The Gujarat government, under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel’s leadership, has given the green light to 23 proposals for allocating land to key state departments. These allocations aim to bolster water supply, energy, and port infrastructure in various districts. The decision, made during a Cabinet meeting, underscores the government’s commitment to advancing infrastructure and supporting vital public services.
Government spokesperson and Minister Jitu Vaghani announced the approvals, emphasizing their significance for projects related to water supply systems, power infrastructure expansion, and port development activities. The Revenue Department has allocated a total of 1,22,53,096 square meters of land to institutions like the Gujarat Water Supply Board, Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (JETCO), Gujarat Power Corporation Limited, and the Gujarat Maritime Board.
The allocated land spans multiple districts and is intended to fuel development-oriented infrastructure projects in rural and urban areas, promoting balanced regional growth and enhanced public services. Notably, Gujarat Power Corporation Limited secures the largest share of land, around 1,20,60,000 square meters in Radha Nesda, Banaskantha district, for energy-related infrastructure development.
Moreover, the Gujarat Water Supply Board receives approximately 1,36,291 square meters across 14 locations to fortify water supply infrastructure and enhance drinking water availability. JETCO is granted about 31,010 square meters at seven locations statewide to bolster the electricity transmission network and associated infrastructure. The Gujarat Maritime Board also secures 25,795 square meters at Katpar, Mahuva, for port development and maritime infrastructure expansion.
Vaghani highlighted that these allocations, spanning districts like Tapi, Morbi, Gir Somnath, Chhota Udepur, Kutch, Valsad, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Botad, will significantly improve drinking water supply infrastructure. The minister further noted that these initiatives will elevate drinking water facilities and amplify power transmission and supply capacity in Gujarat, setting the stage for advancements in the renewable energy sector.
The government’s decision underscores its unwavering dedication to fortifying Gujarat’s core infrastructure and ensuring the effective delivery of essential services to residents in rural and urban areas.
