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Lucknow, October 28 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while reviewing the proposals of Ayodhya Master Plan 2031 on Tuesday, stressed that the development of Ayodhya should be a harmonious blend of grandeur, faith and modernity.
“The master plan envisions establishing Ayodhya as the spiritual capital of the world through planned, systematic and sustainable development,” he said.
The Chief Minister directed that Ayodhya’s cultural heritage, religious purity and environmental balance should be given top priority in all development works.
Discussing the master plan with departmental officials, the Chief Minister said that under Ayodhya Vision 2047, the city will be showcased as a global spiritual centre, a city of knowledge, a city of festivals and a green, solar powered city equipped with modern urban amenities.
It will feature pilgrim-friendly infrastructure, diverse tourism, historical circuits and heritage walks. He said that this master plan will lay the foundation for the systematic and sustainable transformation of Ayodhya.
Officials said the Ayodhya Master Plan 2031 aims to develop the city as a global hub for spirituality and tourism. To ensure balanced land use, the Ayodhya Development Area has been divided into 18 zones.
Based on an estimated population of 23.94 lakh, the land use allocation includes 52.56 per cent for residential, 5.11 per cent for commercial, 4.65 per cent for industrial, 10.28 per cent for public use, 12.20 per cent for transport and 14.31 per cent for green and open spaces.
The Chief Minister directed that the share of mixed use and industrial land on Panchkosi and 14 Kosi Parikrama Marg should be increased and land should be reserved for various activities.
The meeting was informed that the population of Ayodhya, currently around 1.1 million, is expected to reach 2.4 million by 2031 and 3.5 million by 2047.
Keeping this in mind, the master plan includes the development of new residential townships, a grand entrance, multi-level parking, 84 Kosi Parikrama Marg, a greenfield expressway, a ring road, an airport, a temple museum, a solar power plant, hotels and other modern civic amenities.
The Chief Minister said that this initiative will make Ayodhya smart, safe and self-reliant.
It was also informed that 159 projects worth Rs 8,594 crore have been approved in the Ayodhya development area. The Chief Minister said that these projects will create employment opportunities for local youth and boost the regional economy.
Highlighting Ayodhya’s strong road, rail and air connectivity, the Chief Minister said the modernization of transport and hospitality infrastructure will provide world-class facilities to pilgrims and tourists.
He directed officials to develop parking facilities, including bus and truck terminals, on routes leading to Lucknow, Prayagraj, Gonda and Ambedkar Nagar.
He also directed that land be reserved for sewerage treatment and solid waste management while encouraging innovations and indigenous models in these areas.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the development of Ayodhya should stand as a model not only for religious tourism but also for economic, cultural and social progress.
He directed that every project should ensure environmental sustainability with strict measures to protect the banks and green belts of the Saryu River.
Describing Ayodhya as a symbol of the soul of India, the Chief Minister said that it should be developed as a confluence of faith, beauty and prosperity for the coming generations.
He also cautioned that amid the rapid development, cases of unplanned conspiracy and settlement have come to light, which should be strictly curbed. All future developments must be in line with the master plan and regulatory framework, he said.
–IANS
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