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DELHI - 2021: The Vision-2021
DELHI - 2021: The Vision-2021
DELHI - 2021: The Vision-2021
A.K. Jain*
The Master Plan for Delhi was the first step towards modern
urban planning in India. The Master Plan for Delhi, 1962
(MPD-1962) aimed at integrated development of Delhi. The
MPD-1962 had been a pioneering attempt in comprehensive
city development.
Towards a breakthrough
Resource based planning; Economic and Financial
dimension of Spatial Plans
Regeneration of dilapidated areas, Old City and in-situ
upgradation of Slum & JJ Clusters
Rejuvenation of work centres, shopping areas etc.
Recovery of river, water bodies, waste lands
Rehabilitation of slums, informal trade, non-conforming
industries.
Renewal of Old City for which an innovative development
control framework is being worked out.
Recharge of ground water and Recycling of wastes,
services
Review of controls, decision making systems and
procedures.
Removal of barriers to innovation and new partnerships
Replace outdated rules, regulations and procedures
Recognise market forces and peoples’ potential, Civil
Society as a resource.
Deregulate and Decontrol to mobilise investments and
promote enterprise.
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ANNEXURE-1
Number of Districts 9
Area 1483 sq.km.
Total Population (2001) 13,782,976
Population Density (Per Sq. Km.) 9,294
Sex ratio 821
Literacy rate 82%
NDMC Area 4274 Ha.
Delhi Cantt. Area 4297 Ha.
DMC (Urban) 43,109 Ha.
Number of worker participation rate:
LABOUR FORCE IN LAKHS
MALES FEMALES TOTAL AS % OF
Year
TOTAL
POPULATION
1991 27.1 3.5 30.6 32.5
ANNEXURE-2
LAND
ANNEXURE-3
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE