Over 300 Slum Dwellers to Get New Homes as Vadnagar Begins Transformation Drive

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PM Modi’s Hometown Vadnagar to Become Gujarat’s First Slum-Free City

Special redevelopment project to transform the historic town into a global tourism destination

Vadnagar, the historic hometown of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is set to become Gujarat’s first slum-free city, under a special development initiative launched by the state government. The project aims not only to eliminate slums but also to enhance the city’s appeal as a world-class heritage and tourism destination.

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According to sources, the plan includes removing over 300 encroachments across 15 identified areas, which currently obstruct developmental activities. These sites will be redeveloped with modern amenities such as gardens, playgrounds, hawker zones, and more. Active work is expected to begin after the monsoon season.

Housing for Slum Residents

As per the recent committee meeting, the Vadnagar Municipality has approved a list of 300 families to be provided with alternative housing. The selection of sites and planning for permanent housing has already begun.

Key responsibilities of the committee include:

Finalizing the list of eligible families affected by the removal of encroachments.
Approving the slum survey conducted by the municipality.
Ensuring phase-wise relocation and construction of permanent homes.
Providing temporary shelter or monthly rent allowances until new homes are built.
Monitoring the quality and progress of construction work.

15 Areas Identified for Land Clearance

A total of 45,722 square meters (approx. ₹7 crore worth) of land will be freed up in areas such as:

Somnath Temple (4,717.09 sq.m)
Devipujakvas near Somnath Temple (1,943.46 sq.m)
Thakorvas near Royal School (2,096.64 sq.m)
Devipujakvas near Railway Station (4,051.79 sq.m)
Thakorvas on Hatkeshwar Road (2,237.67 sq.m)
Odvas near Nadiol drain (6,072.01 sq.m)
Devipujakvas near Kirti Toran (2,147.49 sq.m)
Thakorvas near Sharmistha Lake (7,264.64 sq.m)
Near Amarthol Gate & Museum (478.03 sq.m)
Near Amarthol Gate (716.84 sq.m)
Devipujakvas near Pithori Gate (4,270.05 sq.m)
Ghascol to Pithori Gate (6,610.43 sq.m)
Baniyaparu near Ghascol Gate (745.45 sq.m)
College Wall near 3118 Ground (1,840.34 sq.m)
Lavariyavas near B.N. High School (530.20 sq.m)

What’s Planned in the Redevelopment?

Each affected family will be allotted a 50 sq.m plot for construction of permanent homes, along with access to basic facilities like roads and a community hall. Areas where encroachments are removed will be redeveloped with infrastructure improvements.

Officials state that in the next two years, Vadnagar will undergo a visible transformation, enhancing both its livability and tourism potential.

Why Vadnagar?

Vadnagar was chosen due to its historical and cultural significance, as well as its strong potential to be developed into an international tourist hub. The project also reflects the government’s vision to combine heritage conservation with urban renewal.