Land Acquisition
MEDA Completes 150-Hectare Land Purchase for Rs 1,086 Crore in Mohiuddinpur Integrated Township
The Meerut Development Authority (MEDA) purchased over 150 hectares of land for Rs 1,086 crore in April 2026 to develop UP's first integrated township in Mohiuddinpur, marking a major acceleration in land acquisition that began at war-footing pace in May 2024.
| Total land acquired (Phase 1 & 2) | 150+ hectares for Rs 1,086 crore |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 acquisitions | 46 hectares (Mohiuddinpur) for Rs 418 crore; 21 hectares (Chhajjupur) for Rs 81 crore |
| Phase 2 acquisition | 81 hectares (Daulatpur Fakhrabad/Kayasth Gaondi) for Rs 587 crore |
| Total township planned extent | 294 hectares |
| Future land acquisition planned | 144 hectares more |
| Project type | Integrated Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Township |
| Land use model | Mixed-use with residential, commercial, and industrial activities on different floors of same buildings |
| Development sectors | 31 sectors across two phases |
What MEDA Accomplished in April 2026
In April 2026, MEDA completed the purchase of over 150 hectares of land for Rs 1,086 crore from farmers across three villages. The authority has fenced and taken possession of the acquired land, with the CM having already performed shilanyas for the project. This milestone represents consolidation of purchases begun nearly two years earlier.
Acquisition Timeline: War-Footing Pace Since May 2024
The land acquisition process started at war-footing pace from May 2024. In the first phase, 46 hectares of Mohiuddinpur village land was purchased for Rs 418 crore and 21 hectares of Chhajjupur village land for Rs 81 crore, while in the second phase, 81 hectares of Daulatpur Fakhrabad alias Kayasth Gaondi was purchased for Rs 587 crore.
What This Township Will Deliver
The township, being developed by the Meerut Development Authority (MEDA) on 294 hectares in Mohiuddinpur along Delhi Road, will follow a mixed-use model with residential, commercial, and industrial activities on different floors of the same buildings. The development will include residential, industrial, and commercial zones, with provisions for affordable housing targeting NCR residents, and key features including schools, a medical college, and consolidated divisional offices.
Plots will be made available for EWS, LIG, MIG and HIG category across all income levels.
Future Land Requirements and Acquisition Plan
MEDA has plans to acquire 144 hectares more in future to complete the full 294-hectare township extent. Current acquisitions cover villages of Mohiuddinpur, Chhajjupur, Kayasth Gaondi, and Ikla, all along the Delhi Road corridor.
Development Timeline and Next Steps
As of August 2025, 127 hectares of land have been purchased, with acquisitions underway in Mohiuddinpur, Chhajjupur, Ikla, and Kayasth Gaondi villages. Development will be carried out in 31 sectors across two phases, with work in two sectors expected to be completed by November, and the township officially launched on Diwali when plot sales begin.
CM Yogi performed the Bhoomi Pujan of the Integrated Township project, spread across 295 hectares, marking a new chapter in Meerut's development journey. The Chief Minister dedicated the ambitious township project in Meerut to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, naming it 'Atal Shatabdi'.
Strategic Location and Transit Connectivity
The township will be strategically located near the Delhi–Meerut Rapid Rail Corridor, offering residents and businesses direct access to high-speed connectivity with the National Capital Region. Meerut's Namo Bharat metro first phase opened in February 2026, covering 23.6 km with 12 stations from Modipuram to Meerut South, supporting the TOD model's viability.
Development phases
Frequently asked questions
Why is this called an integrated township?
The township follows a mixed-use model with residential, commercial, and industrial activities on different floors of the same buildings, integrating multiple land uses vertically rather than separating them horizontally, and it is also integrated with transit infrastructure (Rapid Rail).
How much land has MEDA acquired so far?
As of April 2026, MEDA has purchased over 150 hectares for Rs 1,086 crore. So far, 127 hectares of land have been purchased, with acquisitions underway in Mohiuddinpur, Chhajjupur, Ikla, and Kayasth Gaondi villages.
What is the full planned size of the township?
The township is being developed on 294 hectares in Mohiuddinpur along Delhi Road, with plans to acquire 144 hectares more in future.
Which villages are being acquired for this project?
Land is being purchased from Mohiuddinpur (46 ha), Chhajjupur (21 ha), and Daulatpur Fakhrabad alias Kayasth Gaondi (81 ha), plus Ikla village.
When will development work start and when will plots be available?
Work in two sectors is expected to be completed by November, with the township officially launched on Diwali when plot sales begin.
Who is developing this township?
The township is being developed by the Meerut Development Authority (MEDA) under UP's Chief Minister Urban Expansion/New City Promotion Scheme.
Sources
- Amar Ujala: UP's First Integrated Township in Meerut, MEDA Bought Land for Rs 1086 Crore
- The Daily Jagran: Drone Survey Clears Path for Meerut's New Township; Roads, Plot Allotment by November
- Meerut Wants: Meerut's Leap – UP's First Integrated Township Transforms Urban Landscape
- The News Mill: UP CM Yogi Lays Foundation Stone for Rs 2,517 Crore Integrated Township Project in Meerut
- OBNews: For the First Time in Meerut – Flat, Shopping Mall and Industry Hub at the Same Place
- ProjectX India: Integrated Township Project Launched in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
- PropNewsTime: Meerut Becomes First Indian City to Integrate TOD Zones in 2031 Master Plan