Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik Urges CREDAI to Partner in MSRTC Land Development
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has urged the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India (CREDAI) to actively participate in the development of 1,360 hectares of land owned by the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporat
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Speaking at an exhibition organized by the Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry, Minister Sarnaik highlighted the vast potential of this initiative, which plans to utilize the MSRTC’s significant land assets for both infrastructure and sustainable development projects.
The MSRTC land, spread across 842 locations in urban, semi-urban, and rural areas, will be developed under a 'build, operate, and transfer' (BOT) model or a public-private partnership (PPP) framework.
The proposed projects include the construction of essential infrastructure such as bus stations, depots, and administrative offices.
Additionally, green initiatives like electric bus charging stations, rainwater harvesting systems, solar panel installations, and 100-bed modern hospitals at district centers are also on the agenda.
Developers partnering with MSRTC will have the opportunity to use the remaining portions of the land for commercial projects, presenting a lucrative opportunity for the real estate sector.
Minister Sarnaik announced that a comprehensive policy detailing these plans will be released soon, and he urged CREDAI and other industry leaders to submit suggestions and proposals for the initiative.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total area of land owned by MSRTC that is proposed for development?
MSRTC owns a total of 1,360 hectares of land spread across 842 locations in urban, semi-urban, and rural areas of Maharashtra.
Under what models will the land be developed?
The land will be developed under a 'build, operate, and transfer' (BOT) model or a public-private partnership (PPP) framework.
What are some of the proposed projects for the MSRTC land?
The proposed projects include the construction of essential infrastructure such as bus stations, depots, and administrative offices, alongside green initiatives like electric bus charging stations, rainwater harvesting systems, solar panel installations, and 100-bed modern hospitals at district centers.
Who is calling for CREDAI's involvement in this initiative?
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has called for CREDAI's involvement in the development of the MSRTC land.
What is the expected impact of this initiative on the real estate sector?
This initiative offers a lucrative opportunity for the real estate sector by allowing developers to use the remaining portions of the land for commercial projects, contributing to both infrastructure development and economic growth.
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