MASTER PLAN 2006-2031

ƒ To promote growth in tourism in accordance to the

1.0 Regional Framework growth strategy of Greater Mohali Region.

ƒ To encourage creation and expansion of new
businesses and growth areas like e-commerce,
1.1 Vision for Regional Development
environmental science and research, aviation and
The vision for the Greater Mohali Region is to become a
logistics as well as the creative sector.
globally competitive metropolis with a self-built resilience
ƒ To preserve and enhance the network of green and
capacity to sustain the pace of economic and urban
open spaces.
development in Punjab. It will offer unique lifestyle
ƒ To create a good variety of housing types and
choices and memorable experiences to the residents and
ample jobs for the residents.
visitors. It is a commitment to ensure that the
ƒ To conserve and enhance the Region’s historical,
development is able to keep pace with the rest of the
architectural and cultural assets.
world and be constantly adapting to the changing global
environment.
Hence, Distinctive Mohali highlights the encapsulate
objectives, which being the premier town of the Greater
Keeping in mind the social and physical characteristic, the
Mohali Region.
economic growth potential and the existing development
trends within the region, objectives and strategies have
been formulated to achieve the vision. The proposed
strategies shall provide economic stimulation to existing
development, enhance the environmental condition, offer
world-class living and provide accessibility to everyone
through all modes of transportation.

The primary objective as set forward at the Regional Plan

level is to ensure that enough land resources have been
allocated to meet the target population of 4.5 million for
year 2056. This safeguarding shall not only be for the
ultimate population but shall also be in tandem with the
intended economic and infrastructure development. The
core objectives of the Greater Mohali Region plans are:

ƒ To build and transfer the Greater Mohali Region

into an attractive place to visit, work, live and play.
ƒ To strengthen the economic, social and cultural
well being of the Region
ƒ To regulate and optimise urban development so
that the outlying areas of fertile agriculture land,
natural features, water catchments and ecologically
sensitive zones are conserved and preserved.
ƒ To prioritize development in areas with existing
infrastructure development, community facilities
and other commercial entities.
ƒ To encourage sustained economic growth, there by
Fig. 1.1: Local Planning Area of S.A.S Nagar
improving the quality of living and working
environment.

Master Plan Report

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