Indore: IDA Approves ₹500 Crore Riverfront Makeover

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): In a major stride towards sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready urban development, the Indore Development Authority (IDA) has approved a ₹500 crore riverfront development project along the Saraswati–Kanh river under the Government of India’s Urban Challenge Fund. The plan envisions not only beautification of riverbanks and infrastructure upgrades but also the structured rehabilitation of nearly 3,500 encroachments along the river’s course.

The approval was granted during the IDA board meeting held on Wednesday, chaired by divisional commissioner Deepak Singh. Collector Asheesh Singh, IDA CEO RP Ahirwar, and IMC Commissioner Shivam Verma were also present in the meeting.

The Saraswati–Kanh Riverfront project aims to transform the underutilised riverbanks into a vibrant urban space. In addition to environmental rejuvenation and flood control infrastructure, the project will also involve the resettlement of thousands of encroachments in a structured and humane manner.

To accommodate Indore’s rapid growth, the IDA board also cleared proposals for three new township development schemes, one on Dhar Road, another near the Economic Corridor developed by MPIDC on Pithampur Road and a third near the Bypass, adjacent to existing IDA-owned land. These planned townships are expected to boost housing and economic activity while supporting industrial expansion in surrounding areas.

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Focus on Sports Infrastructure

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New Tennis and Sports Academy worth ₹ 3 crore near Ring Road swimming pool; to be operated by a national athlete or former coach

Super Corridor sports complex to be upgraded under PPP model for large-scale sports and cultural events

Library for the Differently Abled

In a strong move for accessibility and inclusion, the IDA approved a ₹3 crore library on the Devi Ahilya Library campus for differently abled readers. It will feature barrier-free design and adaptive learning tools.

Cultural Support and Festival Participation

IDA sanctioned ₹2 lakh each for five Ganesh Mandals selected for their tableaux in the upcoming Visarjan procession. Funds were also allocated for IDA’s own tableau at the event.

PPP-Model Projects for Commercial & Recreational Expansion

New commercial complex to come up in the Super Corridor to boost business and employment

Redevelopment of Meghdoot Garden and Mangal Merryland land into a public recreational hub, reviving the long-defunct water park.