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04 Jan 2026
Ludhiana civic authorities have issued a 30-day deadline for all commercial buildings, industrial units, educational institutions, and coaching centres to obtain a fire safety No Objection Certificate (NOC) as part of a safety enforcement drive. The order follows a fire at a Basant Nagar scrap storage facility that caused explosions and damaged nearby homes, prompting an investigation. Under the Fire Prevention and Fire Safety Act and the Punjab Fire and Emergency Service Act, failure to comply can result in fines up to INR 50,000 and sealing of premises. Online applications and guidance from the local fire brigade are available to assist property owners in meeting the requirements.Read more
27 Dec 2025
The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) recently sealed five unauthorized buildings in Threke village after developers ignored multiple notices to stop construction. The action, carried out under directives from Punjab's Housing and Urban Development Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian and GLADA Chief Sandeep Kumar, was unopposed and marked a strict enforcement of regulations against illegal colonies. Authorities have recommended filing FIRs against the developers. GLADA has warned the public against buying property in unauthorized areas and advised checking approved colonies and sanctioned maps on its official website to avoid unplanned development risks.Read more
24 Dec 2025
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has initiated a large-scale enforcement drive against unauthorised constructions across the city, targeting buildings constructed without approved plans, excess floor space intensity or in contravention of zoning norms. Civic teams have identified multiple sites where construction has progressed without requisite permissions, issuing stop-work orders and formal notices to property owners and developers. The move underscores the corporation's intent to uphold urban planning standards, ensure safety compliance and protect neighbourhoods from the impacts of unregulated development. Municipal officials have emphasised that swift action will continue, with further inspections, potential penalties and legal proceedings for persistent non-compliance.Read more
07 Dec 2025
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation sealed six buildings this week across Malhar Road, BRS Nagar, Ferozepur Road and Dugri Road, including a hotel, after owners failed to clear outstanding civic dues and were found with unauthorised constructions. Officials said prior notices had been ignored, prompting the action as part of a wider crackdown on illegal structures and unpaid charges such as change-of-land-use fees. The MC warned that any construction without approved building plans will face sealing or demolition and urged residents to regularise deviations. The drive follows earlier notices to unsafe and non-compliant buildings and will continue as the corporation steps up enforcement for safer, planned urban development.Read more
02 Dec 2025
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has set weekly performance targets for its property tax and building branches to enhance the recovery of pending dues and curb unauthorised constructions. INR 131.49 crore has already been collected against an annual target of INR 180 crore for 2025-26. Officials have been instructed to intensify collection efforts, and residents are urged to pay dues on time to avoid penalties. The move builds on a record recovery earlier this year and combines stricter enforcement with close monitoring to ensure better civic service delivery.Read more
15 Nov 2025
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (LMC) recently took strong action against unauthorised construction in the city. Three shops in Nirankari Mohalla and a building in Narinder Nagar were sealed, while an under-construction commercial property near Mohar Singh Nagar was demolished for illegal conversion from residential to commercial use. Officials highlighted that construction without approved building plans is strictly prohibited. This move reinforces ongoing regulatory enforcement and serves as a reminder for property owners to comply with civic regulations before starting any construction work.Read more
16 Oct 2025
Earlier this week, plans for a sweeping road-revamp in Ludhiana were discussed at length, with the state minister overseeing the proposals. The designs for multiple key stretches are to be expedited by consultant agencies, covering link roads, entry points, junctions, and pedestrian amenities. The project aims to enhance commuter safety, parking, landscaping, and the flow of traffic across the city. Local officials and stakeholders expressed optimism that in the coming months residents will see noticeable improvements across urban thoroughfares.Read more
26 Sep 2025
The Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana has demolished an unauthorised colony in Mundian Kalan on the orders of Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal. The Zone B building branch led the drive, dismantling structures built without approvals and targeting the developer responsible. This action is part of a wider crackdown on illegal construction, with four unauthorised buildings in Model Town and Kochar Market also razed last week. Officials stressed that residents must secure sanctioned building plans before starting projects. By dismantling unapproved colonies and warning violators, the civic body aims to uphold urban planning norms, curb unregulated development, and ensure stricter compliance across Ludhiana.Read more
06 Aug 2025
Ludhiana's one-time settlement scheme for property tax defaulters has been extended until mid-August, allowing payments of outstanding dues without penalty or interest. Initially launched in May, the scheme received a lukewarm response but saw a spike in participation closer to the original deadline. The extension follows increasing public footfall and growing collections, which have reached around INR 15 crore so far. The total property tax collection for the current fiscal has touched nearly INR 40 crore. Suvidha Kendras have been operating on weekends to handle the rising number of taxpayers.Read more
05 Aug 2025
The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) has initiated the revival of a long-stalled development project through a land pooling strategy aimed at resolving compensation-related disputes. Located near Chandigarh Road, the project had been inactive for nearly two decades due to land acquisition hurdles. The scheme, recently approved by the state government, seeks to balance landowner and authority interests by offering a portion of developed land in return for voluntarily pooled plots. The move is expected to unlock significant development potential in the region.Read more
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18 Jul 2025
Ludhiana has launched a long-delayed construction and demolition (C&D) waste-processing plant in Dhandhari, with a capacity to handle 100 tonnes of debris daily. Originally budgeted at INR 2.69 crore, the cost swelled to INR 7.3 crore due to foundational work on a former dumpsite, with an additional INR 2.2 crore spent on machinery. This facility, funded under Swachh Bharat and Smart City missions, converts debris into tiles, bricks, and blocks. Despite past struggles with underutilised civic projects, officials hope the plant will curb illegal dumping and ease landfill pressure provided residents and contractors comply.Read more
15 Jul 2025
Ludhiana's DDPO has annulled leases for 70 shops in a prime area near Ladhowal bypass after an internal audit found forged procedures, negligible rent and lack of approvals. Agreements were executed without technical, administrative or market-rate evaluations, committing INR 1,100 per month in perpetuity-far below market value. The DDPO has served eviction notices and launched legal proceedings against two implicated officials. A transparent re-allotment process is on the cards, while deeper probes aim to uncover if more staff were involved in the scheme.Read more
14 Jul 2025
Ludhiana's project to assign Unique Identification (UID) number plates to households faces new challenges, leading to a third relaunch. The initiative, aimed at digitizing property records, stalled as the contractor refused drone surveys due to cost disputes, prompting the Municipal Corporation (MC) to scrap the contract. This follows two previous failures. The current World Bank-supported project, initially budgeted at INR 5.75 crore, will now require new tenders. Concerns about the contractor's repeated involvement have been raised, highlighting ongoing struggles with project execution and accountability in implementing the long-delayed UID system.Read more
02 Jul 2025
Ludhiana is set to inaugurate several new civic body projects, including an innovative construction and demolition (C&D) waste plant. The plant, located in Dhandhari, will process at least 100 tons of waste daily to produce tiles, costing INR 7.30 crore for its tender. Other upcoming facilities include an all-weather swimming pool near Rakh Bagh (INR 5.82 crore) and a basketball court at Guru Nanak Stadium (INR 14.38 crore). These projects aim to enhance urban infrastructure and environmental management, addressing long-standing needs for waste processing and sports facilities in the city.Read more
01 Jul 2025
Vardhman Amrante Pvt Ltd, the real estate arm of the Oswal Group, has committed an investment of INR 260 crore to develop a 200-key five-star hotel in Ludhiana, Punjab. The project will be operated under the 'Westin Hotels & Resorts' brand by Marriott International. The hotel will form part of a seven-acre commercial complex spanning 17 lakh sq ft, with construction expected to begin in the coming year and the hotel slated to open in the final quarter of 2030. This initiative marks a key milestone in the company's continued expansion in Punjab's real estate market.Read more
28 May 2025
Environmental activists in Ludhiana have issued a legal notice to municipal authorities for allegedly allowing illegal construction on protected greenbelt areas, violating Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal (NGT) directives. The Public Action Committee (PAC) has given officials a three-week deadline to reverse the encroachments or face legal escalation before the NGT. Activists accuse agencies like the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation, Improvement Trust, and GLADA of collusion in facilitating these violations, including building extensions on parkland. They demand restoration of affected areas and strict adherence to environmental laws. The case highlights growing tensions between urban development and ecological protection, potentially setting a precedent for other cities.Read more
26 May 2025
The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) is seeking to revive its role in the city's development after most of its residential colonies were transferred to the municipal corporation. With limited ongoing projects-only the Atal Apartment scheme-LIT now plans a new residential-cum-commercial project using a land pooling model. Landowners within or near municipal limits are invited to contribute land in exchange for developed plots. The initiative, previously attempted under an earlier chairman, is being revived under current chairman Tarsem Bhinder, focusing on areas near Sidhwan Canal and Lohara. The plan aims to reestablish LIT's relevance by promoting planned, participatory urban growth in Ludhiana.Read more
14 May 2025
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (MC) has escalated its efforts to recover outstanding property tax dues from government departments. Notices have been issued to various departments, including the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA), Public Works Department, and Punjab Agricultural University, for properties where commercial activities are conducted without tax payments. MC officials are also displaying photographs of defaulting properties to encourage compliance. Last year, the MC successfully met its tax collection targets and aims to exceed them this year. If departments fail to settle their dues, the MC plans to inspect properties, calculate the tax owed, and take enforcement actions, including sealing buildings if necessary.Read more
13 May 2025
The Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) has launched two one-time settlement schemes aimed at easing the financial burden on property owners. These policies offer significant discounts on non-construction fees and provide an opportunity for allottees with pending dues to regularize their properties. Eligible individuals, such as senior citizens and legal heirs of deceased soldiers, are entitled to additional benefits. Property owners must submit their applications by July 31 to take advantage of these schemes, which aim to enhance urban development and compliance in Ludhiana.Read more
09 May 2025
Nexus Select Trust recently announced it has successfully acquired a commercial complex in Ludhiana that included a 96-key Radisson Hotel and a shopping mall. The transaction, valued at an enterprise amount of INR 531 crore, includes a purchase consideration of INR 490 crore, associated stamp duty of INR 10 crore, and provisions for capital expenditure, such as hotel renovations and mall upgrades. The MBD Complex, a Grade-A urban consumption centre, spans approximately 0.3 million square feet with a current occupancy rate of 95 per cent. Nexus Select Trust, India's first publicly listed retail REIT, continues to expand its diversified portfolio, which now includes 19 shopping malls, three hotel assets, and three office assets.Read more
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