The Chief Minister's Office of Chhattisgarh announced on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 that the state cabinet has approved a One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme-2026 offering relief on interest and surcharge dues owed to the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Development Authority (NRDA) on allotted plots and constructed premises.

Context

The cabinet decision grants eligible allottees the opportunity to regularise outstanding dues under prescribed conditions. As the CMO post states, 'patra aabantitiyon ko nirdharit sharton ke tahat bakaya deyaon ke niyamitikaran' (eligible allottees may regularise outstanding dues under stipulated terms). Those who wish to develop their plots will get an opportunity to do so within a set timeframe, while those who are not interested may surrender the allotted land on time.

The scheme also aims to reduce litigation arising from unresolved dues and stalled projects, improve land utilisation, and boost investment and development activity in Nava Raipur.

Policy Backdrop

Nava Raipur Atal Nagar is a greenfield capital city project conceived after Chhattisgarh's formation in 2000 to relieve congestion in Raipur and house state government offices alongside new urban infrastructure. NRDA is the statutory authority responsible for planning, land allotment, and development of this new capital.

One-time settlement mechanisms for dues owed to urban development authorities are a common policy tool across Indian states, designed to clear backlogs, reduce court caseloads, and unlock stalled projects. The OTS-2026 scheme fits within this broader national pattern of improving ease of doing business in greenfield and smart-city projects.

Stakeholders and Impact

The primary beneficiaries are NRDA plot allottees, real estate developers, and investors who have accumulated interest and surcharge liabilities on their holdings in Nava Raipur. The scheme provides a structured exit for those unwilling to develop — they may surrender land within the stipulated window rather than face continued financial penalties.

For the state, the expected outcomes include reduced pendency in courts, better utilisation of land parcels that have remained undeveloped, and renewed momentum for investment in the capital region. The CMO post specifically highlights that the decision will 'nivesh evam vikas gatividhiyon ko protsahan milega' (promote investment and development activities) in Nava Raipur.

What's Next

The detailed guidelines of OTS-2026 — including the precise eligibility conditions, the quantum of interest relief, applicable surcharge waivers, and the application window — are expected to be published by NRDA following the cabinet approval. Stakeholders will watch for the official notification to assess the exact terms available to them.

If uptake is strong, the scheme could meaningfully accelerate project completions and land-use efficiency in Nava Raipur, reinforcing the city's role as Chhattisgarh's administrative and investment hub for the coming decade.