Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), in pursuance of the provisions of Section 23(1) of the Odisha Development Authorities (ODA) Act, has declared its intention to prepare and implement four new Town Planning (TP) Schemes (TP No 42-45) in the Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area (BDPA). The initiative marks another significant step towards planned urbanization and sustainable development of Bhubaneswar in line with the vision of the Government of Odisha.
The “SAMRUDHA SAHAR” Scheme of the Government of Odisha is a strategic initiative aimed at promoting planned urbanization and accelerating economic development across the State through comprehensive urban and regional planning. The scheme envisions transforming cities into dynamic growth centres by fostering sustainable and inclusive development. Its objective is to facilitate urban infrastructure development through the integrated provision of essential infrastructure, amenities and services, thereby ensuring comprehensive and sustainable urban growth.
Under this initiative, BDA has declared its intention to formulate Town Planning Scheme No. 42/2026 covering part of Patrapada Mouza over an area of Ac- 330.07 acres , Town Planning Scheme No. 43/2026 covering part of Bhagabanpur Mouza over an area of Ac- 264.33 acres Town Planning Scheme No. 44/2026 covering parts of Bijipur, Bhagabanpur, Baliapada and Kasipur Mouzas over an area of Ac 290.67 , and Town Planning Scheme No. 45/2026 covering part of Bijipur Mouza over an area of Ac-83.68 acres . Collectively, these four schemes cover an area of Ac-968.75 acres.
The declaration of intention under Section 23(1) of the ODA Act initiates the process for preparation of Town Planning Schemes to ensure planned development of urban areas with adequate infrastructure and public amenities. The schemes aim to facilitate orderly urban growth through provision of roads, drainage, water supply, sewerage, electricity networks, public utilities, open spaces and social infrastructure while ensuring equitable distribution of development benefits among landowners through land reconstitution and allotment of Town Planning plots.