Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Regulation of Maps Approved by District Panchayats
Lucknow, June 3: In a significant cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday, several key decisions related to urban development, industrial investment, and administrative reforms were approved. The most crucial decision was the regulation of maps previously approved by district panchayats in development authority areas, paving the way to eliminate long-standing validity uncertainties.
Additionally, the cabinet granted approval for the development of new cities in Agra, Bareilly, and Prayagraj, amendments to the Uttar Pradesh Semiconductor Policy-2024, and a compensation policy for unnatural deaths of inmates in prisons. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna informed that the cabinet’s decision will facilitate the regulation of maps approved by district panchayats in development authority areas. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) will also be implemented for building map approvals in development areas, extended development areas, and regulated areas where master plans have not yet been prepared.
The government believes this initiative will provide relief to thousands of landowners, builders, and citizens while enhancing transparency and ease in urban development activities. The cabinet also approved financial support for the development of new cities in Agra, Bareilly, and Prayagraj under the Chief Minister’s Urban Expansion and New City Promotion Scheme. A total seed capital of ₹355.06 crores has been sanctioned for these three projects, with ₹225 crores to be released as the first installment.
The state government’s aim is to provide modern residential facilities to the rapidly growing urban population and ensure planned city expansion. For the financial year 2026-27, a budget provision of ₹3500 crores has been allocated for this scheme. To promote industrial investment, the Yogi cabinet also approved amendments to the Uttar Pradesh Semiconductor Policy-2024. According to the government, these amendments aim to align better with the changing global industrial landscape, investor expectations, and the Indian government’s Semiconductor Mission.
The government claims that these amendments will enhance convenience for investors without imposing any additional financial burden on the state. To ensure human rights protection and transparency in prison administration, the cabinet also approved the “Uttar Pradesh Inmate Death and Compensation Payment Policy.” Under this new arrangement, compensation for unnatural deaths of inmates will be paid more swiftly and systematically to their dependents or closest relatives. Previously, compensation payments were based on recommendations from the National Human Rights Commission, which often led to delays due to various administrative processes.
Clear guidelines will be issued under the new policy to ensure timely payments, promoting a uniform and transparent process in all cases. A total of 24 proposals were approved in the cabinet meeting, including the operation of 1,725 AC electric buses in 18 cities, a maize procurement policy, the construction of five new district jails, an increase in fees for state law officers, and the establishment of a new sub-registrar office in Mohanlalganj.
