BHUBANESWAR: The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) on Tuesday signed an agreement with Singapore-based Surbana Jurong for the preparation of a comprehensive master plan for the proposed New City project here.
The agreement was signed by BDA secretary Manas Ranjan Padhi and Surbana Jurong’s deputy director Manideep Dutta in presence of senior officials, including deputy commissioner and nodal officer (New City) Bhabataran Sahu.
The project will span over 800 acre area across Gothapatna, Malipada and Daspur mouza and developed as a multi-economic growth zone.
The state cabinet, chaired by CM Mohan Charan Majhi, had given in-principle approval to the New City development plan with an outlay of Rs 8,179 crore in September 2025 for creation of a modern and inclusive urban hub within the Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area. The project aims to absorb pressure of rapid urbanisation and growing population of city.
BDA officials said the proposed New City will be developed as a transit-oriented urban hub, emphasising efficient public transport systems, reduced travel time and seamless integration of mixed land use. A key focus will also be on ensuring ‘Housing for All’ through diverse and affordable housing options catering to all income groups.
BDA vice-chairman Chanchal Rana said the city will feature state-of-the-art infrastructure including MICE facilities, plug-and-play innovation hubs and advanced data management centres.
“Special attention will be given to creative placemaking, with central forest parks, gateway plazas and vibrant public spaces to enhance community interaction,” he said.
As per initial plan, the city will have a total built-up area of around 21.7 million sq ft, comprising 10.45 million sq ft residential area, 3.10 million sq ft office space, one million sq ft retail commerce, 2.40 million sq ft MICE facilities, 2.30 million sq ft industrial area and 2.35 million sq ft neighbourhood shopping area.
A total investment of Rs 8,179 crore over the next 15 years has been estimated for the project.