In a significant push for urban development in coastal Karnataka, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has set a strict November deadline for completing all pending work on the MUDA layout at Konaje, Mangaluru.
During a high-level review meeting, Minister Rao issued clear directives to officials from the Mangaluru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), demanding accelerated progress on the long-pending residential layout project that has been awaiting completion for years.
Comprehensive Development Plan
The minister emphasized the need for a holistic approach to the layout's development, specifically instructing officials to ensure:
- Complete construction of all internal roads within the layout
- Proper drainage systems to prevent waterlogging during monsoon
- Regular water supply infrastructure for all allotted sites
- Electrical connections and street lighting facilities
- Land development for public amenities and green spaces
Addressing Citizen Concerns
Minister Rao highlighted the plight of site allottees who have been waiting for years to build their homes due to incomplete infrastructure. "The delay in providing basic amenities has caused significant inconvenience to citizens who invested in these sites with the hope of constructing their dream homes," he stated during the review.
The minister warned officials against any further delays and stressed the importance of timely completion to boost public confidence in government housing projects.
Broader Urban Development Vision
This directive comes as part of the government's larger strategy to enhance urban infrastructure across Karnataka. The Konaje layout, being developed by MUDA, represents a crucial component of Mangaluru's expansion plans, catering to the growing housing needs in the southern part of the city.
The November deadline signals the government's renewed commitment to completing long-stalled development projects and delivering on promises made to urban residents. With the monsoon season approaching, officials have been instructed to prioritize critical infrastructure work to ensure the layout becomes fully functional and habitable by the year-end.
