Goa’s Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has made a significant decision regarding the amendment of rules for Section 17-A of the Town and Country Planning Act. This move comes after the uproar caused by his earlier proposal to transfer powers of land use changes to the Planning and Development Authority (PDA). Sawant has now declared that the matter will not be taken to the Supreme Court but will instead be resolved by changing the rules for Section 17-A operations. The decision was made following discussions with stakeholders and members of the ruling party. This development is expected to have a significant impact on land use regulations in Goa. The amendment to Section 17-A is poised to bring about changes in the functioning of the planning and development authorities in the state. This decision is seen as a U-turn by Sawant, who initially faced backlash for the proposed transfer of powers. The move to change the rules for Section 17-A operations is likely to ease the concerns of various groups and individuals who were opposed to the earlier proposal. The Chief Minister’s decision is seen as a step towards addressing the challenges faced by the real estate sector in Goa. This development is expected to have far-reaching implications for urban planning and development in the state. Sawant’s decision to amend the rules for Section 17-A operations is likely to bring relief to many stakeholders and pave the way for smoother operations in the real estate sector in Goa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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