Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday gave its in-principle approval to the “New City Development” scheme, which proposes the creation of a modern and inclusive urban hub within the Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area (BDPA).
The project will cover approximately 800 acres of land across the mouzas of Gothapatna, Malipada, and Daspur, and is envisioned as a multi-economic growth zone aligned with the state’s long-term development vision, “Viksit Odisha 2026”
The New City is planned as a transit-oriented development, focusing on efficient public transport, reduced travel distances, and seamless access to a well-integrated mix of land uses It aims to ensure “Housing for All” by offering diverse housing options for all income groups based on affordability and necessity.
The city will feature state-of-the-art infrastructure, including MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) facilities, innovation-based plug-and-play hubs, and data management centers. Special emphasis will be placed on creative place making, with the design of central forest parks, gateway plazas, and ample public open spaces to foster community engagement and meet the social needs of residents.
The project will also integrate smart and green infrastructure solutions to enhance climate resilience, environmental sustainability, and the overall well-being of citizens. The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has been designated as the nodal agency for implementing the scheme, which is currently in various stages of planning and early execution.
A significant milestone was achieved with the signing of an MoU between BDA and Surbana Jurong Infrastructure Private Ltd (SJI), Singapore, on January 17, 2020, the presence of the President of Singapore and the Chief Minister of Odisha
Under this partnership, SJI will provide consultancy services for preparing the master plan and advisory support for urban infrastructure development in the Greenfield Township. For full-scale implementation, BDA has projected a total investment of 8,179 crore over the next 15 years, combining public and private funding.
An initial allocation of 1,342 crore has been proposed from the state budget for the first five years (2075-26 to 2029-30), which will be utilized for-land acquisition, road construction, core utility infrastructure, public amenities, and administrative contingencies.
