The National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) has approved the development of four new greenfield cities in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), to be known as 'Namo Cities'. This decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal on Tuesday, as part of the Regional Plan 2041 aimed at promoting balanced regional growth and decentralized urban development.
Announcement of Namo Cities
Addressing reporters after the meeting, Minister Manohar Lal stated that the proposed urban centers would be called 'Namo Cities'. He said, "In the meeting, it was decided that four greenfield cities will be developed. These cities will be called 'Namo Cities'." The minister also announced that Rs 5,000 crore would be allocated for the project. States will be invited to submit proposals, and the four cities will be selected through a challenge-based process.
Meeting Attendees
The meeting was attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and urban development ministers from Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Their presence underscored the collaborative effort required for the regional plan.
Regional Plan 2041 Objectives
Officials explained that the Regional Plan 2041 anticipates rapid urbanization across the NCR in the coming years. The region's urban population is projected to reach around 57 percent by 2031 and nearly 67 percent by 2041. To address this growth, the draft plan proposes the creation of new residential and economic hubs across Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This strategy aims to reduce pressure on Delhi and promote sustainable regional development.
The development of Namo Cities is a key component of this broader strategy, designed to decentralize urban growth and create balanced development across the NCR.
