Archive · 28 Jul 2026
MP Housing Board's Redevelopment Proposal Stalled for 1.5 Years
In Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, nearly 1,200 families living in old Housing Board colonies are waiting for larger homes.
The Housing Board proposed a plan over 1.5 years ago to increase the size of homes by up to 60% during redevelopment.
This would help families living in small homes of 300-400 sq ft to move into bigger homes of around 550 sq ft.
However, the government has not yet approved this plan.
Currently, the policy only allows for a 20% increase in home size, which is not enough for many families.
Residents prefer to stay in their neighborhoods and have larger homes, but the proposal is still waiting for approval.
MP Housing Board proposed increasing redevelopment home size by up to 60% over 1.5 years ago.
Nearly 1,200 families in Bhopal await larger homes under the proposed policy.
Current policy allows only a 20% increase in home size during redevelopment.
Residents prefer larger homes within their existing localities rather than relocating.
The proposal aims to provide relief to EWS residents living in inadequate 300-400 sq ft homes.
- Who
- Residents of old Madhya Pradesh Housing Board colonies in Bhopal
- What
- Proposal to increase redevelopment home size by up to 60%
- When
- Proposal submitted over 18 months ago
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To provide larger homes for families living in inadequate EWS houses
Residents' Perspective
Government's Perspective
Urgency of Housing Upgrades
Residents' Perspective
Residents need larger homes urgently as their families have grown and current homes are inadequate.
Government's Perspective
The government needs to carefully review the proposal to ensure it aligns with broader housing policies and financial implications.
- Number of Families Affected
- Nearly 1,200
- Proposed Increase in Home Size
- Up to 60%
- Current Policy Increase
- 20%
- Proposal Submission Date
- Over 18 months ago
- Current Home Size
- 300-400 sq ft
- Proposed Home Size
- Around 550 sq ft