Mullanpur, Chandigarh

Chandigarh's Leisure Valley in Sector 10, once envisioned as the 'Lungs of the City,' is suffering from neglect with broken tracks, waterlogging, and poor sanitation. A Rs 2.34-crore project has been approved for its comprehensive revamp, aiming to make it more disabled-friendly and visitor-friendly.

A portion of the dividing road between Sectors 33 and 45 in Chandigarh has caved in due to heavy rains, highlighting weaknesses in the city's civic infrastructure. The municipal corporation has barricaded the area, and an investigation is underway to determine if the storm water pipeline contributed to the collapse.

A city-wide survey by the Municipal Corporation has identified over 250 under-construction structures as illegal, with more still under scrutiny. Violations include construction without approved plans, commercial activities in residential areas, and significant deviations from sanctioned maps.

The 27.37-km Mohali-Sirhind Greenfield Highway is nearing completion and is expected to open by September. This new highway will significantly reduce travel time between Mohali and Sirhind to approximately 30 minutes, and between Patiala and Chandigarh to just one hour.

MC House has postponed the decision to invite tenders for the operation and management of 89 paid parking lots. While the MC proposed a 30-40% increase in parking rates, the Mayor indicated a preference for smart parking solutions without burdening residents. The House also rejected a significant increase in penalties for encroaching on green belts.

Chandigarh Administration has proposed significant amendments to its Master Plan-2031, aiming for higher-density development, taller buildings, and increased design flexibility to better utilize limited land and accommodate population growth. Key proposals include increasing ground coverage in institutional pockets, a fivefold increase in Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for institutional areas, and revised height restrictions.

The long-awaited road underbridge (RUB) at the Baltana level crossing is set to begin construction.The project, which has seen cost escalation due to delays, is now funded and ready to proceed. Upon completion within 12 months, the RUB is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) to remove all encroachments from public places, including pavements and streets, by May 20. This order aims to restore public spaces for pedestrians and enforce the rule of law, addressing systemic issues of illegal occupation of public property.

The Municipal Corporation , Chandigarh's Finance and Contract Committee (F&CC) has approved a record 67 development works totaling ₹14.71 crore. These projects encompass the renovation of community centers, upgradation of markets with LED lighting, and installation of modern street lighting. Significant focus is also placed on road and street infrastructure, public health, sanitation, and green initiatives .