving details of the pilot project of connecting V-4, V-5 roads of the sectors to the main roads by mini buses, the director said in the first part, the buses would be introduced in three sectors (i.e. Sector 21, 22 and 23) only. After that, other sectors of the city would be roped in in phased manner.

On the other hand, double-deckers will be plying only on the selected routes. “As the buses will be bigger in size, we will ascertain some special routes with wider and cable free roads so that the traffic could not be interrupted on the roads,” he said.

Plying of inter-sector air-conditioned buses and double-deckers is a step in the direction to strengthening the state transport system. The administration wants to attract more and more local commuters to the public transport and discouraging them from using their private vehicles to decongest the roads

MC gets hi-tech sweeping machines

The Chandigarh municipal corporation got three new hi-tech garbage sweeping machines imported from Italy today. Sources in the corporation said the new machines had been brought to the city and put on trial.

The machines have been procured at the cost of Rs 3 crore. One of the machines is bigger in size in comparison to the other two. Company engineers are accompanying the machines to give demonstration to officials and engineering staff about their handling and maintenance.

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Unitech bags Theme Park project
CHANDIGARH: Unitech Ltd has been awarded the Theme Park project. Financial bids for the Theme Park project were opened after technical bids were evaluated earlier.

The bid of Unitech Ltd was found to be the highest (Rs 5.50 crore annual licence fee and 1.1% of gross annual revenue) and therefore the project would be executed by Unitech. Other two companies short-listed were DLF Ltd and Pantaloon Ltd.

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Rs 10 crore project to strengthen Pinjore T-point receives approval
COMMUTERS ON the PancjkulaShmila NH 22 and Pinjore-Nalagarh NH-21-A will be benefited by the decision of senior officials of the National Highway wing of the state Public Works Department and the district administration to conduct major strengthening work worth about Rs 10 crore on the said stretches over the next 10 months.
Besides Deputy Commissioner R.K. Kataria, several senior officials of the NH Wing associated told Hindustan Times that work, which would begin next month, would include a major facelift to the PinjoreKalka-Nalagarh roads T-point besides shifting of all the electricity poles and drains in and around the area.

Besides this, the Rs 10 crore (approximately) project would also include widening and strengthening of the Pinjore-Nalagarh road stretch of the National Highway No 21-A and the Pinjore T-point on NH-22. The said points had long been perennial traffic bottlenecks and the move is expected to smoothen things.

The officials maintained that the said works would be completed in the next 10 months time.

The NH stretches were notorious for their perennial traffic bottlenecks because of narrow roads, haphazard parking of maxi cabs, auto rickshaws, roadways buses as well as trucks and other commercial vehicles.

City centre project back on track

HE much-hyped city centre project in Mohali, dumped a few years ago for no apparent reason, has been revived and renamed the District Business Centre now.
"It will be larger than the one proposed earlier and will come up at the same site in Sector 62," confirmed a Punjab Infrastructure Development Board (PIDB) official.

Reportedly, no ceiling has been imposed on the number of floors in each building. "There is a small area which falls in the funnel area of the Chandigarh Air Force Station. Only in this area, the builders will have to take prior permission from the Ministry of Defence to determine the height. They are free to construct in the remaining areas," said an official.

The central business district will be developed over a sprawling area of 262 acres with an investment of several hundred crores.

The project has been redesigned by Jurong International Private Limited.

It will comprise three category of areas - entertainment, commercial and ho tels. Multiplexes, malls, fun parks and clubs will fall under entertainment category.

The commercial area will house the offices of several business enterprises from India and abroad. Global food chains, restaurants and eating joints will come up in the hotel area.

The ambitious project had failed to take off three years ago when the tenders submitted by private parties for undertaking infrastructural work were scrapped at the eleventh hour.

Good job man. I was actually going to make a thread on the tricity since this region has a lot of big and nice projects planned and u/c.

x-posting the last couple of news items from the Punjab & Haryana projects thread.

Apr8: Chandigarh to become first Solar City by 2012 (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Planet_SOS/Chandigarh_to_become_first_Solar_City_by_2012/articleshow/2935072.cms)

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh is preparing to become the First Solar City of the country by 2012, announced Adviser to the Union Territory Administrator, Pradip Mehra on the occasion of World Health Day 2008.

Adviser disclosed that the he has directed all the officers of the administration to start preparation for making city beautiful a Solar City.

Mehra was speaking in the symposium on "Protecting Health from Climate Change" organised by the Indian Public Health Association at the Advance Pediatric Auditorium in PGI, Sector 12.

Apr5: Parsvnath Developers lays foundation for Chandigarh project (http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/businessline/blnus/02071103.htm)

MUMBAI: Parsvnath Developers Ltd announced that it has laid the foundation for the project Parsvnath Prideasia at Chandigarh on April 5.

Parsvnath's ongoing projects in and around Chandigarh includes a film city project, mall multiplex cum hotel at Mohali, kingcity township in Rajpura, Parsvnath Royale Group Housing at Panchkula.

Apr16: Underpasses: Final hurdle removed, CHB appoints consultants (http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Underpasses-Final-hurdle-removed-CHB-appoints-consultants/297925/)


Chandigarh, April 16 The final hurdle in the multi-crore project of constructing underpasses in the City Beautiful has been cleared with the Chandigarh Housing Board appointing consultants for the mega project. The name of the ‘Consulting Engineering Services India’ has been cleared for the consultants in the project of constructing the underpasses.

“Consulting Engineering Services, India will be our consultants in the mega project of underpasses now. The consultant has the most vital role to play in the entire project”, said Mohanjit Singh, Chairman, Chandigarh Housing Board.

To start with, the underpasses are going to come up at Madhya Marg, where the CHB has identified four points Matka Chowk, Press lightpoint, Transport lightpoint and Housing Board lightpoint. With the construction of underpasses on certain routes, the traffic congestion is likely to reduce by about 50 per cent at those places.

Prior to the selection of the consultant, three companies had come forward and shown their interest in the construction of the underpasses. The companies include Gammon India Limited, ITD Cementation Private Limited and Omaxe in collaboration with a Chinese company. The two ITD Cementation Private Limited and Gammon India Limited completed their formalities. CHB, with the help of the consultants, would now be finalising the company, which will undertake the project.

Apr16: DLF plans integrated township at Panchkula (http://www.business-standard.com/common/news_article.php?leftnm=lmnu1&subLeft=1&autono=320186&tab=r)

Delhi-based DLF group, would soon have its presence felt in the fringes of Chandigarh as the company is coming up with their DLF Garden City Project near Panchkula for which the company is eyeing 200 acres. Out of the 200 acres, the company is said to have acquired 34 acres with rest being underway.

Already DLF, one of the leading real estate developer of India, has its presence in Chandigarh as the company has set up an IT Park spread over an area of 12.4 acres with an investment of around Rs 240 crore.

The DLF garden city project that is a residential project in an area of 34 acres and would offer 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Hall Kitchen (BHK) apartments.

While the 2 BHK would have 1250 sq feet , the 3 BHK area would vary from 1550 sq feet to 2050 sq feet while the 4 BHK would comprise 2250 sq feet to 2550 sq feet.

An official from the DLF, while confirming the news said that DLF has acquired 34 acres of land near Panchkula on the National Highway-22 and the project would be rolled out soon. The said deal has been finalised at a whooping amount of Rs 1.14 crores.

According to officials, the DLF is awaiting licence from the Haryana government, which will come by this month end after which the work for the township would resume.

Apart from the residential apartments the integrated township would have special features like Club House, Schools, which could be in collaboration with Vijay International School and Educom and an hospital to be set up by Fortis or Wockhardt.

DLF’s multiplex to open on Friday (http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Chandigarh-ka-Tashan-DLFs-multiplex-opens-Friday/301002/)

Chandigarh, April 23 Starved of multiplexes and malls, residents of the tricity can now look forward to at least three such complexes in the next couple of months and double the number by the end of the year.

City Beautiful, which currently has just one multiplex to boast of, will get a second this week. DLF’s DT Cinemas will open at the Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park (RGCTP) on Friday with Saif Ali Khan-Kareena Kapoor starrer Tashan.

Spread over 1, 90, 000 square feet, the mall (retail brands) will be formally inaugurated on May 1 and Nicknish will be its anchor store. Though nearly fifty-five national and international brands, including French brand Axsara, Lee Copper, Levis, Numero Uno, John Players, Madame, Woodland, Reebok, Turtle and Meena Bazaar, will occupy retail space in the mall, there is little diversity in the retail mix which is mainly apparel.

Café Coffee Day has already been roped in and the food court will be completed within a month’s time. Tie-ups with restaurants are being worked out, DLF officials said.

The mall will have parking space for 250 cars while the three-screen multiplex, projectors for which have come from Christie’s, will have a total of 786 seats. Movie tickets will be delivered at home and people can also reserve tickets through phone, Internet or by sending an SMS.

Also in the pipeline is Uppal’s Centra Mall at Industrial Area-Part 1, which has applied for completion certificate to the Chandigarh Administration and will be operational within three weeks. Spread over 1.25 acres, the mall has a 344-feet glass façade frontage, four state-of-art-auditoriums and a 53-ft high atrium. Uppal Group MD Maneesh Uppal said Café Coffee Day, Reebok, Adidas, Hues, Liliput, Gini and Jhonny and several fashion clothing brands will set up shops in the mall. It will have no anchor store and the group has tied up with PVR for a four-screen multiplex with 1,000 seats.

GET READY FOR MALL MANIA
Coming soon is Paras Downtown Square mall-cum-multiplex spread over 1,50,000 sq ft (the largest so far in Punjab) at Zirakpur. It will have two anchor stores - Big Bazaar and Pantaloons, four-screen multiplex by Adlabs, hypermarket, food court, children’s entertainment centre and a business hotel with gym, spa and coffee shop. Liberty, Reid and Taylor, Nike, Woodland, Provogue, Madura Garments and Jumbo Electronics are likely to set up their outlets here. The project is Delhi-based Paras Group’s realty venture. The group, which has a turnover of Rs 750 crore from its dairy business, has diversified into healthcare, processed water and real estate.
Multiplexes are also planned at the sites of Jagat and KC theatres while proposals to convert some of the other theatres are in the pipeline.

Good job man. I was actually going to make a thread on the tricity since this region has a lot of big and nice projects planned and u/c.

Thanks, i was thinking of it.

Six built-to-suit sites allotted

Chandigarh: The allotment process for Phase I and Phase II of Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park (RGCTP) was completed on Wednesday with the administration allotting the remaining 6 built-to-suit (BTS) sites and one small campus site in RGCTP.
With this, more than Rs 100 crore investment is expected to be pumped into the IT Park, a UT statement said. The BTS sites have been allotted in SEZ and non-SEZ categories. The allotment was done through a draw of lots as 30 companies had applied for the 7 available sites, the statement said. Four foreign firms — Damco Solutions, Silicon Valley Systech, PCC Technology group and 22nd Century Technologies — and other companies like Compact Disc India Ltd and Ramtech Software Solutions Pvt Ltd have got allotment. Ten companies based in USA and UK had applied for setting up their offices in RGCTP.
Damco Solutions Ltd is a UKbased software solutions company and is backed up by ISO 9001:2000 standards. Silicon Valley Systech Inc is an IT consulting, systems integration, product development firm based in Santa Clara, California. SVS provides technical assistance in implementing information system and utilizing the latest advances in information technology.
The key area of services includes contact programming, IT and internet projects management, systems integration and it has Fortune-100/500 clients like SAP, IBM, E-bay, Oracle, Life Scan, Johnson & Johnson, Blue Hammock, Pay By Touch, CIBC World Markets, Hitachi Storage Software, McClatchy, etc.
PCC Technology Group (PCC) is a premier US-based information technology services company with a successful track record of providing software solutions to Global 2000 companies. Its services include application development, eSolutions, eGovernment, systems integration, web development, and contract professional staffing.
The company is skilled in undertaking the entire system’s life cycle, from concept through design to development and implementation and ongoing maintenance. The statement said with the completion of the current round of allotments, all the sites in Phase I and Phase II of RGCTP have been allotted. The administration has ambitious plans for developing Phase III which when completed, will provide direct employment to 35,000 professionals, thereby increasing the direct employment in RGCTP to 67,000, the statement said. Since every IT job creates 3 indirect jobs, this will translate into 2,00,000 indirect jobs in Chandigarh, the statement added.

Mohali all set to be education hub

Mohali: Mohali is going to take lead in providing quality management education in the region. After the announcement of ISB, now, another premier management institute IIM is coming here. Once dubbed as the poor cousin of Chandigarh, now the city is taking a big leap to become the hub of educational activity.
As the Central government has finally decided to set up IIM here, some of the best institutes of the country are now coming up in Mohali, which already has good number of engineering, management and pharmaceutical institutions.
As the state government has already decided to set up a knowledge city project in Sector 81, institutes like Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), National Institute of Nano-technology, National Institute of Agri Food Biotechnology and Indian School of Business are also coming up here.
According to minister for education and civil aviation Dr Upinderjit Kaur, the state government has decided to convert Mohali into a centre for higher learning which will attract students not only from different parts of India, but also from abroad.
“As the IIM will be set up here on publicprivate partnership, the district will now figure in the international map as the centre for management learning. Coming up of international airport too will help in attracting students from outside India,” she added. While Mohali is working to set up Knowledge City, Chandigarh too is going to set up an education city under which some sites for educational institutes have already been floated.
Congress MLA Balbir Singh Sidhu said once the knowledge city project was completed, it would generate more employment opportunities, besides providing quality education to the youth from the region.
In December 2006, India signed two memorandum of understanding (MoUs) with Canada to strengthen science and technology relations with each other.

Berkeley group forays into real estate

Chandigarh: Berkeley Group announced its foray into real estate business earlier in the week with the launch of Berkeley Realtech and aims a business of Rs 300 crore in the first year of its operations. “We will help the corporates in finding suitable space on rental basis in the tricity of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula as per their requirements,” Berkeley Realtech Director Sanjay Dahuja said. Berkeley Group, with interests in automobiles, insurance, finance, is looking to increase its turnover from Rs 400 crore to Rs 1,000 crore by end of 2008-09. “We are expecting our sales from other businesses to increase from Rs 400 to Rs 700 crore and balance Rs 300 crore would come from realty business,” Dahuja said. The company would also assist corporates through personal verification and surveying of site, proper handling of legal procedures till the signing of the final agreement, he said. “We have already identified 400 such locations which are available with us and we are further looking for more space so as to cater to the emerging requirements of companies,” he said. “The tricity of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula is gaining immense momentum and becoming an economic hub of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. As a result of it, several companies are quite keen on establishing their base, so as to mark their presence in this region,” he said. — PTI

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Chandigarh sees boom in hospitality (http://www.ibef.org/artdisplay.aspx?cat_id=716&art_id=18210&arc=show)

New Delhi/Chandigarh: While Carlson Hotels Worldwide Asia Pacific announced its plan to set up a hotel at Zirakpur, it is an indication as to how the city has caught the fancy of the hospitality sector that is willing to expand itself in and around Chandigarh.

According to Anil Advani, managing director, Quantum Tourism and Financial Vistas, the total investment being made in the hotel projects by the companies could be anywhere around Rs 100 crore. Uppal’s project of developing a five-star hotel in Sector 35 in association with JW Marriott involves an estimated cost of around Rs 250 crore.

Apart from this, Carlson Hotels, in association with ECC Infrastructure, is opening the Radisson Hotel at Zirakpur. Moreover, DLF, in a joint venture with Bharat Hotels, is planning to build a world-class hotel in Chandigarh.

Vipul Ltd, in collaboration with Sarovar Hotels, is coming up with a four-star hotel in Mohali. Sarovar Hotels, in synergy with James Plaza, is coming with James Park Plaza (five-star) which will come up adjacent to the Taj. Other big players from the hospitality sector, like Oberoi and Maurya Sheraton, have also shown interest in setting up hotels in Chandigarh.

6-laning okayed for Pkl-Chd link

Panchkula: Driving from here to Chandigarh will hopefully be a seamless affair with the district administration and UT, Chandigarh deciding on six-laning between Panchkula’s Sector 7 and Manimajra Housing Board.
Widening of the 300-metre stretch was reportedly one of the 12 issues discussed during a meeting of members of the core committee for coordinated development on Friday.
In the same breath, it was also reportedly settled to complete the road that connects Sector 17 to Chandigarh railway station to further decongest traffic between the two cities.

“Linking and widening of roads between the two cities will be done on priority basis. Chandigarh administration has assured of an early completion of the work between Sector 17 and Chandigarh. We will also clear the route for a link to connect the city with Chandigarh through Industrial Area, Phase II, and widening of link connecting Mansa Devi Complex,” said Panchkula deputy commissioner Rajinder Kataria.

Ess Vee appartments[U/C] in sector 20 panchkula by Samar Estates Pvt. Ltd.

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Int’l hotel chains eye city

The much talked about over Rs 150-crore Uppal group’s venture of a five-star hotel in Sector 35 might finally be run by Marriott international hotels even as international chain like Novotel are gearing up to cater to the city’s gourmets’.


This would not be the first international hospitality chain hitting the city — Carlson is already building a high-end luxury mall and a five-star hotel in the same premises at development’s new address in the vicinity — Zirakpur.

Novotel hotels —another international chain — to take up space in the industrial area. This would take the number of five-star hotels in the industrial area to three — Larsen and Turbo is reportedly finalising a 21-acre deal in the phase I. ‘‘The city with the highest per capita income in the country, promises to be a e-city in the future and is already being seen as a cosmopolitan place. It is no wonder that chains with global presence are willing to invest here,’’ said Jaswinder Singh, consultant with EC Productions in Delhi.

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Sun Group to invest Rs 550 cr in Mohali (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News_by_Industry/Sun_Group_to_invest_Rs_550_crore/articleshow/3057159.cms)


CHANDIGARH: UK based Sun Group has firmed up plans to invest Rs 550 crore in the real estate sector of Punjab.

"Initially, the company would set up multi facility project which will involve setting up of hotels, multiplexes and malls in the Mohali district," said a senior official of Punjab Industries Department.

A high level delegation from the company led by its chairman Nand Khemka today met representatives of Punjab government and discussed their business plans with them, said an official release issued here today
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He said that the Group plans to replicate the Mohali venture in other parts of the state like Jalandhar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Patiala and Bathinda".

Malls by www.spiritglobal.in In Chandigarh Region

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Global Mall, Panchkula

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Chandigarh Airport Terminal render

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Emaar MGF plans new houses for mid-market segment in Mohali (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/Markets/Real_Estate/News_/Emaar_MGF_plans_new_houses_for_mid-market_segment_in_Mohali/articleshow/3107423.cms)

CHANDIGARH: Real estate developer Emaar MGF Land on Friday announced plans of residential apartments 'The Terraces' in Mohali aimed at the mid-market segment.

A part of 'Mohali Hills'--a 3,000-acre integrated township, 'The Terraces' will house three independent dwelling units. The unit on the ground floor is priced at Rs 46 lakh, while the ones on first floor and second floor comes at a cost of Rs 38 lakh Rs 36 lakh respectively, said a company release.

Each independent unit comprises three bedrooms, fully finished ready-to-move in homes

Phase I of 'The Terraces' is expected to be completed by 2010, it further said.

Emaar MGF's signature project Mohali Hills includes residential plots, townhouses and villas. Along with convenient shopping malls, landscaped gardens and recreational centres, the township will house special education and wellness zones, with fully equipped hospitals, schools and colleges.

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Mohali Mall + Marriot Hotel - this is most probably an Emaar-MGF project

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8-lane roads to be built in SAS Nagar

THE GREATER Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has decided to construct eight-lane roads around the Sector 62 area in S.A.S. Nagar.
GMADA chief administrator Vivek Pratap Singh said the project would be completed by March 31, 2009. "Such wide roads are not even there in Chandigarh," he said.

Road widening work would start form YPS School roundabout and culminate at Sohana village. The roads of Sectors 51-62 and 63 would also be widened. The horizontal road crossing Sectors 68, 69, 78, 79 till the SAS Nagar international airport would also be eight-laned, the chief administrator said.

Singh said the GMADA was planning to prepare regional and six mas ter plans under its jurisdiction .The services of Jurong Consultancy Pvt. Ltd, Singapore, have been engaged for the purpose. The exercise will facilitate GMADA for systematic and planned development of areas, preventing unauthorised and unregulated growth.

The Singapore company was also entrusted with the planning of the City Centre in Sector 62 Singh said a golf course in Sector 91 and 93 along Patiala ki Rao was also on the anvil. The process to acquire the land for the 293-acre course has already been initiated

Mullanpur Garibdas to get rich with realty (http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Mullanpur-Garibdas-to-get-rich-with-realty/281099/)

Mullanpur Garibdas — a small village on the outskirts of Chandigarh — has a deceptive name. Soon, this village will witness a spate in real estate investment as the country’s top realty players are eyeing it for big township projects.
It is learnt that the cumbersome process of land acquisition is already under way. Leading the pack is DLF, which plans to set up a 1,000-acre township.

The company has acquired 400 acres of land for the first phase; acquisition for the second phase will begin shortly.

Similarly, another real estate big shot from Delhi, Omaxe, plans to set up a township and has acquired nearly 280 acres for the project.

Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development of Punjab, Arun Goyal, said, “It is difficult to talk more about it now. The first step is the submission of the master plan by Jurong International. Details shall be finalised only after that.”

The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has signed an agreement with Jurong International to prepare the regional development plan and master plans of areas and towns situated in its jurisdiction. Sources said the Singapore-based company had already submitted a master plan, which was rejected by the Punjab government.

Now, CITCO mulls five-star hotel in Industrial Area (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2008/20080606/cth1.htm#8)
The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) is set to open a new chapter in public-private partnership in the hospitality sector in the city.

The Chandigarh administration-controlled corporation is planning a five-star hotel on a prime three-acre plot on the Chandigarh-Ambala road in the Industrial Area here.

With the administration approving an alternative site for the shifting of CITCO's iron and steel store from the Industrial Area to Hallo Majra, CITCO seems to have set the ball rolling for the another five-star hotel in the city. Currently, CITCO-run Hotel Mountview is the only five-star hotel in the city.

Besides, the entry of the MNCs and big corporates in Chandigarh was another factor for the major hospitality players evincing keen interest in Chandigarh. The DLF is already constructing a five- star hotel in the IT Park while the Uppals are coming up with a five-star hotel in Sector 35 here.

Stage set for mega projects in Sarangpur (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2008/20080606/cth1.htm#8)

Sarangpur, a sleepy village ahead of the PGI on the Chandigarh-Punjab border, is finally on the fast track to development.

In fact, with the Chandigarh administration finally undertaking the infrastructure development, the decks have been cleared for the setting up of the mega projects, including film city, education city, amusement park and solar energy park, in the Sarangpur institutional area.

With an eye on the future, the administration has planned to start one corridor of the proposed metro for Chandigarh from Sarangpur to Maheshpur in Panchkula.

NIIFT to build state-of-art building at Mohali (http://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/daily-textile-industries-news/newsdetails.aspx?news_id=57731)

Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology (NIIFT), one of the premier institutes in the country, is on the process of constructing its own building at Phase-1, Industial Area Mohali at an estimated cost of 140 million.

The state-of-art building, accommodating all the modern facilities on five acres of land, is expected to be ready in about 12 months time, confirms Mrs Vijay Sharma, Director, NIIFT to Fibre2fashion (http://www.fibre2fashion.com/).

The new building will have provision for all requisite amenities for the students. It will have well equipped labs, class rooms, studio, auditorium, library etc and the Central Government has already granted 50 million for the news building.

NIIFT has plans to open up another center at Ludhiana.

KLG Group of Hotels to set up two more hotels in Chandigarh (http://www.hospitalitybizindia.com/detailNews.aspx?aid=1371&sid=1)
After setting up two hotels in the city, the Chandigarh-based KLG Group of Hotels will come up with two more hotels, one budget and one luxury hotel in the Industrial Area of Chandigarh. These projects are likely to be commissioned by 2010. The group had launched its second venture Hotel Rio, the first boutique hotel in India, recently. Hotel Rio’s specialised Italian restaurant, La Dolce Vita-Cucina Italiana opened on June 9, 2008.

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KLG to set up five-star hotel in Chandigarh (http://www.financialexpress.com/news/KLG-to-set-up-five-star-hotel-in-Chandigarh/321112/)
Chandigarh , Jun 10 After establishing its two business hotels in sector 43 of Chandigarh, KLG group is firming its plans to build eleven-storey five star hotel in the industrial area of the city. The group has already secured the land and will begin the construction shortly. The hotel will have all luxurious facilities including multi-cuisine restaurants, spa facility, convention hall, banquet halls and will boast of 70 rooms. This project is expected to see completion by 2010.

Chandigarh's software exports to cross Rs 1000 crore by 2011 (http://www.business-standard.com/common/storypage_c_online.php?leftnm=10&bKeyFlag=IN&autono=40371)

The export of software and IT services from the city is expected to grow to Rs. 1000 crore within next three years with the development of Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park (RGCTP).

"Since the development of RGCTP is going in full swing and all the major initiatives of the administration materializing in the coming years, the software exports from Chandigarh alone are expected to touch cross Rs 1000 crore by 2011," an official spokesman said here today.

Stating that the setting up of RGCTP has really pushed up the IT export from here, he said the software and IT exports from the city has risen to Rs. 400 crore in 2007-08 against just Rs. 56 crore of exports in 2004-05.

Moreover, city now commands whopping 59 per cent share in total software exports of Rs. 678 crore from Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula.

The allotment process of land in Phase I and II in RGCTP has been completed and keeping in view the demand for more IT space, the administration has already drawn out an ambitious plan for developing the Phase III of RGCTP which involves development of 270 acres, he said.

GMADA proposes 10 new roads

THE MASTER Plan of Greater Mohali Area Development (GMADA) has proposed around 10 new major roads connecting all the important cities with Major District Roads (MDRs). The first proposed road is GMADA Expressway which will link up Lalru, Banur, Kharar , and Mullanpur as well as the planned developments at Baddi. The proposed alignment runs close to Mullanpur, Kharar, S.A.S. Nagar, Banur and Lalru.
It will also offer an alternative route to the Kharar-Landran-Banur-Tepla road, which, at present, is the only route between the northern and southern parts of the area. The second proposed road is S.A.S. Nagar- Phagwara Expressway which is a spur off the proposed , GMADA Expressway near Kharar and runs in an east-west alignment to lead to Phagwara, which is 110 km away from Chandigarh. The plan states that the said expressway will offer a high speed, high capacity expressway link between the GMADA area and other cities and towns in Jalandhar district and other districts along its route.

The third proposed major arterial road, which is a westward extension of MDR from Mullanpur, which will link to the GMADA Expressway The said road will reduce the . journey from Chandigarh to northern Punjab and also to Himachal Pradesh and Jammu via the proposed GMADA expressway .

The fourth proposed northwest road extension from Chandigarh between Sector 25 and Sector 38 (Dakshin Marg) through Mullanpur to intersect MDR would provide a direct link between Chandigarh and Mullanpur.

The fifth proposed major arterial road forms a westward extension from Chandigarh between Sector 39 and Sector 56 intersects Sector 73, S.A.S. Nagar, at the GMADA Expressway . The interchange with the proposed GMADA Expressway is proposed to be away from the existing major intersection at Kharar.

The sixth proposed major arterial road runs in a north direction from Sector 73, S.A.S. Nagar, to Anandpur Sahib.

The seventh arterial road runs in a southeasterly direction from Sector 66-A, S.A.S. Nagar, linking to NH 64 and NH 22 for direct access to Dera Bassi.

The proposed road is further extended eastwards to MDR to connect to Haryana and will provide alternative route to NH 21 to reduce through traffic at Zirakpur. This new major ar terial road will also offer a more direct route connecting between the new towns and urbanised areas in the study area and enable S.A.S. Nagar eastbound traffic to bypass Chandigarh and Zirakpur west of S.A.S. Nagar.

The eighth proposed major arterial road will run in a generally south-easterly direction between proposed road seventh and major district road from S.A.S. Nagar to intersect NH 64, NH 22 and proposed road 10 before heading further eastwards into Haryana.

The road nine's linkage to NH 1 and the proposed GMADA Expressway will provide faster and direct access from many parts of Punjab to the airport proposed road 10, which will run generally southwards from Panchkula, Sector 20, to the cast of NH 22 around Zirakpur to the proposed GMADA Expressway and further southwards towards Delhi.

The proposed road 10 will bypass the major and congested Zirakpur intersection of NH 21, NH 22 and NH 64. The proposed road will serve the proposed industrial area planned at Dera Bassi and will provide a direct linkage for the freight traffic to the other areas and states.

2025: Greater Pkl going cosmo

Rs 17,396-crore Project To Make It Dream Township

Panchkula: Good news for those who have opted to settle in this city. If all goes well with governance with political parties tiding over differences, the city will have a new identity of a cosmopolitan township by 2025.
While Chandigarh and Mohali are yet to act, the district administration here has already forwarded the project to the Union government for approval. Prepared by Wapcos, an agency hired by the administration submitted the project last week. It was approved during the meeting of the heads of the departments concerned on Wednesday.
“The draft was given a final touch during the meeting of heads of the departments involved in the project held on Wednesday. We are hopeful of getting the approval by August,” Rajinder Kataria, deputy commissioner, said.
An elevated highway connecting Manimajra with Chandimandir road as a bypass to the national highway No. 21, three railway overbridges in Panchkula, Pinjore and Kalka and three underpasses and three Metro stations are few of the main highlights of the project prepared by the administration.
Planned for the projected population of over 10 lakh, besides infrastructure, special care has been taken for civic amenities like water and sewage plants, dams on rivers and check dams on seasonal nullahs passing through forest lands and illumination in city and urbanization of around 43 villages surrounding three sub-urban townships of Pinjore, Kalka and Barwala.
Initially, the project was conceived for Panchkula only, but following the advice of the state government the administration expanded the area of greater Panchkula by adding townships of Pinjore, Kalka, Barwala and Raipurrani under its jurisdiction.
“This is part of JNNURM, a project by the union government. Initially, the project comprised Panchkula urban estate only. Now, we have added Pinjore, Kalka, Barwala and Raippurani (Place with proposed NANO CITY)areas as well for a Greater Panchkula in its vertical as well horizontal growth. This would also attract MNCs and major players for investment and employment opportunities,” Kataria said.
While real estate agents and colonizers see the project as a significant step towards making this area as the only destination next for future investors, Gen Next terms the move as taking Panchkula ahead of Chandigarh and Mohali. “This project has made all retired persons realize that settling down here was a wise decision taken by them. Now, we will request the government that they must not forget the need-based changes required for the city and its old areas,” SK Nayyar, president of the Citizen Welfare Association said.

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IT Park by Architect Morphogenesis in Mohali

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Amity varsity to set up new campus in Mohali (http://www.financialexpress.com/news/Amity-varsity-to-set-up-new-campus-in-Mohali/340486/)

Amity Global Varsity with strength of over 50,000 students has chosen Mohali to locate their next campus. The new campus is likely to start functioning shortly from SeBiz Infotech Square, Mohali.

"As indicated in a request by the company to Punjab Infotech, Amity plans to employ about 40 professionals for giving specialised education and training to about 250 students annually. They are likely to create opportunities for employed engineers and other graduates also to earn MBA degree and specialized skill in different areas of IT and Management", said Mr RK Verma, managing director of Punjab Infotech.

Amity has tied up with IT majors such as Oracle, Sun Microsystems, Cisco and many more for specialised certification courses. This would provide latest skill sets to students in Punjab & Chandigarh (and nearby catchment areas) making them more employable.

With the demand of IT/ITES increasing in Mohali it is important for students to remain updated. Amity's management courses which are continuously ranked top for our practical and industry-oriented teaching would also be available to students and to people who have taken up employment but would like to pursue management education in a more flexible environment.

Amity Global Varsity is part of the Amity Education Group which has over two decades of experience in the field of education. Benchmarking with the latest content and teaching methodologies across the world, the programmes are an ideal platform for the launch of ones career or getting on to the Fast-Track. Backed by professionals with decades of experience in the corporate world and in the education field, Amity Global Varsity provides the best mix of practice and theory to ensure your success.

GyPSii to set up centre in Mohali (http://www.financialexpress.com/news/GyPSii-to-set-up-centre-in-Mohali/340499/)

Amsterdam-based GyPSii, a geo-location and mobile social-networking provider has zeroed down on Mohali for a suitable location in India to set up its next development centre.

Vikas Singh, director, product development based in USA disclosed this to RK Verma, managing director, Punjab Infotech, in a meeting held in Udyog Bhawan.

The company had visited SeBiZ Infotech Square in sector-67, Mohali for hiring a complete floor to meet their initial requirement.

The company plans to start with 40-50 professionals reaching to 100 within 2 years period. GyPSii is part of GeoSolutions BV, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

GyPSii connects people and content to places and networks, from work to play to home, allowing you to share your real life experiences in the virtual world, using mobile devices, the web and Internet connected devices. GyPSii enables you to social network, capture, edit and share your user generated content and places.

It allows to explore location based content, services and points of interest, find people, friends and content in selected communities of your choice, connect your experiences, locate and map your friends and places.

Chandigarh Airport terminal construction

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They are building a new terminal at chandigarh airport. The new mohali airport will be integrated with Chandigarh airport as this new site for Mohali airport is choosen just next to existing chandigarh airport on Punjab side.

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Big realtors keen on Pinjore-Kalka complex (http://in.news.yahoo.com/241/20080804/1264/tbs-big-realtors-keen-on-pinjore-kalka-c.html)

The demand for affordable housing in Chandigarh, is attracting several real estate developers to its peripheral areas for fresh investments. One such emerging real estate destination is the newly planned Pinjore-Kalka Urban Complex which is about 9-km from Panchkula, stretching along the Kalka-Shimla NH 22.

The complex has already attracted DLF, Amravati, Indian Real Estate Opportunity Fund, that are ready to develop residential projects. Besides, the already developed Amravati Enclave, DLF has proposed an integrated township-DLF Garden City-over 200 acres. .

The officials of the DLF group told FE, "We have acquired about 150 acres so far and once the process is complete construction will begin. We are waiting for the license from the Haryana government."

Realty developments are further getting a push in the area as the four-laning of Zirakpur-Shimla National Highway, is already in progress. The stretch will also include a bypass to the towns of Parwanoo, Kalka and Pinjore. Connectivity to this area will improve in the future once it is connected to Chandigarh through Metro Rail Transit System, being pushed by Chandigarh, Punjab as well as Haryana.

anyone heard of this company?


Brado launches two projects

A Mohali-based firm 'Brado Imexpo (P) Ltd' on Friday launched watch mobile and sunglasses with MP3 and Bluetooth inbuilt technology.

Speaking on the occasion, company's Managing Director D S Brar said that the company incorporated last year had used its own technology through its own R and D department.

"The products are designed with the goal to satisfy the needs and fullfil the expectations of the next generation.
"It is for the first time that such a product has been launched in the country's market," he claimed.

In these products, customers will experience features like touch screen, handwriting, still and video camera, MP3, Blue tooth and FM in GSM wrist watch.

Outlining the future products of the company, he said that soon it will introduce PC, Laptop and Potable Desk tops.


source economictimes.com (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/News_By_Industry/Cons_Products/Brado_launches_two_projects/articleshow/3341910.cms)

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While visiting India, the country offers you with a unique set of places, some are hill stations while others are decorated with ruins from their past,but none of them be it even the capital city of India "Delhi", is as efficientlyplanned as Chandigarh, the capital of two state Harayana and Punjab as well.

The roads in the city are clean and tidy with absolutely no signs of hawkers at the street side, which is a common phenomenon in most of the tourist spots of India, the entire city is divided neatly into 26 sectors and the houses are strictly made in accordance with the rules and regulations of local municipal corporation .The unique feature of the houses lie in their similarity, one cannot recognize a particular house unless he or she has the house number with him. Smoking is prohibited in most of the places and pollution is controlled with iron hands by the authorities, the max speed limit in the city is 60 km/hour and no Michel Shoemarker can race the town under the eyes of local traffic police without escaping a good fine.

Chandigarh is well connected by air and has its private airport having both domestic and international flights running to and fro by it.Railwaylines love the city and nearly all the trains like to spend some time at its platforms. By road it becomes another key destination for tourist leaving a Himachal tour.

Accommodation in the city is as good as it gets, a couple of miles away from the city is a unique resort called Parwanoo, situated on top of the hill is well
known for its rope way, the place is clean and offers sweet and other rooms at affordable prices, the restaurant tennis court and children amusement park are added feature and not only this you can also check out the gift shop of the resort down hill it offers some of the pleasant souvenirs to take back home or you can also taste "churans" the local digestive sweet made of "tamarind" "awala" and "bhel". There is yet another restaurant down hill you can try your hands upon.

Among the tourist hotspots Chandigarh offers is Sukhna Lake or popularly known as "lake view" which provides awesome boating experience. You can easily get a paddle boat and can paddle around with your beloved for an hour or two in the clean waters of the lake or if you are with family an option for hiring an entire rowing boat is best suited for you. On the banks you will be amazed to see the skills of local sketchers who for a much price of 3$ will make your moment freeze on their paper canvas the exercise takes around five to ten minutes. And is a good value for money.

Another key destination which you should check out is Rock Garden which is a beautiful place made exclusively out of debris and waste products of our houses, it is an enormous park and people are stunned to see the beauty out of garbage in the park. The rock garden was made to motivate people to keep their environment clean and also to promote the idea of recycling. It takes at least 3 hours to complete the tour of rock garden if you are running in it, do not forget your cameras as you will get great spots over here to click a few pictures over here.

Rose garden is yet another place for a traveler to spend some times among the hundreds of beautiful varieties of rose, the place is aromatic refreshing and is great one to spend some time with your family or your lovely wife or girl friend.

Sector 16 is entirely dedicated to shopping freaks, the entire shopping centers and shops are neatly dedicated to this sector, you can buy anything from here be sure to visit this part of the city to have a complete shopping experience.

Mac Donald and Pizza hut are near the sector 16 only and will serve you with hot and ready to eat pizzas and burgers in case you are dead tired after the
shopping frenzy, be sure to taste "idli" at coffee house while shopping around sector 16.

Chandigarh has though still many places to offer tourist who want to spend a week at the place, but for those who need to cover a few more places in that
time period the 4 places mentioned are a complete crash course for an ultimate experience at the planned city of India called Chandigarh.:)

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Dr Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Chandigarh plans to start a fast-food outlet or a mobile catering van just outside the institute to cater to the increasing number of visitors to the newly built artificial lake at sector 42. The proposal will be discussed in a board meeting soon. After the meeting, the proposal will be sent to the Home Secretary, Chandigarh Administration for the final approval.

Speaking exclusively with Hospitality Biz, Navin Kumar Nanchahal, Principal, Dr Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Chandigarh said, “The artificial lake was built last month. It is attracting a lot of visitors but they do not get anything hygienic to eat. Therefore, we thought of starting a fast food outlet or mobile catering van just outside the institute. It will not only provide exposure to our budding professionals, but will also help generate revenue." Nanchahal said that the food would be prepared in the premises of the institute by the students with the help of the faculty members.

Source: http://www.hospitalitybizindia.com/detailNews.aspx?aid=2578&sid=1

The Chandigarh Administration is in the process of implementing a mega project to set up world class 'Aquatic Park’ over three acres adjacent to the Golf Range in Chandigarh. It will be developed on Built-Own-Operate (BOO) basis. Promoting Ecotourism and educating people about the importance of conserving flora and fauna are the main objectives of the Park. The proposed Aquatic Park will have an education-cum-fish presentation centre with seating capacity for 50 people, souvenir-cum-workshop, cafeteria, public conveniences, and other entertainment facilities on the pattern of international Aquatic Parks and landscaping.

The Department of Forest and Wildlife, Chandigarh has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from reputed consulting firms for setting up the Aquatic Park. As per the eligibility criteria, the consulting firm should have relevant experience of at least ten years in consultancy for development of infrastructure projects on Public Private Partnership (PPP) format, including international projects. Other eligibility criteria include minimum average turnover of last two financial years of about Rs 50 crore and an adequate presence in North India.

Confirming the project, Ishwar Singh, Director, Department of Forest and Wildlife, Chandigarh informed that the Chandigarh Administration has initiated the plan to develop a world class 'Aquatic Park.' “This mega project will be developed on BOO basis, which will be an additional attraction to boost tourism in Chandigarh and will be run by the short listed private party,” informed Singh. With regards to the EOI Singh said that the selected consulting firm will assist the department in project structuring, bid process management and preparation of request for proposal (RFP) and agreement for the project.

Source: http://www.hospitalitybizindia.com/detailNews.aspx?aid=2638&sid=1

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Entertainment World Developers Pvt. Ltd, an Indore-based Kalani Group company, will construct a premier shopping mall, Treasure Island, in Chandigarh.

Puneet Gupta, Manager, told Projectmonitor, "The mall, to be built on the company-owned plot, will be located on NH-21 from Chandigarh to Amritsar. The total developed project site will measure 8.6 lakh sq. ft. It will house a five-screen multiplex and a seven-storey, 1,50,000 sq. ft luxury hotel with 120 keys. Both the hotel and multiplex are an integral part of the mall, not standalone units. The 3 lakh sq. ft retail space will have hyper market, three anchors, and 55 inline stores."

Treasure Island is part of the company's plan to develop five shopping malls and multiplexes spread over 29 lakh sq. ft in tier-II cities of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh. Under the brand name 'Treasure' the company is engaged in developing shopping malls, hospitality projects and commercial offices.

Gupta continued, "The Chandigarh mall will allot 17,000 sq. ft for food courts, 20,000 sq. ft for fine dining, and 28,000 sq. ft for entertainment (video parlours, snooker, bowling alley etc). All clearance certificates and approvals have been obtained, and excavation work will begin in a day or two (November 20-21). Generally a project cycle consists of 18 months, so we hope to complete the shopping mall by June 2010."

EWDPL is also developing Treasure Bazaar, a shopping mall, at Amravati, Maharashtra, with a 52-room hotel. Construction is under way, and completion is scheduled in December 2010. The company plans to develop two townships involving development of 35 lakh sq. ft at a cost of Rs 630 crore.

Source: http://www.projectsmonitor.com/detailnews.asp?newsid=17438&secid=28

The Uppal's Group will launch a five star J W Marriott Hotel, under J W Marriott Hotels and Resorts, at Sector 35 in Chandigarh by September 2010. Construction work on the Rs 200 Crore hotel project is ongoing and is expected to be complete by September 2010. The hotel will be managed and run by J W Marriott, while it is owned by the Uppal Group.

Confirming the project, Balwinder Singh, Deputy General Manager (DGM), Uppal's Housing Limited, Delhi said that the group will introduce a unique Picture Window concept at the hotel; some rooms will offer a picturesque view from the window. Spread over an area of about 2.63 acres, the hotel will house 170 rooms including six suites, two restaurants, banquet halls, lounge, spa, gym and landscaped grounds. In addition, the hotel will also provide a heated swimming pool on the fifth floor (roof top). It will have two kitchens with automation; one for Indian cuisines and the other for international dishes.

The glass ‘fassal’ (wall made of glass) will be specially installed on both sides of the hotel for transparency. “There will be two basement areas on the hotel premises — one for parking and the other for mechanical purposes, for example, laundry and generator,” concluded Singh.

Source: http://www.hospitalitybizindia.com/detailNews.aspx?aid=2744&sid=1

Punjab Infrastructure Development Board and Greater Mohali Area Development Authority have invited RfP for development of a state-of-the-art bus terminal-cum-commercial complex at Mohali, Punjab, on DBOT basis.

The facilities envisaged are bus terminal and related passenger facilities (mainly a transit bus terminal for northern Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and J&K buses) and a commercial complex that will include shopping mall, multiplex, food courts, hotel, restaurants, hypermarket, retail showrooms, and banks and ATMs. Feedback Ventures Pvt. Ltd is assisting PIDB in the project.

The scope of the developer will be to plan, design, finance, engineer, construct, develop, equip, operate, maintain and manage the project.

The RfP document is priced at Rs 5,000 and the last date of submission is January 7, 2009.

Source: http://www.projectsmonitor.com/detailnews.asp?newsid=17549&secid=80

Also Parsvnath Developers which has proposed Rs.800 crore multimedia centre-cum-film city project in Sarangpur near Chandigarh has now being drop

Read More (http://www.exchange4projects.com/COMCOM/parsvnath-backs-off-from-chandigarh-film-city-project)

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'Chandigarh can go for tall buildings' without marring its heritage status". city is not like a museum, "they are living entities that constantly want change and development".


Read Here (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Chandigarh/Chandigarh-can-go-for-tall-buildings/articleshow/4110389.cms)

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mall in Chandigarh designed by Hafeez Contractor for an unknown group-

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Well i have also noticed these machines around the city , i think for cleaning purpose....

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Tata Motors bags tender to supply 100 buses

Moving a step forward in the proposal to run 100 AC and non-AC buses in the city, the UT Administration has awarded the contract for the project to Tata Motors. Confirming this, Secretary (Transport) Ram Niwas said: “We have received the Election Commission’s nod to award the Rs 35-crore contract to Tata Motors under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission. A 100 buses — 40 AC and 60 non-AC buses — will ply within the city soon.”

After a detailed project report was submitted by the UT Transport Department, Tata Motors has been awarded the contract for the entire fleet of 100 buses. The funds had already been sanctioned to the Municipal Corporation for the JNNURM projects.

The total estimated cost of the project is Rs 42 crore, of which 80 per cent is to be borne by the Ministry of Urban Development and the rest will to be contributed by the Administration. Chandigarh is one of the 80 cities in the country where the ministry will fund modern bus services. The Transport department had offered to introduce 50 AC and 50 non-AC buses but the ministry approved only 40 AC and 60 non-AC buses.


The Administration has also received a nod for 61 CTU buses which would replace the old buses. “We will call quotations for the project within a week,” said a senior UT official.

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lol at the colored rims.................

but I still dont understand why they have mini-buses with chandigarhs rising population full fledged buses should be in play

Starwood Hotels & Resorts signs Sheraton Chandigarh Hotel
(http://www.etravelblackboard.com/showarticle.asp?id=92255&nav=1)
StarwoodHotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc continues its expansion in India and Asia Pacific, announcing an agreement with Joy Hotel and Resorts Private Limited to manage the Sheraton Chandigarh Hotel. Scheduled to open in 2012, the new-build Sheraton underscores the brand’s steady and strategic growth in India where there are currently four Sheraton hotels open, with plans to double the brand’s footprint in the next three years.

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Sheraton Chandigarh Hotel will be centrally located in a commercial area of Chandigarh and will be easily accessible from the city airport and Central Business District. The hotel will offer 177 rooms, five restaurants, a health club, a full-service Nectar Spa, swimming pool, business center and more than 15,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel will also feature “Link@SheratonSM experienced with Microsoft®”, a unique lobby lounge that is both a physical and a virtual space where guests can socialize, work and stay connected by using complimentary Wi-Fi and Internet-enabled computer stations. video-chats, televisions and daily newspapers.

IT exports from Chandigarh grew by almost 50% to Rs. 750 crore in 2008-09 against Rs. 504 crore in 07-08. (http://www.zeenews.com/news538575.html)

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Why do they have curtains? I feel thats not a very good idea :sly:

^^Why? Some people might not want sun in their face.

^^Why? Some people might not want sun in their face.


But arent they AC buses? And so it wont be really that hot. I dont see any problem in keeping curtains but the problem is they wont be maintained properly. And they will become dirty in no time.

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Dubai Government's Budget Airline namely the FlyDubai shall commence its operations from Chandigarh on July 23rd.

More information may be obtained from www.flydubai.com

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But arent they AC buses? And so it wont be really that hot. I dont see any problem in keeping curtains but the problem is they wont be maintained properly. And they will become dirty in no time.

True. but without any curtains and sun rays directly coming in, AC will consume lot of power to maintain temperature inside. Bangalore AC buses have tinted glasses with advertisements from outside. It helps.

AC will consume lot of power to maintain temperature inside.

Toyota Prius in their next generation has solar powered A/C. This is the ideal solution for India, the hotter it gets outside the cooler the inside. I hope these buses get the same technology that Toyota already has for their Prius model.

Toyota Prius in their next generation has solar powered A/C. This is the ideal solution for India, the hotter it gets outside the cooler the inside. I hope these buses get the same technology that Toyota already has for their Prius model.

That's so cool...! That is exactly what India needs. :)

L&T Shopping Mall
Chandigarh

3D Walkthrough :cheers1:

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I like the video.:cheers:

what sector is the mall in?

Industriasl area Ph 1. Now Chd. admin. has allowed mixed use of industrial plots

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At least they are trying, good work euro.

Uniworld City, Mohali

Link to Website (http://www.unitechonline.in/microsite/uniworldcity_mohali.asp?source=UnitechGroup)
Walk Though Video (http://www.unitechonline.in/microsite/uniworld_video1.htm)

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What's up with this helipad business? Lately I see every other project/building has plan to build a helipad. Since when did common people start taking copter rides? Helipad at the bus terminal is unnecessary. Waste of resources.

I think helipads are required for emergency evacuations or health care needs. The future in metros is air ambulances.

National Highway Authority of India Plans to Set up Regional Office at Mohali (http://merachandigarh.in/mohali-news/nhai_regional_office_mohali.html)

Mohali (Mera Chandigarh): The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) to expedite road projects in Punjab has decided to set up a regional office at Mohali.

Mohali (Mera Chandigarh): The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) to expedite road projects in Punjab has decided to set up a regional office at Mohali.

Information to this effect was shared by Kamal Nath, Union Minister of Shipping, Road Transport and Highways, at a meeting in New Delhi on Friday that the office would be headed by a senior chief general manager and all project directors of various ongoing projects in Punjab would report to him.

Apart from this, a specialized office would also be set up at Ludhiana to finalise all land acquisition issues of the NHAI.

Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal has hailed the decision taken by the ministry and sought a special package from the Union government for expanding and strengthening of roads in Punjab, besides expediting sanction for the proposed Pathankot-Ajmer expressway and four-laning of the Malout-Dabwali section of NH-10 that to be taken up by the state PWD on BoT basis

Grand plans for Mullanpur (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/city/chandigarh/Grand-plans-for-Mullanpur/articleshow/4664427.cms)

MOHALI: Located between Chandigarh and Mohali, the sleepy town of Mullanpur would soon have a unique identity with Punjab government drawing big
plans for it.

The ‘Local Planning Area’ (LPA) document of Mullanpur’s master plan suggests that 4,000 hectare of buildable area for development of new townships and urban activities is available, which makes large-scale development plausible. According to the plan, the area is going to have a golf course, spa village, turf club with grandstand area for 5,000 horses, lifestyle sports hub, indoor stadium, eco park, health village and hi-tech technology park.

The LPA, accessed by TOI, states most of the land in Mullanpur - around 75.5% - is currently used for agriculture and is chiefly a green field site. Plans to develop the town can roll out easily with little hindrance or need for urban renewal or redevelopment, it adds.

The state government plans to develop a golf course on 150 hectare, spa village on one hectare, turf club on 80-90 hectare, lifestyle sports hub on 35-50 hectare, indoor stadium on one hectare, sports stadium on five hectare, eco-park on 10 hectare with 60-foot-wide approach road, health village on 10 hectare with 60% area for medical facilities, 30% area for residential and 10% area for commercial use on the pattern of IT park.

The document also suggests a hi-tech technology park on 10 hectare, where the permissible Floor Area Ratio would be 1.75 with maximum site coverage of 35%. Around 20% area would be left for green open spaces.

A senior GMADA official said the development authority had recently received the final notification on Mullanpur’s master plan from department of town and country planning. The LPA mentions the possibility of conserving and capitalizing upon the heritage resources available in Mullanpur area for tourism and cultural development.

Officials said once the expressway is constructed, Mullanpur LPA would be made more accessible to towns like Baddi and Anandpur Sahib.

‘‘State government has planned Mullanpur as a satellite town between Chandigarh and Mohali and the process to acquire land for these projects will be initiated soon,’’ said GMADA additional chief administrator Balwinder Singh

Chandigarh Airport Still Have to Get International Status

Chandigarh (Mera Chandigarh): The Direct air Link between City beautiful Chandigarh and Dubai was delayed due to non completion of new terminal building for the Chandigarh airport.

As to land and take off any international flight Chandigarh Airport needs designated area for customs and immigration authorities, who could not be possible in make shift current Chandigarh Airport.

So Chandigarh has to wait for more than six month to get tag as an International airport.

Narinder Sharma Inaugurates Development Work worth Rs 2.75 Crore at Zirakpur

Zirakpur (Mera Chandigarh): Narinder Sharma, president of Zirakpur Municipal Council and chairman of Mohali District Planning Board Chairman has inaugurated the development works worth Rs 2.75 crore at Peer Muchhalla on Sunday.

According to reports, Zirakpur will experience a numerous development in the coming years which include construction of the recently approved Civil Hospital building at Dhakoli in Zirakpur, plan of Government Girls College, Zirakpur, the laying of underground water and sewerage pipelines in the entire ZMC area, re-carpeting of roads.

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Chandigarh Admin to Develop New Transport Nagar at Daria Village (http://merachandigarh.org/chandigarh-news/new_transport_nagar_daria_village_chandigarh.html)

Chandigarh (Mera Chandigarh): The Chandigarh Administration has come up with an idea to build new transport Nagar at Daria Village for the transporters who make city beautiful Chandigarh as their stopover city.

As per the available information, Chandigarh administration has decided to build new transport Nagar at Daria village that will offer state-of-art facilities, including accommodation and recreational facilities, food joint, weigh bridge, dispensary, bank, ATM, petrol pump, booking counter, repair shop and telephone/communication facility to the transporters.

According to Sanjay Kumar, Finance Secretary, Chandigarh, the administration has sanctioned approximately 89 acres of land near the Daria village for the construction of new transport Nagar which is hailed by the transport association of Chandigarh.

However, they suggested that the area earmarked for transport Nagar should be increased to 150 acres instead of 89 acres.

To this effect, Chandigarh Home Secretary Ram Niwas has ensured the transporters that the administration will develop this new transport Nagar at Daria village with keeping in mind the requirements and satisfaction of the transporters, who make Chandigarh tricity as their stopover city

Chandigarh Signs MoU with Two Institutes for Education City Project

Chandigarh (Mera Chandigarh): Chandigarh administration has signed a memorandum of understanding with two institutes for allotment of space in the Education City (Educity) project.

As per the available information, Chandigarh finance Secretary Sanjay Kumar, Out of eight shortlisted institutions, has chosen two institutes named as Kelvani Mandal, Mumbai and Chitkara Educational Trust, Chandigarh for ‘Educity’ project in city on Thursday.

Bollywood Film-Makers Facilitated with Single-Window System to Shoot in Chandigarh (http://merachandigarh.org/architect/chandigarh_bollywood_film_makers.html)

Chandigarh (Mera Chandigarh): The Film-makers of Bollywood has now a reason to cheer as Chandigarh administration has introduced a single-window facility system for the film-makers to get easy permit to shoot in city beautiful Chandigarh.

As per the available information, With the introduction of single-window facility system at the Bollywood facilitation cell of Chandigarh Guesthouse, sector-6, the producers and directors will get an easy permit for shooting in near about areas of the city and for the same the administration has employed two persons from the Bollywood industry to guide the producers and directors with best shooting locations in Chandigarh.

Nirmal Chaya towers, Zirakpur. Dist. Mohali (http://www.pearlsinfrastructure.com/index1.html)

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Upgraded airports to make Punjab key biz, tourist hub (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/Upgraded-airports-to-make-Punjab-key-biz-tourist-hub/articleshow/5034291.cms)

CHANDIGARH: With the commencement of international flights from Mohali Airport, domestic flights from Sahnewal airport (Ludhiana) and upgradation of
its main one in Amritsar by 2010, Punjab is all set to be one of the key destinations in South Asia for tourists and businessmen.

Expressing satisfaction over signing of JV (Joint Venture) for Mohali airport, Sukbir Singh Badal Deputy Chief Minister Punjab said today in an official statement that this milestone will make the state one of the finest and most easily accessible tourist as well as business hub in South Asia.

He said that the starting of international flights from Mohali would have an economic multiplier effect on whole north India besides propelling the state into the zone of international trade and commerce.

He said that work on upgradation of tarmac, taxiway and civil lounge building has already begun and domestic flights from Mohali airport would start from June 2010 while the facilities at the International airport in Amritsar will be upgraded simultaneously.

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With the introduction of Rs 1.3 crore automatic vehicle tracking system (AVTS) equipped with global positioning system (GPS) technology, Chandigarh today became the third city after Mumbai and Delhi to have the latest technology.

The technology will help in locating the position of a Police Control Room (PCR) vehicle, along with the spot from where the information was received. The information will be displayed on a digital map installed at the Chandigarh police headquarters in Sector 9. There will not be any distortion in the sound received by the digital system.

During the inauguration of the modern Police Control Room equipped with latest GPS system and crime detection devices here, the UT administrator SF Rodrigues said the latest technology would be of no use in the absence of dedicated police force. He emphasised that the rule of law must be strictly adhered to without interference from any quarter.

DSP (communications) Roshan Lal said: “Soon after receiving the call, the detailed information about the caller, along with his address (if he calls from a landline number) will be displayed on the screen, along with the nearest available PCR vehicle. In case the informer calls form a mobile phone, his number will also be displayed. We are requesting the service providers to provide us with the tower location of the caller. Once that is done, the technology will help in tracing the hoax caller too.”

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I want to buy a flat in chandigarh anything under 5 lakhs.:cheers:

:nuts: HainG:-)

u can better buy some land in periphery for 5 Lac

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Godrej Properties, the real estate arm of the Godrej group, today announced setting up of its first commercial project in the northern region here with an estimated investment of Rs 200 crore.

"Godrej Eteria, which is coming up in Chandigarh, will be our first ever commercial project in north. It will involve an investment of Rs 200 crore," company's Executive Director Pirojsha Godrej told reporters here today.

Spread over 4.04 acres of land with a development size of 6.80 lakh square feet, the project will offer modern offices and retail spaces.

The project is expected to be completed within 30 months of its start of operations, he said.

GPL has entered into a joint development agreement with Zara Infrastructure along with other landowners for the development of this project.

On its initial public offer, company's Managing Director Milind Korde said that the company had submitted Draft Red Herring Prospectus with Sebi and was awaiting its clearance. "We are trying to come out with IPO within this year but we are awaiting the approval of Sebi," he said. However, he refused to divulge the amount to be raised through IPO.

Set up in 1990, the company has a land bank of 391.04 acres aggregating 82.74 million square feet of developable area located across India.

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The uncertainty surrounding the end of tenures of both administrator Gen (Retd) SF Rodrigues and adviser Pradip Mehra seems to have slowed down the pace of decision-making.

For instance, even weeks after RITES submitted the Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) of the Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) for the Metro Rail project, a final presentation before the core committee headed by Gen (Retd) Rodrigues is yet to be given.

Due to the delay, UT administration has not gone ahead and hired an agency for preparation of the detailed project report for the Metro Rail project so that the deadline of four years for putting the infrastructure in place could be met.

A UT official, however, denied this, and said since chief secretaries of Punjab and Haryana were also members of the committee; the Haryana elections had delayed the meeting.

UT administration is also sitting on the option of paying back Rs 47.75 crore deposited by Parsvnath Developers for the Film city project or forfeiting the amount as penalty if all negotiations fail.

Even the records pertaining to the project are with Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), the administration has virtually deciding to scrap the project following the application of Parsvnath to withdraw from the ambitious Rs 191-crore project, drawing curtains on the project.

Earlier, commenting on Parsvanth?s request for withdrawal, UT adviser Pradip Mehra had recommended a probe by a central agency into the project, contending that the benchmark figure of Rs 175 crore was ‘grossly undervalued’.

To be developed on 30 acres in Sarangpur, the project was awarded to Parsvnath in partnership with noted actor-director Satish Kaushik for Rs 191 crore in January, 2006.

Even after three years, the actual work at the site could not begin with the UT failing to provide ‘encumbrance-free’ land to the developers.

Inauguration spree

ON THE other hand, UT has been on an inauguration spree and Gen Rodrigues recently opened the building of Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC) even though it is not fully furnished. Also, the souvenir ship in Le Corbusier Centre had been there for some time but it was got inaugurated in the last week of his term.

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To ease traffic congestion choking city's arteries, the UT administration had decided to implement Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) to help roads breathe easy.

However, it will take some more time before the project finally takes off.

According to information, the administration had recently finalized a proposal to widen the key artery - Madhya Marg. But the move was stalled after the engineering department pointed out that heritage trees would have to be cut down for the same. As such, the option of compensatory planting did not seem a viable option.

Another plan to make sector-17 one-way was also put on the backburner after traders protested against it, fearing it would hamper their business prospects as visitors would have to travel extra distance to visit the area.

Discussing the issue, an official said, "Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) has been designated the nodal agency for construction of underpasses on the busy crossings on Madhya Marg. An agency will soon be finalized."

Earlier, the UT architecture department had pointed out that widening of Madhya Marg was an extremely difficult task.

Sources said last year it was decided to add another lane to Madhya Marg, but the idea of cutting trees made the idea unfeasible. It was later decided to construct slip-roads for slow moving vehicles and two-wheelers.

A survey carried out by the UT engineering department revealed that more than 35,000 vehicles took the Press Chowk route on Madhya Marg during peak hours every day.

This included over 11,500 two-wheelers, 12,000 cars and 250 buses and trucks. A substantial percentage of these are inter-state vehicles.

Adding to the comprehensive mobility plan (CMP) prepared by RITES, the department has suggested that one underpass be built between Sectors 22 and 35 to ease congestion. Besides, the roundabouts with high traffic density at Dakshim Marg can also be considered for building underpasses.

The CHB has already been entrusted the task of constructing eight underpasses on Madhya Marg to improve traffic chaos. Before work on the Metro Rail kicks off, the administration also needs to restructure the transport sector for better coordination between the departments concerned.

Commenting on the report prepared by RITES, a UT official said, "The transport sector is not adequately equipped to deal with the problems of urban transport."

The administration should plan to introduce the system after RITES presents the comprehensive mobility plan to UT next month.

Parikrama, Panchkula

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Naale ki gal ho gayi padosiyaan naal?

Waise hi mood kar riya C:-) Lain da:-))

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There is no need of underpass at Matka Chowk. It is more needed at Sec. 17 Bus Stand, or Piccadly Chowk. This Matka Chowk underpass is just so that these netas and babus have no hindrance in their way..

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Chandigarh having flyovers hmmm, about time.

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DLF sells 1,200 housing units worth Rs 500 cr at Panchkula (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/services/property-/-cstruction/DLF-sells-1200-housing-units-worth-Rs-500-cr-at-Panchkula/articleshow/5615752.cms)

NEW DELHI: Realty giant DLF has sold out 1,200 independent floors worth Rs 500 crore in the first phase of its integrated township at Panchkula
(Haryana) within just a week of launching the project.

DLF has sold more than 1,200 independent floors, covering 2 million sq ft of built up area since the launch of the project on February 18 in 'DLF Panchkula Valley', which the company said would be its "biggest township project outside Gurgaon."

^This project look hott

DLF Valley, Panchkula

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the bus looks ditto DTC.i feel they should have retained the BLUE color.

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India Trade Tower

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^It will consist of 19 floors and is part of a new proposed Business Park.

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The project was launched in May:

Aug 5: Omaxe launches India Trade Tower - The tallest commercial building of Punjab (http://www.omaxe.com/news.php?n_id=62)


Chandigarh, 05 May, 2010: Omaxe Ltd, today announced the launch of “India Trade Tower”, the tallest commercial edifice of Punjab in Mullanpur. This office cum shopping complex will be a part of proposed Global Business Park which will be an International hotel & business hub spread over approx. 26 acres. India Trade Tower will be a contemporary designed fully centrally air conditioned G+19 floors with a total area of 2,45,000 sq ft.

India Trade Tower will be a commercial district of modern times that offers business spaces in the form of extraordinarily designed office and retail spaces. It is proposed to offer 42,000 sq ft area dedicated to shopping and retail. However, 17 floors embracing an area of 1,85, 000 sq ft, are designed as commercial space. Besides, a floor of an area 18,000 sq ft is entirely covered with terrace podium, health club, food court and water body etc. India Trade Tower with a realization value of approx. Rs 120 cr is slated to be completed within 2.5 years from the commencement of construction.

Global Business Park, part of proposed integrated township Omaxe Chandigarh Extn, is proposed to be a first of its kind 360 degree world class international hub which will add new avenues to the business community. Strategically located amidst greens in Mullanpur, Global Business Park is proposed to have 5-star hotels & club, retail space, office space, service apartments, business suites invigorating a new work-eat-shop-fun culture in Punjab. This project will carry a realization value of approx. Rs 1000 crore.


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^^^^ very futuristic design, if they build as per the render then it will be amazing :banana::banana:

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First Ever "Solar Car Demonstration" with the help of British Council & British Library Chandigarh on 20th Feb 2010 at Gurukul Vidyapeeth South Campus, Banur. Mr. Tom Boddington & Ms. Natasha Samtha from Glyndwr University, Wales, UK gave the demonstration of the Solar Car.

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same solar car demonstration was done on 27th of January this year at IIT kharagpur during KSHITIJ.......

Chandigarh-based IFFPIL plans to develop mega food park in Punjab
Vijay C Roy / New Delhi/ Chandigarh August 31, 2010, 0:29 IST

A consortium led by Chandigarh-based International Fresh Farm Products India Ltd (IFFPIL) would develop Punjab’s first mega food park at Fazilka under a scheme of the Ministry of Food Processing. The project would involve capital investment of Rs 140-150 crore. The park, spread over 60-70 acres would not only boast of modern infrastructure, but would also promote agro-processing industries by offering plug-andplay type facilities. The company would submit its DPR in next 3-4 months.

The scheme involves 50 per cent of the project cost as grant from the Centre. The company has also written to the Punjab government for its equity participation to the extent of 15 per cent, which is under consideration. Officials in Punjab Agro Industries Corporation (PAIC), said IFFPIL had been awarded the project after Mumbai-based Unity Infraprojects Ltd consortium failed to make any headway.
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full article@http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/chandigarh-based-iffpil-plans-to-develop-mega-food-park-in-punjab/406394/ :D

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With over 190 water bodies and an equal number of silt detention dams in the Sukhna wildlife sanctuary, Chandigarh has been running one of the biggest soil conservation and rainwater harvesting projects for two decades. And the benefits have been made crystal clear in a new study.

The study conducted by a city-based NGO, Society for Promotion and Conservation of Environment (SPACE), has found a sizeable decline in the flow of silt into the Sukhna lake after the construction of these dams.

'This is an exemplary model not only in India but in the whole Asia continent as nowhere will you find this density of water bodies,' Santosh Kumar, Chandigarh's chief wildlife warden and conservator of forests, told IANS.

The water bodies are filled by rainwater and they feed the Sukhna lake, a prominent tourist destination here, round the year. The dams retain the silt and prevent it from entering the lake.

Besides, they provide ample water to the animals residing in the sanctuary and attract hundreds of migratory birds every year.

'These dams and water bodies are cleaned once every three to seven years, depending on their size and requirement.'

Sukhna Lake was constructed in 1958 across Sukhna Choe, a seasonal rivulet originating from the Shivalik hills, and formed an integral part of the Chandigarh master plan.

However, it was marred by excessive siltation from the adjoining Shivalik hills that posed a serious threat to its existence.

'The premature siltation of the lake became a cause of serious concern and the severity of soil erosion in its Shivalik catchment was not well realised before the lake was planned. The lake started silting right from the first year of its formation,' Santosh Kumar told IANS.

'Therefore, intensive soil and water conservation measures were taken up in the bordering Sukhna wildlife sanctuary. The measures included effective closure, large-scale plantation and construction of more than 190 water bodies and silt detention earthen dams,' he added.

Kumar said that these measures were systematically taken over a period of almost two decades and they have reduced the siltation rate of the lake from more than 140 tonnes per hectare per year to less than five tonnes per hectare per year.

'The 190 water bodies are very stable and functioning very well. At present, it seems that the Sukhna lake catchment area is floating on water. They preserve the rainwater and significantly support the wildlife.

'Besides, it helped in the reversal of degradation process and resulted in visible improvement in vegetation cover. The overall tree density of the sanctuary increased from 162 per hectare to 450 trees per hectare and bush density from 5,977 per hectare to 8,994 per hectare, during the last few years,' Santosh Kumar said.

Due to the thick vegetation, the leaf litter accumulation on forest floor increased from 2.05 tonnes to 4.4 tonnes per hectare which also resulted in increase of soil organic carbon.

The Sukhna wildlife sanctuary, spread over an area of 25.42 sq km, is fenced from all sides and was declared a protected sanctuary in March 1998.

A variety of butterflies, birds and animals like wild boar, pangolin, mongoose, deer, Indian civet, peacocks, Red Jungle Fowl and snakes like the Indian python and Russell's viper have made this sanctuary their abode.

Moreover, during the first-ever census at the sanctuary last month, officials found the pug marks of leopards and they have installed a camera here to ascertain the presence of the jungle cat.

Besides conserving soil and water, these water bodies attract a huge number of tourists every year.

In 2009, around 7,500 tourists visited the sanctuary and the number increased to 9,000 last year.

Source (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/Kalka-Zirakpur-traffic-to-pass-through-city/articleshow/7256479.cms)The work for construction of the railway over bridge (ROB) on a crossing in Zirakpur will cause inconvenience for motorists. From January 14 to 25, the Zirakpur-Kalka highway traffic will be diverted through Chandigarh as that stretch would be closed. This will add 10km to the journey for people who would otherwise take that route. The ROB is being built as part of a project for four-laning the Parwanoo-Zirakpur road.

From Zirakpur, motorists will have to drive towards the roundabout between Sector-29 an Industrial Area Phase-II. From there, the vehicles would move towards housing board light point via Sector 28-Transport Area crossing to head for Kalka. However, traffic from Panchkula to Zirakpur will still continue via Dhakoli.

Officials of National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) said that they would put signage at diversion points and added that traffic police had also been engaged for the task.

NHAI's project director Anil Dahiya said that though they had set a target of seven days to complete the work, there were chances that it could extend by another two to three days and therefore, traffic would be diverted for 10 days.

A senior official of Panchkula police stated that department had deployed cops at the said traffic diversion points. "We will coordinate with our counterparts in Zirakpur for smooth flow of traffic on the highway.'' Recently, NHAI officials had submitted its status report with Punjab and Haryana High Court in which they had stated that they finished 87.5% of the work on the section between Pinjore and Zirakpur.

Regarding the bypass from Pinjore to Parwanoo in HP, the submitted status report reads that progress achieved on the project was 75.10%. The bypass involves construction of 13 structures.

This road is the only entry for all over India to go to Shimla. They will bypass the old kalka town to go to Shimla with flyovers to reach Parwanoo towards Shimla

Source (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2011/20110112/main6.htm)To cash in on Chandigarh's stature of being the first planned city of the country, the Punjab Government has renamed its Mullanpur township on the city’s periphery, adjoining the PGI, as “New Chandigarh”.

The new name, “hijacked” from an earlier proposal by late Chief Minister Beant Singh, is likely to benefit all those who have a high stake in the area, be it politicians, bureaucrats or private builders.

The changed name has the stamp of approval of Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, who took the decision at a recent meeting of the Punjab Regional and Town Planning and Development Board chaired by him. Defending the decision, SS Sandhu, Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Department, said it was a normal practice to keep the name of a new township on the adjoining established major cities. He cited the example of Navi Mumbai to justify the decision. He claimed that the decision had been taken on the basis of a feedback from the public. At the meeting, which was also attended by the Financial Commissioner, Revenue, and Principal Secretaries of Revenue, Local Government, Commerce and Industry, Rural Development and Environment, it was decided that the Mullanpur Local Planning Area (LPA) as conceived in the masterplan be rechristened as New Chandigarh.

The logic given for the new name was that since the upcoming township was conceived as an “eco-friendly” urban settlement, it would be appropriate to rename it as New Chandigarh. However, there is more than what meets the eye. It appears that the Akali government has borrowed the name from the regime of late Chief Minister Beant Singh in 1993, when the New Chandigarh project was planned on the northern periphery of Chandigarh. But in the face of stiff opposition from the area residents, late Chief Minister Harcharan Singh Brar had subsequently abandoned the project. Interestingly, Parkash Singh Badal had opposed the New Chandigarh project then. Questioning the need to rename Mullanpur township as New Chandigarh, Jit Kumar Gupta, national vice-president of the Indian Institute of Architect, said: “As if the massive urbanisation allowed by Punjab in shape of high-rises on the Chandigarh’s periphery was not enough, the Punjab Government wants to now cash in on the name of City Beautiful.”

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The New Chandigarh project was conceived in 1993 during late CM Beant Singh’s regime. The project was grounded in the wake of stiff opposition from the area residents.

In 2000, the then Akali Govt revived the project and called it Anandgarh plan. But the Cabinet scrapped it in 2001. In 2008, the masterplan was prepared and it finally paved the way for New Chandigarh.

State’s logic: Township conceived as eco-friendly, so new name apt
Critics lament: Move to help colonisers

International cargo airport coming up in NCR

It would be set up in Haryana territory falling in the national capital region (NCR) of New Delhi on 3,000 acres


Chandigarh: An international cargo airport would be set up in Haryana territory falling in the national capital region (NCR) of New Delhi, Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda said.

Hooda said 3,000 acres of land has been identified for the project at Bhaini Maharajpur and Bhaini Bhairon villages near Delhi, reports IANS.

Hooda said the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has conducted the site survey and given the go-ahead for the project.

"The application has been filed with the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation for formal approval of the project," Hooda said.

http://www.igovernment.in/site/international-cargo-airport-coming-ncr-39118

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/infrastructure/chandigarh-city-for-500000-now-has-800000-vehicles/articleshow/7383997.cms

CHANDIGARH: When French architect Le Corbusier designed the modern city of Chandigarh in the 1950s, it was supposed to cater to a maximum population of 500,000 residents. Six decades on, this twin capital is still the 'City Beautiful', but houses almost 1.2 million people with 800,000 registered vehicles and an estimated 100,000 driving through every day.

In the 2001 Census, the population stood at 900,914.

With urban planning for Chandigarh not keeping pace with the growth of vehicles in the 114 square km city, a union territory which is also the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana states, congestion, chaos and accidents have become the order of the day.

Officials at the Registering and Licensing Authority (RLA) say that over 125 vehicles are added to the city's roads every day. And up to 40 percent of them are cars and other four-wheelers.

"Our workload has increased many times in recent years. Despite more windows for registration of vehicles, the rush is never-ending," an RLA official told IANS.

In 2010, 45,481 vehicles were registered in the city, the highest number registered in a single year. The figure was much less in previous years, 37,967 (2009), 33,577 (2008), 33,256 (2007), 33,777 (2006) and 29,697 (2005).

"Normally one registration series (9,999 numbers) gets over in three-four months. However, the CH-01-AE series got over in just one month in December," the RLA official said.

...

Chandigarh civic body to be e-Governed by 2013
Source (http://www.igovernment.in/node/39308)
The Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh will have all its functions computer-based within two years.

“The process of introducing e-Governance in the Municipal Corporation is already underway," Chandigarh Finance Secretary VK Singh said.

The e-Governance initiative, which is a mission mode project, is being taken under the National e-Governance Plan (NEGP) of the Central government.

Society for Promotion of Information Technology in City (SPIC) is the nodal agency for executing e-Governance in the Municipal Corporation. The aim of the project is to provide to citizens online services pertaining to the corporation.

Giving details of the project, Singh said the detailed project report for the municipal corporation’s e-Governance project had been completed and modalities were being worked out to select the system integrator.

Speaking at an executive committee meeting of SPIC, he also elaborated project reports for crucial projects such as e-Governance in Education Department and Urban Planning Department.

“The proposed Geographic Information System (GIS) for the Urban Planning Department will provide information regarding buildings, roads, traffic, street-lights, drainage and other services online. Through e-Governance in education, the department will consolidate the students’ database and the fees and examination processes will be computerised,” Singh stated.

SPIC is also the executing agency for implementation of computerisation of Government Medical College and Hospital here in Sector 32. Another major work being undertaken by SPIC is facilitating digitalisation of archives, pertaining to records of offices and buildings of the estate office.

City awaits for earlier proposals to take shape

Source (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/City-awaits-for-earlier-proposals-to-take-shape/articleshow/7543469.cms)
Even as the yearly exercise of presentation of the Union Railway Budget 2011-12 is scheduled for Thursday, Chandigarh, which had received prominence earlier, is yet to witness even one of the many proposals actually be implemented.

The railway station with an average footfall of 22,000 per week was the recipient of a lengthy list of promises by Union railways minister Mamta Banerjee in the last Budget of UPA-I in 2009 and the first Budget of UPA-II in 2010. However, in spite of the announcements, it seems that the authorities have deliberately cold-shouldered Chandigarh.

Be it the lofty proposal of the Union railways minister to transform the city's station into a world-class railway station, replete with air-conditioned waiting areas and things like that the ground reality is that not even a finger has been lifted to suggest that any sort of developmental works would be undertaken.

As far as world-class stations are concerned, a high-level committee from New Delhi conducted feasibility tests last year and the results for both Chandigarh and Ambala were not too encouraging, a senior official at Ambala division said. Having resigned to the fact that upgrading of the railway stations at Ambala and Chandigarh would take a few years, the official added, ''If faster trains are added to the existing fleet, we would definitely increase footfall at both the railway stations.''

Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Committee member Joginder Singh Bhogal said, ''These projects seem far-fetched as compared to providing basic amenities to the passengers. Authorities have to do a lot to provide quality food, drinking water and toilet facilities and ensure cleanliness on trains and stations.''

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Yellow stone Landmark Infocity

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Home buyers left in the lurch
Builders fail to give possession of homes in stipulated period (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2011/20110719/cth1.htm#8)

Contrary to the general opinion being created by the realtors about a new boom in the market, The Tribune has found that the genuine home buyers in this region have been hit hard by the lull in the real estate market. With most of the builders failing to give them possession of their homes, these buyers have been burdened with escalating home loan rates. On the other hand, most of the realtors, having made their profits by selling anything between 30-50 per cent of the project at exorbitant rates, have stopped construction at these project sites and re-invested the money in either enhancing their land banks, or ploughed money collected from one project into another.

Top executive with a leading multi-national company Dheeraj Gupta, who was supposed to get the possession of his apartment in Zirakpur in March this year, informed The Tribune that he was now feeling the pinch of paying a higher EMI instalment, even though he has not got possession of his apartment. “When I booked this apartment, I went into an agreement with the developer, according to which the developer is liable to pay me a penalty of Rs 5 per square feet (for the total area of the flat) in case he failed to give me possession in the time frame that was promised. I had already sold off the flat where I was living earlier and have now been forced to live on rent as I have not got the possession of the flat. This is not just true in my case, but for a large number of home buyers in Zirakpur, VIP Road, Peer Machalla, Dhakaula and Dhakoli, where possession has been delayed. A number of people have also taken these developers to the consumer court for failing to deliver the services,” he said.

http://www.punjabnewsline.com/content/world-class-bus-stand-mohali-be-operational-mid-october/32299

World class bus stand in Mohali to be operational from mid October

:banana::banana::banana:

MOHALI: The Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal today inspected the progress of construction of Rs. 500 crore first Air Conditioned Bus Stand cum 17 storied International Hotel of the country being constructed in the cyber city Mohali.

The Deputy Chief Minister went around the project and emphasized the need for making bus stand portion of the project operational by mid October this year. He said that this project was first of its own kind project in the country where the bus stand would be fully air conditioned and passengers would enjoy all those facilities that available in the International Airport.


It would have special arrangements for physically challenged persons the bus stand would have separate bus station for local, Inter & Intrastate buses and passenger transfer arrangement from one bus station to another bus station would be non interfering and smooth. Badal said that this project would be 17 storied project in which an international hotel, malls, multiplexes would provide total entertainment to the people of Punjab.


Badal said that this unique building would have roof top helipad facility. The Deputy Chief Minister asked Secretary Urban Development S.S.Sandhu to monitor this project on day to day basis so that bus stand portion could be dedicated to the people of state by mid October. He asked MD PRTC to personally monitor the bus parking and commutation plan so that there was no teething trouble after the launch of bus services from the bus stand.


Talking to media persons Mr. Badal said that Punjab Government was fully alive to the reports of threat to Bhakra Dam from Anti national outfits and was taking all possible steps. when asked about election rally programme being launched by Punjab Congress from mid august. Mr. Badal said that Congress party was a seasonal party that only wakes up at the time of election where as SAD BJP Government remains amongst the people 24x7x365 days.


Mr. Sarbjit Singh, Chief Administrator GMADA, Deputy Commissioner Mr. Varun Ruzam, SSP Gurpreet Singh Bhullar were also present on the occasio

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/Ready-Mohali-bus-terminal-by-mid-October/articleshow/9277208.cms

'Ready Mohali bus terminal by mid-October'

MOHALI: a progress review meet ing of Rs 500-crore first bus terminal cum commercial complex being constructed in the district was conducted on Monday.

Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal surveyed the 17-storey project and emphasized the need for making the bus terminal portion operational by mid-October.

He said the first-of-its-kind airconditioned project would ensure that passengers enjoy all facilities similar to those available at international airport.

He said, ''The bus stand would have special arrangements for differently-abled people. It would have separate bus station for local, inter and intrastate buses and passenger transfer arrangement from one bus station to another bus station would be non-interfering and smooth.''

Badal said the project in which international hotel, mall and multiplexes would provide complete entertainment to its customers. He added this unique building would have roof top helipad facility.

The deputy cm asked secretary urban development S S Sandhu to monitor the project on day-to-day basis so that bus stand portion could be readied as soon as possible. He also asked MD PRTC to personally monitor the bus parking and commutation plan.

How is it possible to make such a big project ready in just two months? October means August and September are only available. They must take their time and ensure that the ISBT is complete in every aspect and world-class in every sense of the term. If they rush it, if they botch it up in a hurry to open it quickly, it will be tragic. The project is really important for the city and if properly implemented will be a role model for other cities in India.

Chandigarh Mohali Panchkula has the following key projects coming up, which are crucial for its future:

1. Mohali ISBT-as given above in the link
2. Mohali ISB-will post some updates here on that as well
3. Chandigarh International Airport-going along slowly
4. Chandigarh Metro-only on paper, needed badly
5. Max Health may open a medical institute here-wait and see
6. New stadium (supposed to be coming up in Mullanpur)

What does the C-M-P region need to grow?

1. AIIMS equivalent hospital
2. Panchkula bus stand to be developed on the above lines as Mohali
3. Coordinate between all the three governments
4. After ISB, need to get top-quality educational institutions like it to set up.
5. More sports facilities since Punjab/Haryana are sports hubs. Setting up a proper golf course for rich people in the two states/other states will work wonders.
6. Good public transport across the tri-city (AC buses+metro rail on fast track)
7. World-class convention centre on the lines of HICC in Hyderabad/Dubai/Bangkok to attract MICE tourism.
8. Tap large Punjabi diaspora overseas for funds/knowhow.

http://blog.careermitra.com/2011/07/isb-mohali-future/


Indian School of Business, Hyderabad more popularly ISB Hyderabad a leading premier Business School in India will operate it’s new campus in ISB Mohali.

The ISB – Mohali campus is spread across 70 acres in the Knowledge City has been set up under the visionary leadership of the Government of Punjab and the generous support of Analjit Singh, Atul Punj, Pawan and Sunil Munjal, and Rakesh Bharti Mittal.

ISB Mohali will have 200 seats for its flagship management course and the campus is expected to be physical by 2012.

The four campuses housed in ISB Mohali are as below
Max Institute of Healthcare Management
The Max Institute of Healthcare Management Institute will impart industry relevant skill sets to students in this programme to meet India’s growing need for quality healthcare professionals.

Bharti Institute of Public Policy
The Bharti Institute of Public Policy institute will promote quality, research and full time courses in the area of Public Policy. This institute aims at creating a talent pool and providing meaningful insights, facilitating the policy making process in various strategic areas.

BML Munjal Hero Honda Institute of Manufacturing Excellence and Innovation
The BML Munjal Hero Honda Institute of Manufacturing Excellence and Innovation will be a premier institute in manufacturing excellence and innovation.

Punj Lloyd Institute of Physical Infrastructure Management
The Punj Lloyd Institute of Physical Infrastructure Management institute will play a critical role in generating a huge pool of skilled managers to meet not just India’s but also the global skills shortage in the construction industry. This institute will be offering managerial skills in the infrastructure management.

Information Sessions
The ISB will conduct Information Sessions to reach out to all prospective students. “This is a unique opportunity for you to meet our representatives and seek answers to any questions that you might have regarding the management programme of the ISB. Please register here to attend an Information Session in your city.” – a humble message on ISB Website read.

lot of good things going to happen in mullapur behind PGI, lot of my friends had purchased land there when it was dirt cheap

DLF Hyde Park,Chandigarh (http://dlfmullanpur.net/Default.aspx)

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CHANDIGARH: Punjab's empowered committee on mega projects cleared the first phase of Super Mega Mixed Use Integrated Industrial Park DLF Mullanpur , being developed by DLF Home Developers Limited over an area of 1,250 acre of land with an investment of Rs 2,700 crore at Mullanpur Local Planning Area under Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA)

ABOUT MULLANPUR
A state-of-the-art seven-star hotel being developed by Omaxe, coming up on 25 acre land, the hotel project outlay is Rs 200 crore. The construction activity is likely to take off soon as state government has allowed change of land use.

With coming up of luxury hotel in Mullanpur, tourism potential of this area would get a boost as the master plan presents an opportunity for a well-managed eco-town environment with a variety of new and exciting developments to encourage diversified growth in tourism that balances economic growth with environmental, cultural and community values.

State government has recently approved Golden Peak Township Private Limited, a mega housing project of Omaxe with an investment of Rs 202.5 crore for development of an integrated township consisting of row housing, villas and plots over an area of 185 acre is coming up at Mullanpur. DLF has planned to invest Rs 1,000 crore in Mullanpur for the mega township project on around 170 acre land to provide employment to 5,000 people.

Omaxe projects in mullapur (http://omaxechandigarh.com/)


About Project
Omaxe Group is launching its new project “CASSIA” in Mullanpur Chandigarh Ext. Omaxe Group is one of the leading real estate development and construction company with footprints in Township, Commercial – Shopping malls, Office spaces, SEZs and company have 31 town in 10 states in northern southern and central India.

Omaxe is the most innovative and first to introduce the concept of sample apartments. Omaxe have 40 group housing and integrated township projects which are in planning or construction stage.Omaxe have the concept of ready-to-move-in homes and luxury apartments and penthouse. Location of Omaxe Chandigarh Extn. Mullanpur near PGI will be an integrated and self sustained township over 300 acres at Mullanpur, Chandigarh.

Omaxe Ltd., announced the launch of ‘India Trade Tower’, the tallest commercial edifice of Punjab in Mullapur on May 05, 2010. This office cum shopping complex will be a part of proposed Global Business Park which will be an International hotel & business hub spread over approx. 26 acres. India Trade Tower will be a contemporary designed fully centrally air conditioned G+19 floors with a total area of 2,45,000 sq ft.

India Trade Tower will be a commercial district of modern times that offers business spaces in the form of extraordinarily designed office and retail spaces. It is proposed to offer 42,000 sq ft area dedicated to shopping and retail. However, 17 floors embracing an area of 1,85, 000 sq ft, are designed as commercial space. Besides, a floor of an area 18,000 sq ft is entirely covered with terrace podium, health club, food court and water body etc. India Trade Tower with a realization value of approx. Rs. 120 cr is slated to be completed within 2.5 years from the commencement of construction.

Euromast, how far is Mullanpur from Chandigarh?

One correction: Max Health is going to open a medical institute in G. Noida but nursing colleges in Bhatinda and Mohali.

it just on the northen boundary of chandigarh, donot know exact kms.Euromast, how far is Mullanpur from Chandigarh?

Euromast, what do you think is needed to make CMP region the next Bangalore/Hyderabad of North India?

Euromast, what do you think is needed to make CMP region the next Bangalore/Hyderabad of North India?

There is no space in Chandigarh.But Chandigarh is magnet.

Already International aiport is underway.

They are trying metro/BRTS.

There is lot more scope for expansion in surrounding area like Mohali dist and panchkula dist.Surrounding areas have land for residential & industrial development.

Heavy & polluting industries are not allowed in Chandigarh, thats why whole industrial area is separted from residential areas by a long stretch of mango garden.Chandigarh adminstration has already allowed the industralists to convert their lands into retail/office space/malls/multiplexes.

Lot of scopes for agro based industries/bio tech/IT parks along Chandigarh-delhi highway upto Ambala and some along Shimla highway. Baddi area(in Himachal Pardesh) bordering chandigarh is already favourite for pharama industries.

It is one of the most urbanised and high income area of India already. Just need some infra push

I don't think I want Chandigarh to become like Hyderabad or Bangalore, I love it the way it is right now. A good city to retire in with laid back people and good weather almost all year around.

^^ +1

We will anyways have lot of Bangalores/Hyderabads in India after 20 years but we may not have another Chandigarh. Chandigarh is in a different league altogether.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Joint-commissionerate-for-Panchkula-Ambala/articleshow/9330173.cms

CHANDIGARH: With the finance department finally giving a go ahead, Joint Police Commissionerate for Panchkula and Ambala is all set to launch. A notification to this effect is likely to be made within the next few days, officials in Haryana police headquarters said.

Once made operational, this is going to be third police commissionrate and it would be follow by launch of Karnal Commissioenrate having Karnal, Kurukshetra, Kaithal and Yamunanagar districts under it.

Besides control in crime, DCP and ACP level officers would be able to dispose of cases related to preventive arrests. Once the commissonerate is established, the powers of issuance and cancellation of arms licence shall be vested with DCPs. This power currently lies with deputy commissioner, who also acts as district magistrate.

Targeted to act against petty crimes, commissionerate shall be headed by an inspector general (IG) level officer designated as commissioner of police (CP) with one DIG level officer as joint commissioner of police (JCP) and five superintendents of police (SP) IPS level officers as deputy commissioners of police (DCP) with independent charges.

All this is in addition to 75 posts of deputy superintendent of police (DCP) level officers to be posted as ACPs and inspectors in the two districts at various offices.

"Earlier in December 2010, proposal to have commissionerate was mooted. But last week the finance department cleared files for this joint commissionerate and the one to be set up at Karnal. Setting up of commissionerate shall largely help in better crime control," said B S Sandhu, additional director general of police (law and order).

Enquiries revealed that one DCP each shall be appointed for Panchkula and Ambala, while rest three DCPs would be posted as DCP (crime and traffic), DCP rural (which would include rural belts of Ambala and Raipurrani block of Panchkula) and fifth shall be posted as DCP (headquarters).

I don't think I want Chandigarh to become like Hyderabad or Bangalore, I love it the way it is right now. A good city to retire in with laid back people and good weather almost all year around.

Bangalore was exactly like that pre-IT boom.

^^ +1

We will anyways have lot of Bangalores/Hyderabads in India after 20 years but we may not have another Chandigarh. Chandigarh is in a different league altogether.

All cities are unique. How can there be another bangalore/hyderabad?

Bangalore was exactly like that pre-IT boom.

Just like there cannot be another bangalore/hyderabad, there can never be another "like" Chandigarh :)

:lol:

http://www.indianexpress.com/news/mohali-to-get-eight-brand-new-sports-complexes-by-october-30/825201/0

By the end of this year, Mohali will be one of India’s leading sports cities. With the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) set to complete eight sports complexes by October 30, Mohali will well and truly be on the international map. As of now, it is known for the PCA Stadium but by November 2011 a newly constructed hockey astroturf stadium will host international matches. GMADA will spend Rs 90 crore on the construction of these eight stadiums.

The construction of the hockey stadium in Phase IX opposite the PCA stadium, spread over 19 acres of land, is in full swing. The seating capacity at the hockey stadium will be of 18,000. Speaking to Newsline, Mohali District Planning Committee Chairman N K Sharma said, “The work for these ventures was undertaken a few months back. The construction at every site is in full-flow. We aim to complete the work left at all eight stadiums by the end of October, so that athletes can hit training there by the end of this year. Till now, there have been no hindrances in the undertaken construction work and we hope to meet the deadline without any hassle.”

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He added, “In another five months, Mohali is going to emerge as the sports hub town of Punjab. These stadiums or sports complexes will be multi-purpose as they will have facilities where various sports like volleyball, badminton, tennis, and other sports can be played.” He also informed that Rs 17 crore would also be spent on sports accessories at these stadiums.The project of building the sports complex in Sector 78 is spread over 27 acres of land and will attract major tournaments as it will have a well-built and equipped velodrome and also facilities for popular sports like boxing, football, athletics and wrestling.

What could be another leap for the Mohali Sector 78 sports complex will be a 400-m synthetic track, which will be the only one in the Punjab region. Initially, GMADA planned to build a simple athletic track but keeping in mind the need and growing popularity of athletics, it decided to be in sync with modern requirements and come up with a synthetic athletic track instead.

Adding to this, Sharma said, “Athletics has tremendous following in our region. And international athletes train at the synthetic tracks. So a synthetic track becomes imperative. We aim to overhaul Mohali’s sports infrastructure with such facilities. The Centre has granted Rs 90 crore for doing so.”

With so much on offer, it seems that sports enthusiasts in the region will have best of sports facilities in the coming months. “Such initiatives will boost sports in Punjab and Mohali will become the centre of sports excellence. It was high time such initiatives and plans were undertaken, keeping in mind the growing popularity of sports. These days sports is part of everyone’s lives. It is on TV and other media outlets, schools and colleges etc. And aspiring sportspersons require facilities to hone their skills. Our athletes will finally be relieved to get a synthetic track. It was the need of the hour,” felt a hockey player who is based in Mohali.

http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2011-07-29/news/29829407_1_new-hospitals-max-healthcare-ceo-bhatinda-and-mohali

Max to set up 4 new hospitals at Rs 500 crore this year
PTI Jul 29, 2011, 05.17pm IST
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Max India Ltd.|
Max Hospitals

NEW DELHI: Max Healthcare on Friday said it will open four new super speciality hospitals in North India by November this year at an investment of nearly Rs 500 crore.

"Max Healthcare will be opening four new hospitals by the end of November, thereby adding 1200 beds," Max Healthcare CEO and Managing Director Pervez Ahmed told PTI.

The new hospitals, under the super-speciality category, will come up at Delhi (Shalimar Bagh), Dehradun, Bhatinda and Mohali.

The hospitals at Bhatinda and Mohali will focus on heart diseases, trauma and cancer and orthopaedics and would be under a public-private partnership mode with the Punjab government.
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Does anyone where I can find more details on the sectors of the Tricity? Like details from the master plan how the three cities were originally planned and the limits and boundaries or each city. It would be really nice if someone can tell or provide link which would show the development of the tricity over time and how different phases were constructed.

http://www.propjunction.com/images/masterplan/mohali.html

http://www.propjunction.com/images/masterplan/mohali.html

Thanks for the link!

So does Mohali continue with the sector numbering from Chandigarh? Because from the map I can see there is sector which are half in Chandigarh and rest in Mohali. I know that mohali and panchkula are remote cities of chandigarh, but are the plans of those similar to that of chandigarh interm of planned used of land?

What about Mullanpur and Zirakpur?

there are no half sectors . yes mohali sectors start with where chandigarh sector finish as numbers.Panchkula sectors start with no. 1.

Mullapur & zirakpur are on periphery, there are no sectors there yet.May be inMullapur they will start with sectors

there are no half sectors . yes mohali sectors start with where chandigarh sector finish as numbers.Panchkula sectors start with no. 1.

Mullapur & zirakpur are on periphery, there are no sectors there yet.May be inMullapur they will start with sectors

By half sector I was going by the link above it shows that boundary of Chandigarh and Mohali seem to be splitting some sectors.

Do you know how many sectors are part of Chandigarh? I think in some earlier posts you have said that there is not much room left to develop in Chandigarh. What about Mohali how many sectors are already developed? How many are there suppose to be according the masterplan?

upto sector 47 developed in 1990s. after 47 new sectors upto sector 56 are relatively new,developed in last 10 years. i m not sure about sectors in 50s though. i never went there, far away from my home.but i think they are in chandigarh not in mohali

chandigarh map (http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/chandigarh/chandigarh.htm)

most of these sectors in 50s have appartments which were absent in sectors upto 47

Thanks again for the info. It seems that every map that I look at shows boundary line between chandigarh and mohali show that sectors 50s (particularly 53-56) seems to be some on one side and rest in other.

@Euromast how would you compare the 3 cities? Advantages and Disadvantages for living and possible future growth?

@Knight:

Mohali-Government is taking up projects but the progress is v.slow
Panchkula-Existing infra is slow but Govt is not taking up too many projects
Chandigarh-City is well-organised but the rules on development restrict govt from doing anything and approvals are difficult to get as it is a UT

UT, Mohali, Zirakpur to get more multiplexes (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/UT-Mohali-Zirakpur-to-get-more-multiplexes/articleshow/9678413.cms)

CHANDIGARH: The Rs 2700-crore Faridabad-based SRS Ltd, which has its interests in cinema exhibition, retail and food courts will soon be bringing a slew of multiplexes and fine dining options to Zirakpur, Mohali and Chandigarh, among some more tier-2 and tier-3 cities of Punjab and Haryana.

Speaking exclusively to TOI, SRS Group president Tinku Singh, said that the company has allocated a budget of Rs 140 crore for north India and was particularly focusing on Zirakpur, Mohali and the Union Territory besides Ambala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Ferozepur.

"Punjab's lively and brand conscious people is the reason we want to invest in the cities there. Most of the people in cities like Amritsar and Ludhiana are widely travelled and have a fascinating lifestyle," Singh said.
While sharing the details of expansion plans, he said that the company plans to open 51 more multiplexes, 33 food and beverage outlets and 29 retail outlets across north India, including Punjab and Haryana.

Designed by RSP Architects:

Indian School of Business' Mohali campus

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Update - July 30
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Many more updates here:
http://www.isb.edu/MohaliCampus/ConstructionProgressupdates-July-2011.Shtml

I love Chandigarh, its such a clean/safe city! I love you Punjab!

a new IT Park in Panchkula designed by RSP Architects for Ananthraj Developers:

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North Country Mall, Mohali - on NH21
Website (http://www.northcountrymall.com)

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Updates - from August 2010

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walk through video of Omaxe's Global Business Park (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showpost.php?p=61824887&postcount=146) in Mullanpur:

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Savitry Greens, Zirakpur - U/C right now
website (http://savitrygreens.com/)

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Savitry City, Zirakpur
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Nice updates IU :cheers:

nice updates IU! :cheers:

Software export from chandigarh sees 31% growth
(http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/software-exportchandigarh-sees-31-growth/449899/)


The software exports from the Chandigarh capital region (comprising Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali) touched Rs 1565.33 crore in 2010-11, registering a growth of about 31 per cent over the previous financial year. The total exports from region in 2009-10 was to the tune of Rs 1196.58 crore.

Out of the total exports in 2010-11, exports amounting to Rs 852.33 crore was registered by units that are registered with the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), while the units in the SEZ recorded the figure as Rs 713 crore. This year, more than 10 new software companies registered with the STPI commenced operation from the region.

Infosys Ltd, Dell Internation Services (P) Ltd, IDS Infotech Ltd, Nvish Solutions (P) Ltd and Emerson Design Engineering Centre are the top five companies that performed well in terms of exports.

The region has attracted many new startups. Also, the number of IT/ITES units increased from 145 in 2002-03 to 242 in 2010-11. Further, STPI had earlier stated that the growth in this region had been fuelled largely by the growth of small and medium enterprises.

“In 2010-11,” STPI joint director and centre head (Mohali) Ajay P Sirvastava said that not less than 10 new small and medium IT enterprises registered with its started operation. They included IBM Daksh Business Process Services Ltd, Dot Technologies, Credentia Business Process (P) Ltd, Ovirtue INC, Communox Collasist (P) Ltd, he told Business Standard.

The units are registered with STPI and occupy the top three positions in terms of exports in 2010-11: Infosys Technologies Ltd (from Chandigarh), Dell International Services (I) Pvt Ltd (from Punjab) and IDS Infotech Ltd.

Overall, in 2009-10, the software exports from Chandigarh region was to the tune of Rs 1196.58 crore (including exports from SEZ). Whereas in 2008-09, the software exports from STPI units was to the tune of Rs 731.85 crore and exports from SEZ was Rs 318.08 crore.

Also, in order to facilitate the IT companies registered with it, STPI is setting up a new office in Mohali (Punjab) with an investment of Rs 40 crore. Spread over 1 lakh square feet, the office will have centres for data and incubation along with an administrative office. The proposed facility, spread over 60,000 square feet, is likely to be completed in two years.

Cheers. There's a lot of construction going on in the tri-city region that hasn't been highlighted on SSC. Mohali is swiftly expanding westward and absorbing villages along the way.

Here are the sites of some new residential projects under construction:

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1. TDI City by TDI Group - Website (http://www.tdigroup.net/integratedtownship/tdi-mohali.html)
Sector 110,111

2. Uniworld City by Unitech Group - Website (http://www.unitechgroup.com/residential/uniworld-city-mohali/index.asp?links=p1&pro=executive-floors-mohali&pro_type=1)
Sector 97

3. & 4. Mohali Hills by Emaar MGF - Website (http://emaarmgf.com/mohalihills/index.asp)
Sectors 109,108 & 105

5. Pearl City by Pearl Infra - Website (http://www.pearlsinfrastructure.com/pearls_city_mohali.php)
Sector 100

6. Ireo Rise by Ireo Group - Website (http://www.ireoworld.com/ireorise/)
Sector 98 & 99

Mohali 2031 masterplan created by Jurong (Singapore) on PUDA's website (http://puda.nic.in/users/masterplan):

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Is Mullanpur adjacent to Chandigarh and Mohali?

^Yup. It is connected to Mohali via Peripheral Road#4 (PR4). Here is the masterplan for Mullanpur:

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Thanks, are they any advantages/disadvantages that one can think of in Mullanpur vs Mohali or other surrounding areas?

Mohali is an extension of Chandigarh and has a well established social infrastructure - schools, malls, hospitals, recreational areas. It's also closer to the airport. Infact the new international terminal is coming up in Mohali.

Mullanpur is an upcoming town but pretty much consists of villages + agricultural fields right now. I've only come across 2 residential projects - one by DLF and another by Omaxe. Omaxe's Global Business Park (see the video a couple of posts above) is also going to be constructed there. It'll be a while before it becomes a self sustaining town like Mohali or Panchkula.

Mullapur is touted as "New Chandigarh" by Punjab govt. It is behind PGI, north of chandigarh. Most of IAS/senior officers and politicians have bought land there and it will be on metro radar.Thanks, are they any advantages/disadvantages that one can think of in Mullanpur vs Mohali or other surrounding areas?

Bestech Square, Sector 66, Mohali -> Mall + Hotel + Office Space + Residential
Website (http://www.bestechgroup.com/commercial/bestech-business-tower-mohali/index.asp?links=bl1&pro=bestech-business-tower-mohali&pro_type=2)

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They've started to construct the Business towers:

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July Update

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More updates here (http://forterealtors.com/commercial/bestech)

Mohali Junction, Sector 57 - ISBT, 10 screen multiplex, retail, office and hospitality
Website (http://www.mohalijunction.com)

Renders:
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April Updates:

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Late news

GMADA finally set to launch Mullanpur urban estate Phase 1 on September 21, 2011

GMADA is finally all set to launch the Mullanpur Urban Estate Phase I. The Scheme will Open on September 21 and end on October 21. The draw of lots would be held on November 30. The urban estate would be called as Ecocity.

Here are a few key points in the scheme:
Eco city, mullanpur is just 7 kms from PGI chandigarh.
95% of the payment has to be made within the first three months of allotment and the rest 5% will be paid at the time of possession.The six biyearly installment plan has been reinstated again.
The scheme offers 740 plots out of which 41% will go to reserved categories. The plots would range from 100 to 500 sq yards.
The scheme is open only to bonafide residents of punjab and chandigarh. The allottees will need to give atleast 3 proofs of their residence in punjab/chandigarh for last five years. However, Tentatively you dont need to provide residence proof at the time of application.
Successful applicants of sector 76 to 80 and Aerocity allotments are not eligible.
The allotment price would vary from 15,000 to 19,000 per sq yard. The bigger the plot, more the money that one would need to shell out.

link (http://chandigarhreality.blogspot.com/2011/09/gmada-all-set-to-launch-mullanpur-urban.html)

New buses to strengthen road transport

Source: TOI (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/New-buses-to-strengthen-road-transport/articleshow/10813826.cms)
With a view to encourage city commuters to use more public transport, UT is all set to buy 86 red and green coloured buses. These buses that will be deployed on the local routes and would be replacing old buses, would ensure commuters a comfortable and prompt service. With the starting of these buses, it would also be ensured that waiting time is reduced.

The new buses are being introduced to improve road transport in view of the upcoming metro rail project which would require a prompt and sustainable bus service providing connectivity to the metro stations.

Talking to TOI, director of Chandigarh Transport Undertaking, Sunil Bhandari said, "We have prepared a proposal to buy 86 attractive red and green coloured buses which has been sent to the UT administrator. With the addition of these new buses, we would be phasing out our old buses and ensure a safe and enjoyable service to commuters."

The earlier lot of colourful buses that were added to the city bus fleet, had led to the number of passengers going up considerably, as these had caught the fancy of people, especially the college-going crowd.

"Moreover, we have to strengthen road transport before the ambitious metro rail project takes off. We are shortly going to start a public campaign to propagate the use of public transport to decrease the volume of traffic on city roads," said a CTU official.

Thanks for sharing nice information..I have been looking information on the best tourist places..This discussion has solve my concern to a great extent...
I am very grateful ...


(http://www.thefortramgarh.com/)

With MIT Sloan, Munjals will set up manufacturing institute

http://www.dnaindia.com/money/report_with-mit-sloan-munjals-will-set-up-manufacturing-institute_1623716

Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Sloan School of Management will set up the Munjal Global Manufacturing Institute at the upcoming campus of the Indian School of Business (ISB) at Mohali, Punjab.

The development is part of the initiatives of the Munjals, the promoters of Hero Group, to introduce cutting-edge research and management practices in the manufacturing sector.

Charles Fine, a co-director of MIT Sloan’s international motor vehicle programme, is associated with the programme at the Munjal institute.

“One of the unique features of the institute is going to be a focus on research in manufacturing. In fact, there is no institute in India today which looks at manufacturing with a thorough perspective,” said SK Munjal, joint managing director of Hero MotoCorp.

The ISB has been working on setting up a new campus at Mohali with four specialisations — healthcare management, infrastructure management, public policy and manufacturing — with the association of the Bharti, Max, PunjLloyd and Hero groups.

The campus is expected to cost about Rs200 crore with the four sponsors sharing the cost equally.

The Hero group has taken the responsibility of setting up an institute focusing on manufacturing. “Currently, the contribution of manufacturing to the GDP is lower than that of services. There is a need to change the current mix of economy in terms of services versus manufacturing. As we become more global, there is a need to be more globally competitive,” said Munjal.

The institute will start taking in students from April 2012. However, these would be lateral entries rather than freshers.

According to Munjal, it makes more sense to train those with 3-5 year experience in the best practices in the sector than focus on freshers.

The business school of MIT would support the Munjal Institute by providing faculty support and curriculum design in the area of manufacturing, offer joint executive education programmes and facilitate joint action learning projects for management students.
This is over and above the association the ISB has with the Wharton School, Kellogg School of Management and London Business Schoo

UT has big plans for next 5 years

Source (http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/ut-has-big-plans-for-next-5-years/919035/)
Introduction of the Metro, new bus stands, additional hospitals, schools, stress on heritage conservation and construction of eight underpasses are some of the proposals that the city can look forward to in the next five years. The UT Administration finalised its proposals that would form part of the 12th Five-Year Plan.

The 12th Five-Year Plan for 2012-17 has been proposed at Rs 5530.79 crore and the Annual Plan for 2012-13 at 750.70 crore. A variety of proposals have been mooted for different departments.

While provisions would be made for the continuation of ongoing proposals, a few new ones are likely to see the light of the day. The proposals would be sent to the Centre for approval.

The 11th Five-Year Plan (2007-12) had been approved for Rs 2,132 crore and after the revised increase in outlays, the plan size had touched Rs 2380 crore. The UT Administration has demanded almost double that amount for the 12th Five-Year Plan.

Education

Additional hostels for women would be constructed in the city colleges including GCG-11, GC-11, GCG-42, CCET, etc. As many as 18 new school buildings would be constructed in southern sectors and periphery. Vidya Sadan would be constructed. The Rastrya Madyamik Shikshya Abhiyan would be implemented. Technical Education Quality Improvement Project Phase-II would be implemented. Right to Education Protection Authority (REPA) under the RTE Act would be constituted. Providing free uniforms, reimbursement of expenditure of private schools under RTE, introduction of additional vocational sections as well as upgradation of facilities in schools and colleges is on the agenda.

Health

The Administration has proposed upgradation of a health centre in Sector 22 and CMC Manimajra into 100 bedded hospitals. The polyclinic in Burail would be upgraded to 50 bedded hospital. Facilities would be provided to rural health centres and those at Government Multispeciality Hospital, Sector 16 would be strengthened.

Transport

There would be introduction of Metro Rail, new buses and light rail transit to strengthen public transport. A multilevel parking lot would be constructed at ISBT Sector 43. Four new bus stands would be created near PGI, Manimajra, Dadumajra and Sector 31. As many as 208 buses would be replaced. The existing bus stands would be upgraded. Link roads would be widened.

Heritage Conservation

Provisions have been made for completion of the unfinished projects in the original plan of the city. Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee would be constituted. Green Code would be implemented in Chandigarh.

Municipal Corporation

Funds would be allocated to the MC for upgradation of water supply, development of roads, strengthening sewerage and storm water drainage system, streetlights, etc.

Social Security

A new senior citizen’s home would be set up in Sector 34. Implementation of the New Pension Scheme, construction of creches and anganwaris would be done. Provisions would be made for the ongoing schemes like supplementary nutrition programme, welfare of handicapped, etc.

Other Projects

Implementation of the Model Solar City Programme and restructuring of the power distribution network would be done. A new Secretariat building would be made. Provisions have been made for completion of the Slum Rehabilitation scheme, building auditorium at Beant Singh Memorial Trust and Kala Bhawan. As many as eight underpasses would be built near Transport Chowk, Piccadlly Chowk, ISBT-17, Kisan Bhawan, Cricket Stadium and Matka Chowk among others.

2 projects in sector 17 -

Multi-level parking set to roll out (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/Multi-level-parking-set-to-roll-out/articleshow/12227256.cms)
CHANDIGARH: All the drawings of the much awaited multi-level parking lot in Sector 17, which will be able to accommodate 950 to 1,000 four wheelers at a time, have been cleared by the architecture wing of the UT administration.

The two-wheelers will be parked on the surface, while the rest of the three basements would be for four- wheelers. After clearance from the UT architecture wing, the civic body has started preparing the financial estimate of the project, which would be placed before the house during its meeting later this month.

With a view not to interfere with the look of Sector 17, instead of constructing floors on its surface, the multi-level parking lot will have three basement floors and a surface level for parking vehicles.
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Giving details, an official of the engineering wing of the MC said that they have started preparing the financial estimate of the project which would be between Rs 40 to Rs 50 crore and it would be placed before the house during its upcoming monthly meeting for approval, so that work can start in the coming two months.

The project is coming up near Gurdev studio in Sector 17, situated opposite the Reserve Bank of India building.


Pedestrian underpass to lessen chaos in Sector 17 (http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-10/chandigarh/31142933_1_underpass-architect-wing-ut-administration)

CHANDIGARH: In a bid to make Sector 17 a vehicle-free zone, the heart of the city will have an underpass near Neelam Cinema as part of the plan. The architect wing of the UT administration in its proposed plan has finalized a subway which will come up near Neelam Theatre and connect it with the area near Football stadium.

As per the proposed plan to make the entire sector pedestrian friendly, one bridge is already existing and other one has been planned on the road stretch connecting KC theatre with Taj Chandigarh and road leading directly from circus ground to MC was the only road, which need either a subway or an overbridge where people could cross that road.

"The proposed underpass in Sector 17 will be constructed in such a manner that pedestrians can easily cross the road and go to the other. The planning of the project is yet to be done by the authorities," said an official, declining to be named.

Mohali Junction, Sector 57 - ISBT, 10 screen multiplex, retail, office and hospitality
Website (http://www.mohalijunction.com)

Renders:
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CC: myself

as of Mar 1

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Link (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2012/20120314/cth1.htm#7)

2 projects in sector 17 -

Multi-level parking set to roll out (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/Multi-level-parking-set-to-roll-out/articleshow/12227256.cms)



Pedestrian underpass to lessen chaos in Sector 17 (http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-10/chandigarh/31142933_1_underpass-architect-wing-ut-administration)

Medicity tops GMADA’s priority list
Authorities will auction plots to private players in the medicare hub soon

Medicity project in Mullanpur tops the priority list of the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA).
Apart from developing various roads under the Mullanpur master plan, the authorities will soon auction plots to private players in the medicare hub that has been planned over 97 acres to the north of the PGI, Chandigarh.

The development follows a meeting chaired by the Deputy Chief Minister, Sukhbir Singh Badal, regarding the status of development projects in Mohali area. It is learnt that the PCA officials have also been asked to speed up the construction of cricket stadium at Mullanpur before the next World Cup.

Sources in GMADA said though the PGI had also sought land in the Medicity, the government was keen on giving the land to certain private players in the medical care sector who already had stakes in Punjab. The medi care hub will have hospital complexes, infrastructure for the allied services, and also residential complexes for their staff within the campus. It will be self-contained campus, with the best of housing facilities for doctors and other hospital staff members within the area. The mode of transfer of land to the hospitals was being worked out.

The government was keen to develop Mullanpur as one of India’s best medical hubs. Besides, the widening of the Mullanpur-Siswan road has already begun and a survey has been started to under take planning of the Mullanpur Ecocity.

Mullanpur master plan

As per the Mullanpur master plan, a state-of-the-art health village, knowledge village and eco-tourism related activities have been planned on the foothills of Shivalik Hills. Consultants for the project, Jurong Ltd, has proposed recreational facilities like amusement park, spa village, open-air theatres, theme parks and lifestyle hub, including a golf course and sports facilities, around the seasonal rivulets passing through the area. Only low-density urbanisation has been recommended. Due to proximity of the area to Chandigarh, the Medicity has been planned along the Chandigarh-Siswan-Baddi road.

Link (http://www.tribuneindia.com/2012/20120328/cth1.htm#7)

The dreams of big buildings in Chandigarh is really gonabe true.

India Trade Tower (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showpost.php?p=83948283&postcount=203) - 19 floors

June update from their website (http://www.omaxe.com/Integrated-Projects/NewChandigarh/Omaxe-New-Chandigarh-India-Trade-Tower/107/overview.html):

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This is going to be a part of Omaxe's Global Business Park and will feature more towers in the future.

Hey guys, do you remember Suncity Parikrama? A 18 story Project in sector-20 Panchkula? http://images01.olx.in/ui/8/06/82/1281710759_86740482_1-Pictures-of--Suncity-Parikrama-Flats-Sector-20-Panchkula-Call-91-9780241848-1281710759.jpg
Well I went to that place 2 weeks back. Already 6 towers have reached 18 Floors and several others have reached 12-15 floors! When i asked the project incharge, he told me that the whole project would be completed in 1.5 Year from now! Isnt it great! I have also taken some pictures..

Here are the update pics. Enjoy!!:cheers:

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2012-06-20-1226 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7573325942/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

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2012-06-18-1214 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7573326348/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

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2012-06-20-1227 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7573326852/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

Hi guys just got some recent updates of the above project looks HUGE!
Check out these caps!!
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http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8456/7920023108_59b5071935.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920023108/) 2012-09-02-1385 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920023108/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/7920020858_b9d86b11fc.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920020858/) 2012-09-02-1389 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920020858/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8034/7920020060_ec7eee08c1.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920020060/) 2012-09-02-1390 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920020060/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

Here is the pic of 300 ft High Minar E Fateh in mohali!
Sorry for the bad quality!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/7920134834_cf81f9dd52.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920134834/) 2012-08-31-1376 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/7920134834/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

Thanks 4 the updates :cheers:

Construction of rail underbridge near Mauli Jagran begins (http://www.indianexpress.com/news/construction-of-rail-underbridge-near-mauli-jagran-begins/1026114/)

The work for construction of the rail under bridge near Mauli Jagran started on Friday. The road has been closed for traffic for nine months. Once the construction is completed, it will provide another route for commuters to reach Panchkula. The road on the stretch had been widened several months back. However with the construction of RUB not having been undertaken, it was not feasible to use the stretch.

While the construction has been undertaken by the Railways, the cost has been shared with the UT Administration. The proposal had been in the pipeline for several years, but was hitting one road block after the other. Recently after all clearances were received, the tenders were floated and work has been started.

The commuters to and from Panchkula do not have many options where routes are concerned. While Chandigarh is connected to Mohali through several roads, there are not many to Panchkula. This leads to traffic congestion on the road from Madhya Marg towards the Housing Board lightpoint especially during morning and evening hours.

10-storey building in 48 hours, Sukhbir to lay foundation stone tommorow. :cheers: (http://www.punjabnewsline.com/news/10-storeys-building-in-48-hours_-Sukhbir-to-lays-foundation-.html)

http://punjabnewsline.com/story_image/1354106128sukhbir%20badalll.JPG
CHANDIGARH: The Deputy Chief Minister Punjab S. Sukhbir Singh Badal will lay the foundation stone of 10-storey building INSTACON to be constructed in 48 hours on November 29 in the Industrial Phase I of SAS Nagar (Mohali).

While referring about the salient features of 10 storey building the brain behind the project, S. Harpal Singh maintained that this is the first building of its kind in the country first of its kind in India, is unique in many ways. He further said that all the components were manufactured in the factory, pre-fitted with floors, water supply, wirings, sanitation, air conditioning ducts and everything else. These are then shifted in state-of-the-art transporting vehicles to the actual site for installation.

S. Harpal Singh added that “The ultra fast mechanism helps save energy in quantums in comparison to traditional construction methods. One can get revenues from the investment within days. Though the cost is almost the same as incurred using conventional techniques, there is lot of gain in saving man-days of work and terms of manpower days and overcoming inflationary increases”.

He maintained that this technology as it unfolded today has vast potential to totally revolutionize the much-needed Infrastructure Technology in the country by rapidly speeding up the construction of Commercial towers, Luxury hotels, High-rise buildings, Hospitals, Educational institutions, Universities and Retail outlets.

He urged the planners, architects, engineers, builders, infrastructure developers, hoteliers to come and see themselves the unique and modern innovative technology is being adopted by the INSTACON. :cheers:

10-storey building in 48 hours, Sukhbir to lay foundation stone tommorow. :cheers: (http://www.punjabnewsline.com/news/10-storeys-building-in-48-hours_-Sukhbir-to-lays-foundation-.html)

http://punjabnewsline.com/story_image/1354106128sukhbir%20badalll.JPG
CHANDIGARH: The Deputy Chief Minister Punjab S. Sukhbir Singh Badal will lay the foundation stone of 10-storey building INSTACON to be constructed in 48 hours on November 29 in the Industrial Phase I of SAS Nagar (Mohali).

While referring about the salient features of 10 storey building the brain behind the project, S. Harpal Singh maintained that this is the first building of its kind in the country first of its kind in India, is unique in many ways. He further said that all the components were manufactured in the factory, pre-fitted with floors, water supply, wirings, sanitation, air conditioning ducts and everything else. These are then shifted in state-of-the-art transporting vehicles to the actual site for installation.

S. Harpal Singh added that “The ultra fast mechanism helps save energy in quantums in comparison to traditional construction methods. One can get revenues from the investment within days. Though the cost is almost the same as incurred using conventional techniques, there is lot of gain in saving man-days of work and terms of manpower days and overcoming inflationary increases”.

He maintained that this technology as it unfolded today has vast potential to totally revolutionize the much-needed Infrastructure Technology in the country by rapidly speeding up the construction of Commercial towers, Luxury hotels, High-rise buildings, Hospitals, Educational institutions, Universities and Retail outlets.

He urged the planners, architects, engineers, builders, infrastructure developers, hoteliers to come and see themselves the unique and modern innovative technology is being adopted by the INSTACON. :cheers:

Chandigarh starts work on a 10-storey building in 48 hours

PICS FROM HERE (http://www.ndtv.com/photos/news/chandigarh-starts-work-on-a-10-storey-building-in-48-hours-14253/slide/6)

http://drop.ndtv.com/albums/NEWS/mohalibuilding/1.jpg

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A 10 storey building in 48 hrs?? Thats awesome!!

North Country Mall, Mohali - on NH21
Website (http://www.northcountrymall.com)

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Mohali Junction, Sector 57 - ISBT, 10 screen multiplex, retail, office and hospitality
Website (http://www.mohalijunction.com)

Renders:
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http://pictube.ru/images/GzVUF.jpg

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Elante Mall (L&T) (http://www.elante.in/) (I&B Park Phase I)(Opening Winter 2012)

Renders
http://i.imgur.com/szHyi.jpg

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Updates
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Designed by RSP Architects:

Indian School of Business' Mohali campus

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Omaxe's latest tower in there integrated township project.

International Trade Tower - 25 floors

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/1131/limage167610internation.jpg

Website (http://www.omaxe.com/Integrated-Projects/NewChandigarh/Omaxe-New-Chandigarh-International-Trade-Tower/167/overview.html)

tdi City, Mohali

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The iconic 48 hrs building!! ;)

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Whoa! Thank you, but can you please re-size it so we can have a better look.

Large, night view of the International Trade Tower -

http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/507/omaxetower.jpg (http://noidapropertyhub.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/omaxe-tower.jpg)

Source (http://noidapropertyhub.over-blog.com/article-omaxe-commercial-project-itc-greater-noida-109457262.html)

Aerocity Mohali U/C (http://www.panoramio.com/photo/88694583)

http://static.panoramio.com/photos/large/88694583.jpg

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:)

Tower for Shiwalik Group (http://www.shiwalikgroup.com/).

http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/4924/shi009.jpg

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Source (http://www.mzmarqs.com/obras_&_proyectos/56_Shiwalik_Tower/e-SHI.htm)

Hi Guys, was just driving thru mullanpur, saw India Tower under construction, couldnt help but take some pics! ;)
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8119/8693175410_9f2f4d5333_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/8693175410/) IMG226 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/8693175410/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8693177342_95d1444f6e_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/8693177342/) Omaxe Chandigarh (http://www.flickr.com/photos/82652124@N05/8693177342/) by ayush149ayush1985 (http://www.flickr.com/people/82652124@N05/), on Flickr

Thank you Ayush. ITT is coming along nicely, almost T/O!

Please get us updates whenever possible :)