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25 Feb 2026
The Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) has begun a large demolition drive targeting 1,489 illegal structures in the Jangleshwar area of Rajkot. The action follows directions from Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister and covers encroachments along the Aji River and a town planning road. Over 1,200 civic staff and police personnel have been deployed to manage the exercise. Residents were asked to vacate before demolition began, with authorities allowing them to remove belongings. A control room has been set up on site to oversee the operation and maintain coordination.Read more
21 Apr 2025
In a remarkable response to its early payment incentive, the Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) amassed INR 23.19 crore in advance property tax and water charges from 44,404 taxpayers within five days of launching the scheme. Notably, INR 19 crore of this sum was collected through online transactions. The initiative, which offers a 10% discount for payments made before the end of May, aims to encourage prompt tax compliance. Additional rebates include a 5% discount for properties owned by women, a 1% incentive for online payments, and another 1% for consistent early payers over the past three years. Last fiscal year, RMC's property tax collection stood at INR 412 crore from 4.18 lakh taxpayers.Read more
16 Apr 2025
Rajkot is emerging as a modern urban hub through a series of transformative infrastructure projects. The INR 2,100 crore Smart City Masterplan spans 930 acres, aiming to develop walkable, sustainable localities. The 41.11 km Rajkot Metro Rail Project is set to reduce congestion and ensure multimodal connectivity. Enhancing intercity travel, 193 km of the INR 3,350 crore Ahmedabad-Rajkot highway expansion has been completed. The Rajkot International Airport, inaugurated in July 2023, can now handle wide-body aircraft. Meanwhile, RUDA is executing INR 174.83 crore worth of urban development projects, reinforcing Rajkot's growth as a sustainable, connected, and economically vibrant city.Read more
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24 Dec 2024
Rajkot police have intensified enforcement of the Disturbed Areas Act in the Rajkot West legislative assembly area, uncovering violations in 13 properties during inspections in Ward No. 2. Legal action has been initiated against three landlords for failing to register non-local tenants, a requirement under the Act. Assistant Commissioner Radhika Bharai emphasized the inspections aim to ensure compliance and monitor demographic changes in sensitive areas. The crackdown follows concerns raised about unchecked violations, prompting calls to expand the Act's coverage. Authorities aim to strengthen oversight and maintain social harmony amidst criticism over implementation delays.Read more
19 Dec 2024
The Atal Smart City, developed under the central government's Smart City Mission, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Located in Raiya, Rajkot, the project, spread across 930 acres, has a modern infrastructure with all essential amenities. It includes a road network of 18.21km, an 8.51km BRTS corridor, and a recycled water system aimed at conserving potable water. Key features also include stormwater drainage, power ducts, and dedicated cycle tracks. The project, costing INR 550 crore, is expected to accommodate around four lakh residents, with completion set for November 2024.Read more
08 Nov 2024
Rajkot Municipal Corporation has raised INR 100 crore through Municipal Bonds to enhance infrastructure and community services. The bond issue was oversubscribed by 4.95 times and holds an interest rate of 7.90% for five years. The corporation's credit rating improved from A- to AA+, attributed to significant financial reforms and improved governance. The proceeds will fund water supply and sewage infrastructure for newly merged areas. Additionally, the bond issuance will lead to greater transparency and enhanced internal controls within the corporation.Read more
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