PDA/PUDA to hold e-Auction of properties; remarkable development projects undertaken by authorities-Rana
Kanwar Inder Singh/ royalpatiala.in News/ February 1,2025
The Patiala Development Authority (PDA) has planned to generate Rs.200 crore in revenue through e-auctions in 2025.
In 2024, PDA set a new record by collecting Rs.160 crore through e-auctions. These insights were shared by PDA’s Chief Administrator, IAS Manisha Rana, while providing details about the remarkable development projects undertaken by the authority in recent times.
Manisha Rana stated that after assuming the role of Chief Administrator, she conducted meetings with the Planning Wing, Engineering Wing, and relevant staff to identify irregular and vacant chunk sites, commercial spaces, and reserved areas under PDA/PUDA, making them viable for development. As a result, Rs.160 crore was raised through e-auctions held in September and October 2024, setting a new record. She further mentioned that PDA anticipates collecting Rs.200 crore in revenue through e-auctions in March 2025.
The Chief Administrator highlighted that PDA’s jurisdiction covers Patiala, Nabha, Barnala, Malerkotla, Dhuri, Amloh, Lehragaga, and Moonak. Over the past five years, pending cases related to Urban Estate, PUDA Enclave-1, and other locations have been resolved, resulting in financial benefits for PUDA. The sale of these sites in upcoming e-auctions is expected to further boost revenue.
PDA/PUDA to hold e-Auction of properties; remarkable development projects undertaken by authorities-Rana. She provided updates on the 12 Kuan Lehal Mandal site near Model Town, stating that long-pending electrical work at the site had been resolved in coordination with PSPCL. The electrical work is almost complete, and allotment letters are being issued to the site allottees. Additionally, vacant plots will be included in future e-auctions.
Focus on Waste Management and Public Amenities
Manisha Rana emphasized that to address the issue of wet and dry waste for residents of Urban Estate Phases 1, 2, 3, and 4, an MRF Center has been constructed in Phase-4 at a cost of Rs.3.33 crore, along with the development of 120 compost pits. Furthermore, three parks have been developed in PUDA Enclave-1 (Animal Husbandry site) at a cost of Rs.86 lakh.
Notably, under the leadership of PDA Chief Administrator Manisha Rana, public toilet facilities have been provided in the Urban Estate Phase-2 market through CSR funding from banks. Additionally, long-pending demands of the Resident Welfare Association have been fulfilled in record time.
Appreciation from Resident Welfare Association
The Resident Welfare Association welcomed PDA’s recent initiatives. Ranjit Singh, President of Urban Estate Phase-2 (10 Marla), expressed gratitude to PDA’s Chief Administrator and staff, stating that the construction of roads and public toilets in Phase-2’s 10 Marla plots was completed in record time, showcasing the commendable efforts of the entire PDA team.
