Govt nod for formation of DUDA

The Delhi government has approved the proposal of constituting the Delhi Urban Development Agency (DUDA) in each district, which will work as a central agency for the execution of developmental projects as well as maintenance of public assets.

According to a senior government official, DUDA will carry out works recommended by citizens under the 'Swaraj Fund' and those proposed by MLAs.

The purpose of constituting the DUDA is also to end the confusion of multiplicity of several government agencies working in an area. At present, there is confusion about which is the appropriate agency for maintenance, construction and implementation of various public works projects in Delhi.

'It will work as a central agency for executing all development work. It will bring in more transparency and accountability,' an official said.

The new agency would be headed by the District Magistrate, who will be assisted by a team of engineers.

The proposal for DUDA was tabled before the Delhi Assembly during the budget session last month.

The official claimed DUDA will be beneficial in providing civic services and other maintenance work for improvement of unauthorised colonies and rural areas.

'There are a number of agencies for improvement of roads, renovation of drains, parks and street lights, but in reality none of the agencies takes ownership,'Deputy Chief Minsiter Manish Sisoida had said when he proposed the formation of DUDA.

He also highlighted that the same work in unauthorised colonies has been assigned to municipal corporations, the PWD and the DSIIDC.

The Delhi Urban Development Agency will work as a central agency for execution of developmental projects.

THE HINDU