Odisha Government approves TP Scheme-8 to boost Bhubaneswar’s urban development

Bhubaneswar, Oct 10: The Odisha Government has approved the draft plan of Town Planning (TP) Scheme-8, marking a significant step toward the planned urban development of the State Capital. The approval has been officially notified in the Odisha Gazette.

The scheme will cover 560.86 acres in Andharua and Daspur mouzas, with the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) designated as the implementing agency. Under the plan, landowners will contribute 40% of their land for urban infrastructure development, while 60% will be retained as the developed TP area. The project will include roads ranging from 9 to 60 metres, along with drainage, water supply, sewerage, and electricity networks, aiming to enhance connectivity, livability, and the market value of retained land.

TP Scheme-8 is a key component of the ‘Samrudha Sahara’ programme, which seeks to transform Odisha’s urban centres into growth hubs through systematic land reconstitution and planned expansion. The initiative also aligns with the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) 2010, which proposes a 65 km ring road around Bhubaneswar.

To ensure timely execution, BDA Vice-Chairman Dr. N. Thirumala Naik has instructed officials to expedite implementation and conduct regular progress reviews, emphasizing high-quality urban infrastructure and sustainable city growth.