The Gujarat government has announced the creation of a new district named Vav-Tharad. This district has been carved out of Banaskantha, with Tharad serving as its headquarters. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel’s cabinet approved this decision on Wednesday.
Key Highlights
- New District: Vav-Tharad will include eight talukas—Vav, Tharad, Bhabhar, Dhanera, Suigam, Lakhni, Diodar, and Kankrej.
- Area Split: Vav-Tharad spans 6,257 sq. km, while the reorganized Banaskantha district covers 4,486 sq. km.
- Talukas in Banaskantha: Six talukas remain in Banaskantha, with Palanpur as its headquarters.
- Villages Covered: Each district will manage approximately 600 villages.
Nine New Municipal Corporations
The state cabinet also approved the formation of nine new municipal corporations. This decision increases Gujarat’s municipal corporations from eight to 17.
| Municipal Corporation | Details |
|---|---|
| Navsari | Includes municipality and four gram panchayats |
| Vapi | Enhanced governance with merged units |
| Anand | Improved infrastructure and services |
| Nadiad | Streamlined administration |
| Mehsana | Incorporates neighboring gram panchayats |
| Surendranagar/Wadhwan | Boosts regional development |
| Morbi | Strengthens urban governance |
| Porbandar/Chhaya | Ensures efficient service delivery |
| Gandhidham | Combines municipality with six gram panchayats |
Benefits of Restructuring
The government aims to strengthen governance and improve essential services like roads, sewerage, sanitation, and healthcare by creating a new district in Gujarat. This restructuring aligns with NITI Aayog’s vision of ‘Cities as Engines of Growth’ and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to delivering on promises.
The new municipal corporations will facilitate major projects, including:
- Metro Rail Expansion
- BRTS Development
- Riverfront Projects
Additionally, the changes are part of Chief Minister Patel’s ‘Viksit Gujarat@2047’ vision, focusing on economic growth and quality living.
These reforms are expected to enhance infrastructure, generate employment, and create efficient administrative systems, ensuring a prosperous future for Gujarat.
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