Delhi Government Proposes Full Funding for Urban Parks and Gardens
Delhi govt proposes 100% funding for city parks, gardens
Hindustan Times
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The Delhi government plans to increase funding for parks and gardens, raising annual maintenance assistance from ₹2.55 lakh to ₹3.8 lakh per acre and one-time development aid from ₹1 lakh to ₹2.9 lakh per acre. This initiative aims to enhance green spaces, improve urban environments, and encourage participation from local organizations without financial barriers.
- 01Annual maintenance assistance for parks will increase to ₹3.8 lakh per acre.
- 02One-time financial aid for new parks will rise to ₹2.9 lakh per acre.
- 03The current 90:10 cost-sharing model will be replaced with 100% government funding.
- 04The initiative aims to enhance green cover and improve urban environments in Delhi.
- 05Local organizations will be encouraged to participate without financial constraints.
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The Delhi government has proposed a significant increase in funding for urban parks and gardens, aiming to enhance green spaces across the city. The annual maintenance assistance will rise from ₹2.55 lakh to ₹3.8 lakh per acre, and one-time financial aid for developing new parks will increase from ₹1 lakh to ₹2.9 lakh per acre. This initiative is designed to support the maintenance and preservation of green areas, particularly in newly developed and densely populated neighborhoods. Additionally, the government plans to eliminate the current 90:10 cost-sharing model, providing 100% funding for eligible projects. This shift is expected to encourage participation from residents’ welfare associations (RWAs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and registered societies, allowing them to contribute to the upkeep of parks without financial burdens. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized that this initiative will not only expand the city's green cover but also aid in pollution control and improve the overall urban environment.
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This initiative will facilitate the development and maintenance of more parks in Delhi, improving the quality of urban life and contributing to pollution control.
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