Lecture 6: Regional Plan II
TLDRThe lecture covers regional planning processes in India including integrated district development plans, village-level planning in Goa, transit-oriented development plans for metropolitan areas, special investment region acts to develop 100sqkm zones with 40% industrial use, and special planning for environmentally and socioeconomically sensitive areas like Western Ghats and Tribal regions. It discusses delineation of planning regions based on environmental, demographic, infrastructure, and economic factors and mentions the key elements like integrated transport and land use policies essential for balanced regional growth and investment attraction.
Takeaways
- 😃 The planning process for regions equal to or larger than a district in India involves decentralized, integrated, bottom-up approaches that vary by state
- 🗺️ Goa's regional plan involved planning at the village panchayat level and compiling local plans into an overall state plan through multiple rounds of consultation
- 🚊 Transit-oriented development plans in cities like Delhi, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad have used transportation corridors to guide land use and development
- 🏙️ Hyderabad's TOD plan involved detailed parcel-level plans focused on mixed land use, density incentives and integration with the master plan
- 📈 Investment planning regions in India, like special investment zones in Gujarat, target at least 100 sq km with 40% area for industry to attract investment
- 🔍 Delineation of investment regions involves assessing infrastructure gaps, growth drivers, thrust sectors and feasibility to conceptualize the region
- 🌾 Special area plans balance development and conservation needs in ecologically or socioeconomically sensitive areas like Western Ghats
- 🏞️ The Western Ghats ecology expert panel made conservation recommendations for the diverse yet fragile ecosystem
- 🛣️ Regional plans classify land uses like urbanizable zones, industrial zones, transportation zones and sensitive zones
- 🤝 Regional planning processes require coordination across administrative levels and stakeholders to enable integrated development
Q & A
What is the process for preparing a regional plan in India?
-In India, the process for preparing a regional plan involves adopting decentralized, integrated and bottom-up planning approaches. States vary in their methodology based on settlement size, structure and hierarchy. Steps include preparing integrated district development plans, incorporating local self-government suggestions, and revising draft plans based on feedback.
What was the basic approach for preparation of the Goa Regional Plan 2021?
-The basic approach was to protect environmentally sensitive areas by introducing Eco Sensitive Zones and to do detailed planning at the village panchayat level. Goa Regional Plan 2021 provided micro level planning with village panchayats as the planning units.
How did the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority use Transit Oriented Development?
-The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority conceived Transit Oriented Development aligned with their Master Plan. They integrated transit networks focused on employment centers, identified influence zones with customized development rules along transit networks, and prepared detailed Land Parcel Development Plans for public-private partnership projects.
What is the minimum area requirement for a Special Investment Region (SIR) in Gujarat?
-Under the Gujarat Special Investment Region (SIR) Act 2009, the minimum area requirement for an SIR is 100 square kilometers. Additionally, 40% of the area of such zones shall be reserved for industrial activities.
What are some key elements essential for developing an Investment Regional Plan?
-Key elements include: land use allocation policies, identification of potential nodes/counter-magnets, integrated transport policy, regional infrastructure linkages, economic development policy, priority development areas, stakeholder roles and responsibilities, environmental conservation, resource sustainability, rational selection of influence zones, and monitoring/audit mechanisms.
What parameters can be used to delineate a planning region?
-Relevant parameters include: environmental/land suitability, demographics/quality of life, regional flows of goods/people/services, economic factors, contiguity of area, integrated development prospects, manageable size, and alignment to administrative boundaries.
How are ecologically sensitive areas designated in India?
-Ecologically sensitive areas in India, like the Western Ghats region, are designated based on geological, biological, species diversity, heterogeneity, conservation value and ecological sensitivity. Expert committees study the regions and provide conservation recommendations.
What special provisions exist for administration of tribal areas in India?
-The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides administrative provisions for Tribal areas in certain northeast states. Regional/District councils are formed to control planning and land use instead of direct state control.
What is the purpose of special area development planning?
-Special area planning aims for optimal, sustained development to improve quality of life while conserving regional balance. Location specific plans identify problem areas and development needs of fragile, eco-sensitive zones.
What are some common land use classifications used in regional planning?
-Common regional land use classifications include: Urbanizable Zones, Industrial Zones, Transport/Communication Zones, Primary Activity Zones, Open Areas, Protective/Eco-Sensitive Zones and Special Areas.
Outlines
👨 Welcome to the Course of Urban Planning
Introduces the urban planning course and upcoming discussion on the planning process at the district level for regional plans in India. Explains decentralized, integrated, bottom-up approaches adopted by states. Provides examples of planning methodologies in Kerala with integrated district development plans and local body participation.
🚊 Transit Oriented Development in India
Discusses transit oriented development (TOD) used to plan and develop cities and regions in India. Provides examples like Delhi NCR, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad which have used transportation systems to guide development. Explains the TOD planning process adopted by Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority along with achievements.
🏢 Planning for Investment Regions
Introduces government efforts to develop investment zones and corridors across India. Discusses state initiatives like Gujarat's Special Investment Region Act. Explains considerations for investment regional planning like infrastructure gaps, identifying growth sectors, pre-feasibility studies, and monitoring systems.
🔍 Key Elements for Regional Planning
Lists key elements essential to promote growth and balance development of a region - land use policy, transport policy, economic development, social infrastructure, environment conservation, resource development etc. These need to be considered when preparing regional plans.
📍 Criteria for Delineation of Regions
Discusses criteria like environmental/land suitability, demography, flows of goods/people/services, economic factors which help delineate boundaries and define scope of a region. Contiguity, size, adjustments with administrative units also play a role.
🚨 Planning for Special Areas
Introduces special area development planning for prudent resource use, sustaining ecological balance and improving quality of life. Discusses eco-sensitive areas like Western Ghats and socio-economic sensitive areas like tribal regions requiring specific interventions.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Regional Plan
💡Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
💡Investment Region
💡Eco-Sensitive Areas
💡Integrated Development
💡Stakeholder Consultation
💡Delineation
💡Land Use Classification
💡Environmental Parameter
💡Economic Parameter
Highlights
Introduction to the planning process at the District level for the Regional Plan in India.
Decentralized, integrated, and bottom-up planning approaches are adopted in regional planning.
Kerala's provision for DPC and MPC as an example of state-specific planning methodologies.
The Integrated District Development Plan (IDDP) aims for integrated draft development with a focus on spatial areas and resource sharing.
Joint area planning for areas comprising more than one local government unit.
Goa Regional Plan 2021 focuses on protecting environmentally sensitive areas through Eco Sensitive Zones.
The Goa Regional Plan was prepared through a multi-level consultative process, emphasizing public participation.
Transit Oriented Development (TOD) strategies in cities like Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad for urban development.
Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority's (HMDA) integration of TOD with the Master Plan.
Investment Planning Regions initiated by the Indian government to develop Investment Zones across the country.
Gujarat's enactment of the Special Investment Region (SIR) Act 2009 to encourage industrial activities.
Strategic decision-making in delineating Investment Planning Regions' boundaries.
Special Area Planning Regions focus on optimizing resources for sustainable development.
Western Ghats' designation as an eco-sensitive area for sustainable development.
Overview of different land use classifications in Regional Planning.
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