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The Haryana government has unveiled plans to transform Ambala Cantonment into a metropolitan hub through the development of seven new sectors under the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP), officials said in the past week. Announced by Anil Vij, Haryana's Minister for Energy, Transport and Labour, the sectors 27, 28, 36, 40, 40-A, 41-A and 42 will be developed across approximately 1,000 acres, extending urbanisation into adjoining villages including Ghasitpur, Bohawa and Shahpur. The expansion plan encompasses residential, commercial, industrial and open space zones, alongside enhanced transport and communication infrastructure. The state has also launched an e-Bhoomi portal to facilitate voluntary land aggregation, aimed at ensuring transparency and fair compensation for landowners. The initiative is part of broader efforts to bolster infrastructure, improve living standards and align Ambala's growth trajectory with metropolitan ambitions.
The Haryana government has announced an ambitious urban expansion strategy for Ambala Cantonment, aiming to develop the locality into a metropolitan centre by creating seven new planned sectors under the aegis of the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). The announcement was made by Anil Vij, the state's Minister for Energy, Transport and Labour, in the past week, highlighting a significant shift in the region's urban development roadmap. Advertisement
Under the plan, Sectors 27, 28, 36, 40, 40-A, 41-A and 42 will be developed across roughly 1,000 acres, encompassing parts of Ambala Cantt and adjoining villages such as Ghasitpur, Buhawa, Shahpur and Brahman Majra. The proposed sectors are expected to incorporate a mix of residential, commercial and industrial zones, as well as open spaces, improved transport connectivity and communication infrastructure, in line with contemporary urban planning standards.
Officials indicated that the move seeks to expand the city's boundaries and infrastructure base, addressing both population growth and economic potential. The development is closely aligned with the ongoing construction of the Ambala Ring Road, which the minister has previously cited as a catalyst for coordinated urban expansion along its corridor. The ring road is expected to enhance connectivity and unlock land for development, enabling the new sectors to integrate seamlessly with existing urban fabric.
To facilitate land acquisition and ensure transparency in the expansion process, the state government has launched an e-Bhoomi portal, through which landowners can voluntarily offer land for development. Applications for land aggregation are open until 30 April 2026, and the government has assured fair compensation mechanisms for participating landowners.
The proposed sectoral expansion reflects the state's broader strategy to drive decentralised growth and accommodate rising demand for housing, commercial space and industrial facilities beyond traditional urban cores. By distributing development opportunities across newly planned sectors, policymakers aim to balance urban pressures, improve employment prospects and enhance infrastructure delivery. As Ambala Cantt prepares to transition towards a metropolitan identity, stakeholders in the real estate and infrastructure sectors will be closely tracking progress and investment opportunities arising from this large-scale urban renewal initiative.
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