Jaipur, Nov.25,2025:JDA includes 632 villages in its planning boundary — a move that marks one of the most dramatic expansions in Jaipur Development Authority’s (JDA) history. This decision, announced recently, aligns with the broader Master Plan 2047, aimed at integrating rural areas into Jaipur’s future urban growth-
The expansion reflects not just physical growth, but a strategic shift — the city is no longer just its traditional urban core. By bringing in hundreds of villages, the JDA is laying the groundwork for a more unified and planned metropolitan region.
What Master Plan 2047 Aims For
Under the Master Plan 2047, JDA’s jurisdiction is set to dramatically increase. The authority plans to expand from its current area to nearly 6,000 sq km, up from about 3,000 sq km.
This huge area expansion is not arbitrary. The goal: to ensure long-term, balanced development across Jaipur’s periphery. Officials argue that this incorporation of rural and semi-urban areas will help deliver better infrastructure — from roads and water supply to power, healthcare, and education — to places that have historically been underserved.
Also, the expansion will aid land-use regulation through Development Promotion & Control Regulations (DPRC), which will be applied to these newly added villages. This means future growth will be more controlled and sustainable.
DPRC Rules and Highway Control Zones
One important pillar of this expansion is the implementation of DPRC rules in the newly added villages. According to these regulations
- A 500-meter strip on both sides of national and state highways is being designated as a Highway Development Control Zone.
- Construction or commercial activity within these zones will follow strict JDA-prescribed standards.
- The rules also lay down minimum road widths, plot-size norms, and special provisions for towns.
These controls are meant to reduce disorder on roads, safeguard safety, and ensure that development along highways is not haphazard — a key concern as the city grows outward.
New Urban Bodies Under JDA’s Umbrella
The Master Plan 2047 doesn’t just add villages; it reshapes local governance. Under this plan, five additional urban local bodies (ULBs) — Phagi, Chaksu, Jobner, Shahpura, and Dudu — will be brought under JDA’s jurisdiction.
By merging these ULBs, JDA’s planning area doubles and its administrative structure becomes more complex. New zones have also been demarcated — recently it was reported that JDA has defined 27 zones under the Master Plan 2047, up from the earlier 18.
This zoning is crucial: it lays out which areas will be primarily residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use over the next two decades.
Voices from the Villages
The decision to include 632 villages has produced a mix of optimism and wariness among local residents.
Some villagers see this as a golden opportunity. They believe that with JDA’s planning and infrastructure support, jobs will increase, public services will improve, and overall quality of life will go up.
Others, however, are more cautious. There are concerns that strict DPRC rules may make life harder for small farmers or shopkeepers. Some worry about losing their traditional land rights or being forced into development that doesn’t consider local needs.
A resident quoted in reports said:
“This change is good, but we need to be part of planning so our needs are met too.”
This is not just a top-down plan — the human side matters, and local buy-in will be critical.
Enforcement, Capacity & Staff
While the expansion is bold, it comes with serious challenges. One of the biggest is capacity. The JDA’s enforcement wing is reportedly facing a severe staff shortage just when its responsibilities are increasing.
According to media reports, although around 143 inspectors are needed for full functioning under the expanded master plan, only a fraction are in place. This gap raises real concerns about the JDA’s ability to monitor development, enforce norms, and manage growth sustainably.
Without adequate manpower, the risk is that the very regulations meant to regulate development could go unenforced — undermining the whole purpose of the expansion.
Long-Term Vision
The goal of bringing 632 villages under JDA is not merely numerical expansion — it reflects a long-term vision for Jaipur as a future mega-region, not just a city.
Integrated Infrastructure: With the extended area, public utilities like water, electricity, transport, health, and education can be planned as a unified system, reducing duplication and disparity.
Balanced Growth: By zoning carefully under DPRC, JDA can mitigate the risk of overcrowding in the city’s core and prevent suburb sprawl from becoming chaotic.
Economic Opportunity: Rural areas can get better connectivity and economic opportunity. Landowners in these villages might benefit from increased land values and new business prospects.
Sustainability: The development is likely to be more sustainable, with controlled building, planned transportation corridors, and regulated commercial activity.
In short, this move could reshape Jaipur’s identity — from a historic capital city to a sprawling, well-planned metro-region.
Critical Reactions and Risks
Despite its promise, the expansion has its critics and risks
- Risk of Displacement Farmers and small landowners may feel pressured or marginalized if they don’t align with JDA’s development vision.
- Infrastructure Lag Even as the area expands, infrastructure development must keep pace. Without timely roads, water, or electricity, newly added villages may be neglected.
- Governance Strain The JDA’s administrative and enforcement wings may be overwhelmed. Understaffed enforcement could lead to violations or unplanned developments.
- Local Identity Villagers may worry about losing their cultural and social identity as urbanization proceeds.
- Political Backlash Rapid changes can provoke political resistance from those who see their traditional authority or land at risk.
Looking Ahead
Here is what to watch in the coming months and years
- Notification & Legal Formalities JDA must complete notifications to formally bring the 632 villages under its jurisdiction.
- Recruitment Drive Filling the enforcement wing’s manpower gap will be critical. Without it, regulation will remain weak.
- Zonal Plans Execution JDA will have to operationalize the 27 zones and detailed sub-zonal plans for various types of land use.
- Public Engagement For success, JDA should actively engage village communities — hold meetings, gather feedback, and incorporate their concerns in master plans.
- Monitoring & Evaluation Continuous tracking of infrastructure rollout (roads, water, electricity) and compliance with DPRC rules will be essential.
A Bold, But Delicate, Leap
To sum up, JDA includes 632 villages in its jurisdiction under the Master Plan 2047 — and that’s a huge, transformative move. It’s bold in scale, ambition, and potential impact.
If planned and implemented well, this expansion could close the rural-urban divide, bring modern infrastructure to neglected areas, and create a more inclusive, future-ready Jaipur. But the risks are real: enforcement capacity must be strengthened, local voices need to be heard, and development must not simply be rapid — it must be sustainable.
