Tajganj, Agra

A massive urban upgrade plan for Agra has been announced, involving an investment of Rs 6,466 crore across 325 major projects. This initiative aims to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and real estate growth in the city.The plan includes the development of a 'Greater Agra' township.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 325 development projects in Agra last month, collectively valued at over ₹6,466 crore. These projects aim to strengthen the city's infrastructure, housing, tourism, and connectivity.

The 'Greater Agra' township project, has received RERA approval. This project, developed by the Agra Development Authority, aims to create a major urban and economic hub with modern civic infrastructure.The project is estimated to cost around Rs. 5,142 crore and will be spread across nearly 450 hectares in Raipur and Rahankalan areas ,with 10000 families.

UP has emerged as a national leader in expressway development, with projects like the Agra-Lucknow Expressway significantly improving connectivity. Agra & Lucknow are key nodes in the state's defence industrial corridor, which aims to attract investment and employment.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath will perform the ground-breaking and foundation-laying ceremony for the ambitious 'Greater Agra' project worth ₹5,142 crore. The project, developed by the Agra Development Authority (ADA) under the “New City Promotion Scheme,” will feature 10 modern residential townships on 449.65 hectares of land in Raipur and Rehan Kalan villages.