Land Readjustment in Practice: Legal and Institutional Framework of Gujarat's Town Planning Scheme Mechanism

Harsh K Patel

Abstract: Land readjustment has emerged as a vital tool for urban transformation in India, particularly in Gujarat, through the Town Planning Scheme (TPS) mechanism. This paper analyzes the legal and institutional framework of Gujarat's TPS, tracing its evolution, examining its practical application, and evaluating its effectiveness in planned urban development. Drawing from statutory provisions of the Gujarat Town Planning and Urban Development Act, 1976, and practical insights from various case studies, this paper explores the integrated process of land pooling, stakeholder engagement, and value capture. Comparisons with global models, notably Japan, further contextualize Gujarat's success and identify areas for improvement.

Keywords: Land readjustment, Town Planning Scheme, Urban development, Stakeholder engagement, Gujarat urban policy

How to Cite?: Harsh K Patel, "Land Readjustment in Practice: Legal and Institutional Framework of Gujarat's Town Planning Scheme Mechanism", Volume 14 Issue 6, June 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1421-1423, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25620223046, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25620223046