LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area

Final Report Volume 1 July 2013 Submitted to: URBANnetworks LRD Task Force and FAMC Urban Development Consultants

Contents Volume 1

1. Introduction 5 2. Regional Context 14 3. Planning Context 23 Review of statutory documents and other relevant initiatives 25 4. Market Analysis 37 5. Study Area Analysis 54 6. Conclusion 127

Appendices A. Profiles of Potential Partners 132 B. Additional Property Information 149 C. Site Surveys and Interview Details 166

1. Introduction

The principle that assets should be owned Introduction collectively has manifested in Auroville in that there is no ownership of commercial and non-commercial Auroville, a universal township located in the units. The management of the funds and assets of southern state of in , was founded Auroville falls under the responsibility of the Funds on 28th February 1968. Located 150 km south and Assets Management Committee (FAMC) that of and 12 km north of , the has been set up by the Governing Board of the township will be built to support a population Auroville Foundation. One of the major assets of 50,000 residents, in accordance with a includes the land resources within and around the Government of India gazetted Master Plan. The designated master planning area of the township. township is recognized internationally as an on going experiment in human unity and a research The Auroville Foundation (AVF) presently owns ground for sustainable living and the future cultural, nearly 2000 acres of land in the ‘Master Plan Area’ environmental, social and spiritual needs of (including the City Area and the Green Belt Area). mankind. It has today a sizeable reservoir of people In addition, the foundation also owns about 450 ha specially skilled in and dedicated towards the (1100 acres) of land outside the city and Green Belt promotion of sustainable development, even though area - “Outlying Lands”. These “outlying lands” are its present population is less than 2,500. envisioned to support the following uses: The Auroville Foundation Act, passed by the Indian • Auroville’s own usage for agriculture and Parliament in 1988, is one of the key milestones forestry; in the development of Auroville. It provides • Exchange with landowners who own land in the statutory support for preparation of a Master Plan master plan area; for Auroville to ensure orderly development of the • Outright sales to raise funds for the purchase of township, which is planned to occupy a circular lands within the master plan area; area of 2000 ha. • Development as special zones to generate income for Auroville (long term revenue income When the Auroville Foundation Act was passed in or short / medium term gain from development September 1988, the Government of India became value appreciation) the temporary owner of all the land holdings including those held in private names. The Auroville The FAMC set up a Land Resource Development Foundation came into existence on January 29, Task Force (LRD Task Force) in February 2009 with 1991. On April 1, 1992, the Government handed a mandate to look into the development of some of all the immovable assets over to the Auroville the category (d) lands mentioned above. The work Foundation. The Auroville Foundation is also the of the Task Force includes the following: owner of all immovable assets created on Auroville land.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 7 • Preparation of land utilization proposals and LRD Mandate and in any subject(s) of their choice. The business plan outlines, Unending Education Campus will work in • Preparation of business model proposals (joint The LRD and FAMC have set the following close cooperation with existing educational ventures, franchisees, etc.), criteria for projects and ventures to be institutions. • A proposal for the legal structure of business developed on these lands: ventures such that Auroville becomes the • Preference for technology, research and Bridging Past and Future economic beneficiary thereof, development, educational and resort / spa / The activities relating to this theme will focus on • Negotiations with prospective business partners wellness ventures; bridging cultures, languages, and generations. and finalization of main terms of agreement • Extensive use of renewable energy; The Bridging Campus will bring together young • Plan to achieve carbon-neutral production; and old, modern and traditional, conservative In January 2012, the FAMC approved the LRD Task • No manufacture of products that (can) and progressive in an effort to go beyond these Force’s recommendation to embark on a Strategic harm humans and animals / cause health apparent opposites and move towards future Plan initiative for the lands owned by Auroville problems; realisations. Foundation outside the City Area and the Green • Value addition for the population of the area; Belt Area. The Land Development Strategic Plan • No elitist activities that may alienate the local Material and Spiritual Researches provides a strategy and plan framework for the population. The development relating to this theme will use, development, and protection of the “Outlying centre on research in the basic needs of Lands” within the context of the Auroville Master It is understood that the focus of the humanity: shelter, clothing, water, food, energy. Plan and the region. The planning initiative will be development lands are centered around The research in these areas will be inspired by undertaken in two phases. This report presents the following three themes and need to be the imminence of physical transformation as the findings of the first phase for this strategic integrated into the diverse proposals for the envisioned by Sri Aurobindo. The research will planning initiative, which focussed on the following development strategy. focus on sustainability but not in the traditional objectives: sense of sustenance of what exists but a Unending Education sustainability that creates and maintains the • Develop an in-depth understanding of the land The objective here is the development of conditions for a quantum leap in consciousness. resources owned by Auroville; institutions that provide education and a The Research Campus will create an • Prepare an updated inventory and detailed site learning experience to all age groups from environment that is conducive to innovative analysis of the outlying lands; all backgrounds in an open and inclusive thinking and research. Partnerships will be • Initiate a network building process to identify environment. The learning environment will established with existing research institutions potential resources, partners, and collaborators; be similar to that of open universities but will whereby the research already carried out by • Identify short-term, medium-term and long- have a curriculum that is aimed at integral them will be linked to the spiritual researches of term opportunities and concerns for land holistic development of the individual. The Auroville. development in consultations with key Auroville Unending Education Campus will work with groups, specifically the FAMC, LRD Task Force, lifetime membership models where students and the Auroville Town Development Council. can join courses in any stage of their life

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 8 The second phase of the final Land Development Strategic Plan (which will commence after approval of this report by FAMC) will build upon the findings of the first phase, to accomplish the following goals:

• Identify evaluation criteria for prioritizing lands Table 1.1 Key Statistics, Study Area for Auroville’s own use, sale / exchange, development; • Create a community supported cohesive vision and development policy for the “outlying lands”; TOTAL NUMBER OF 42 Major Land • Develop business plans, venture structure, and PROPERTIES Parcels + 46 management models for future development Isolated Minor proposals; and Parcels • Identify action strategies and organizational TOTAL ACREAGE 1,085 acres structural recommendations geared towards (Major Parcels) + creating an internal asset management team in 66 acres (Isolated Auroville parcels) Encroached LandS 25 acres PROPERTY SIZE RANGE 0.25 acres- 140.6 Study Area acres TOTAL MARKET VALUE INR 800 Cr + INR The Land Development Strategic Plan includes the 50 Cr nearly 1100 acres of Auroville Foundation owned AVERAGE MARKET LAND INR 1.2 cr lands located outside the Master Plan Area and the VALUE/ ACRE Green Belt Area. Figure 1.1 illustrates the extent AVERAGE MARKET LAND INR 240 of these properties in relation to Auroville and the VALUE/ SF surrounding villages. There are 42 major properties ESTIMATED MAXIMUM INR 225 Cr and 66 isolated, minor properties scattered in MARKET VALUE (major (Aurobrindavan) Auroville’s immediate bioregion, encompassing properties) an area of nearly 25 sq.km. Table 1.1 provides a summary of key characteristics for these properties.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 9 Fig. 1.1: Auroville owned lands outside the City and Greenbelt Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 10 Fig. 1.2: Analysis Zones For analysis purposes, the properties were classified into the following four zone 1 zone 2 zone 3 zone 4 zones, shown graphically in Fig. 1.2:

Zone 1 represents the area that includes Auroville owned properties with beach frontage, primary access from ECR (East Coast Road), and includes the existing villages of Kuilayapalayam, and Bommayarpalayam in Tamil Nadu, and Kalapet in Puducherry.

Zone 2 includes properties located near the Auroville Green Belt Area and the Puducherry Airport area. It also includes the panchayat villages of Edayanachavadi and Pattanur.

Zone 3 encompasses a general area that includes large tracts of Auroville owned properties with primary access from three major roadways - NH 66, Koot Road, and Edayanchavadi Road. It includes the panchayat villages of Puthurai, Pattanur, and Tiruchitramabalam.

Zone 4 includes one large property owned by Auroville along Koot Road (SH 49) and a few isolated parcels along the roadways. The zone also includes the Sedarapet Industrial area within Puducherry jurisdiction and the panchayat villages of Tiruchitrambalam, Acharampattu and Akasampattu in Tamil Nadu.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 11 Future actions targeted concerning the AVF Planning Process and Content owned properties are anticipated to follow the recommendations of the Strategic Plan through The Auroville Land Development Strategic Plan continued discussions with the various Auroville was developed through a series of evaluative steps committees and departments. The purpose of this designed to understand Auroville Foundation’s land document is to establish the foundation for the resources, and the physical, social, economic and future development potential of the approximately environmental factors affecting the properties within 1100 acres of land owned by Auroville outside of the study area. The following four-fold approach the Auroville Master Plan area. was adopted to develop a preliminary framework for the Strategic Plan: The report is organized in two volumes and eight chapters that correspond to the tasks outlined in • Conduct a detailed review of statutory and the Scope of Work. other relevant planning studies and documents that have an impact on the future development Volume 1 potential of the “outlying lands”; • Assess and update the GIS database to Chapter 1: Introduction understand the dynamics of the AVF owned This chapter provides a brief introduction about properties in relation to its surrounding context the background and purpose of the project, and its significance within the Auroville the methodology, and the salient features of the community context; assigned Study Area. • Understand the historic and present real estate market trends within the region and its impact Chapter 2: Regional Context on the AVF owned lands; and The Regional Context chapter highlights the • Carry out detailed site analysis studies relationship between Auroville and the villages to document and gauge the strengths, and urban centres surrounding it. Through a series weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for the of maps and statistics, the chapter unfolds the various sites in relation to each other and the significance of the AVF owned “outlying lands” in overall region strengthening the tangible and intangible linkages between Auroville and the larger region. Organization of the Phase-I Report Chapter 3: Planning Context The AV Strategic Plan is anticipated to serve as This chapter provides a detailed assessment of a comprehensive resource for FAMC and other the various statutory planning documents at the development related groups in Auroville that local, state and national levels in relation to its are engaged in shaping the social, economic, implications on the properties within the Study Area. and physical form of the AVF owned lands.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 12 It also includes a discussion of pertinent projects, Volume 2 planning efforts, and initiatives that may have an impact on the viability of development projects on Chapter 7: Site Analysis the Auroville owned properties. This chapter includes a detailed site-level analysis for the 42 major properties in the study area. Chapter 4: Market Analysis The layers presented in this section include: The purpose of the market analysis study is topography, soils, vegetation, access, services and primarily to document, assess, and forecast utilities, existing on-site structures, surrounding land the present and future real estate development uses, and overall context. potential of the 1,100+ acres of outlying lands within the Auroville region, including the Union Territory of Puducherry and the surrounding districts of Tamil Nadu for the next 10-20 years.

Chapter 5: Study Area Analysis The summary of the site analysis phase highlights the detailed assessment of the four zones and individual properties conducted as part of the study. This chapter presents a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis for the four zones, brief profiles for the 43 major properties, and a summary of the site analysis methodology undertaken by the consultant team.

Chapter 6: Conclusion The last chapter summarizes the key findings, preliminary recommendations, and next steps that will provide guidance for successful implementation of the overall strategic planning initiative.

Appendices: Potential Development Partner Profiles Appendix A provides a list of potential development partners, including key real estate developers, institutions, and investors intended to serve as a reference guide for the LRD Task Force. Appendix B contains additional data information compiled during the course of the project.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 13 2. Regional Context

block, located along the Coromandel Coast, covers Regional Context 45,000 square kilometres. The Vanur Block is an approximately contiguous watershed; and this Development of the Auroville Township and the ‘bioregion’ can be defined by the large marsh, growth of its surrounding region are linked to Kaluveli Tank, to the north, the Bay of Bengal to the each other inextricably. Over the last decade, east, Pondicherry City to the south, and Ousteyri the Puducherry region (including the districts of Lake to the west. The “outlying lands” are located and in Tamil Nadu) has Fig. 2.1: Regional Context Map within a 7 km. radius from the centre of Auroville, witnessed a significant increase in population, and include the following village panchayats: reflected by the growth rate of nearly 20% between 2001 and 2011. Growth challenges relating to Tamil Nadu demographic and population shifts, and increased Kottakuppam, Bommayapallayam, Irumbai, Mathur, development pressure on lands surrounding Rayapudupakkam, Pulichapallam, Auroville is a real threat today. Thiruchitrambalam, Pattanur, Puthurai, Acharampattu, Akasampattu Puducherry and the surrounding districts of Cuddalore and Viluppuram including Auroville Puducherry span a total area of roughly 2,500 sq.km., and Kalapet constitute an extremely distinct region rich in environmental resources, ecological biodiversity and cultural heritage thus, trivialising the lines that Demographic Profile mark the administrative boundaries that divide them. Within this region are four major urban Puducherry, the closest urban centre to Auroville, centres- Puducherry, Cuddalore, Viluppuram and reached a population of 1 million as per the latest and over 500 villages. census estimates. In 2001, there were 2.9 million people residing in the areas within a 60 km. radius of Auroville. If the 2011 provisional data for Geographic Context Puducherry district, and the population increase of the districts is used to roughly estimate the decadal Auroville is located in , Viluppuram growth in the taluks (14% for Cuddalore and 17% district, in the state of Tamil Nadu. The centre of for Viluppuram), an estimated population of 4.6 Auroville is located at a distance of 150 km. south million reside within a 60 km. radius of Auroville. of Chennai, 12 km. north of Puducherry, around 7 km. from the East Coast Road and 5 km. from the There are 21 villages near Auroville, with a total NH 66 (Tindivanam highway). The Vanur Block estimated population of over 85,000 according to is one of 22 blocks in the Villupuram-Ramasamy- the 2001 Census estimates. This population serves Padiyachar District in Tamil Nadu, south. This

Source: PVAC Regional Planning Framework, INTACH and PondyCAN, February 2012

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 16 as a target market and employee base for current and future development in the area. Refer Table 1.2 for a list of these villages with the 2001 Census population and the 2011 estimated population figures.

Name Population (2001) Projected Population (2012)

Acharampattu 709 829 Akasampattu 731 856 Appirambattu 846 990 Bommayapalayam 6586 7706 Irumbai 4793 5608 Koluvari 533 623 Kottaikuppam 23697 27725 Mattur 2437 2851 Nesal 1475 1726 Olundiyappattu 650 760 Pulichapallam 4514 5281 Putturai 3723 4356 Rayakottai 655 766 Rayapuduppakkam 2399 2807 Tiruchitambalam 2972 3477 Toruvai 842 985 Puduppattu (Kil) 20 23 Pattanur 1347 1576 Fig. 2.2 Population Distribution (2001) Total 58,929 68,947 Puducherry | Viluppuram | Auroville | Cuddalore Source: PVAC Regional Planning Framework, INTACH and PondyCAN, February 2012

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 17 Fig. 2.3: Auroville Immediate Region Context Map LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 18 Transportation

The Study Area is currently served by a network of National and State Highways. Regional transit is limited to the rail network and bus services operated by the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, the Puducherry Road Transport Corporation, and other private operators. Modes of regional commute are currently limited to personal vehicles (two-wheelers, bicycles and cars), bus services (public and private), and the informal sector (autos, mini-buses and shared autos).

The East Coast Road (or State Highway 49) is a two-lane highway, running north-south along the coast and connecting Chennai to Cuddalore via Puducherry. NH 66 originates from Puducherry, connecting it with via Tindivanam. NH 45A forms an east-west connection in the region, connects Viluppuram to Puducherry and turns south along the Coast through Cuddalore until it merges with NH 67 at Nagapattinam. NH 45C originates from near Viluppuram and connects to Thanjavur through Panruti. NH 45 is another important four-lane highway connecting Chennai to Trichy via Tindivanam and Viluppuram and is one of the busiest highways in the region. SH 136, SH 68 and SH 132 are the other State Highways that form alternative links between the National Highways.

Puducherry Airport is the only airport in the region, and is located within 7 km. of the outlying lands. The airport has no scheduled services; only charter flights and the local flight training school operate out of this airport. To meet the growing demand for

Fig. 2.4: Regional Transportation Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 19 air travel, the Puducherry Government has decided Future Puducherry Airport Expansion to expand the airport to accommodate larger aircraft. A new terminal building is scheduled to be A Memorandum of Understanding was signed ready by August 2012. However, the viability of the between the Puducherry Government and the airline industry in general is currently undergoing a Airports Authority of India in June 2007 for weak phase and not considering major expansion expansion of the airport in two phases. plans. Chennai railway and airport continue to serve as the major railway station and airport serving Under Phase-I, the runway was extended by the Puducherry-Auroville region. Viluppuram town 260 metres to enable landing of ATR type of is located close to the intersections of NH 45 with aircraft. Land admeasuring 19.92 hectares in NH 45A and 45C; and Tindivanam is located at the Pondicherry State limits was acquired at Rs intersection of NH 45 and NH 66. This proximity 18.95 crore and handed over to AAI in July to major highway intersections, gives these areas 2007. tremendous potential to develop as future transit hubs if leveraged in the right direction. The on-going Phase-II will see an extension of an additional 1100 meters of runway by acquiring another 200 acres of land in the adjoining state of Tamilnadu to operate larger jet aircraft. A new terminal building, which can handle 300 passengers, is now under construction.

“Flight operations await new terminal”. IBN Live. 10 May 2012. Retrieved 03 July 2012.( http://ibnlive.in.com/news/flight- operations-await-new-terminal/256422-60-118.html) “Airport website”. Retrieved 03 July 2012.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 20 Regional Destinations

The Auroville region has tremendous potential to strengthen its tourism economy. Developing a regional eco- tourism strategy in a sustainable way will create a win-win situation for the entire region without compromising the natural resources. Following are the various tourism sectors that have the potential of forming a strong cluster.

• Education • Healthcare and Wellness • Tourism • Leisure and Recreation • Religious Tourism • Natural Resources

Fig. 2.5 Regional Destinations Map LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 21 Regional Land Development Trends

The PVAC Sustainable Regional Planning Framework revealed that the region has witnessed a significant loss of agricultural land in exchange for expansion of built-up areas. As illustrated in the maps on the left, the proliferation of built-up areas in what is termed as “suburban sprawl” – characterised by dispersed, low- density and automobile-dependent development has been the prevalent trend. It also magnifies the problem of spatial mismatch in the region as it relates to the presence of existing infrastructure (employment centres, educational institutions, and physical infrastructure) and carrying capacities of the settlements.

The maps on the following pages show that in 2001, the development activities were concentrated only in the major town centres-

Built up area Built up area Puducherry, Cuddalore town, Viluppuram town. Year 2000 Year 2011 However, in 2011, it was observed that several small clusters are now haphazardly dispersed across the region, with a significant concentration of new settlements along the East Coast Road. This trend of rapid ribbon-development along Fig. 2.6 Built-up Settlements (2001) Fig. 2.7 Built-up Settlements (2011) the transportation corridors needs to be curtailed Source: PVAC Regional Planning Framework, INTACH and Source: PVAC Regional Planning Framework, INTACH and PondyCAN, February 2012 PondyCAN, February 2012 with new development models for sustainable growth; and the development of “outlying lands” present a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping this growth within the region.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 22 3. Planning Context

Review of Statutory documents and other planning initiatives

The following chapter reviews both the statutory The objectives of this review are: and regulatory documents for the outlying lands To understand the operational requirements of Auroville. The aim is to better identify the needs and nature of Auroville as a developing city and of the client, in this case Auroville, examine the acknowledge the implications for any planning broader regulatory framework in which lands decisions earmarked for development lie, and lastly To recognise the challenges of planning towards a anticipate the implications for future development. vision within the ecologically delicate Green Belt in Appropriate conclusions, or in the case of this the face of private property rights document implications, are drawn upon from To assess proposed development models and analysis of the following statutory and regulatory how these may support planning and development documents; goals, with specific reference to sustainable agriculture Statutory Documents To identify and work within current regulations, Auroville Master plan restrictions/boundaries specifically along Coastal Regulation Zone coastal regions Tamil Nadu Building Regulations To acknowledge the impacts of outside projects, in particular infrastructure upgrades and their impacts Other relevant initiatives upon any future proposals Auroville Green Belt Plan (on going) Auroville Farm Group Strategic Plan (2011) Auroville Master Plan- Directions for Growth (2004) Puducherry-Viluppuram-Auroville-Cuddalore Sustainable Regional Planning Framework The current population of the Auroville Township Puducherry SEZ stands at 2,500. The growth thus far may have ECR 6-laning been relatively slow, but a critical mass needs to be Railway Alignment Proposals established. A population of 50,000 is envisioned for the Township by 2025 with the Master Plan conceived for this total population. Taking into consideration the need to support future growth trends land use must also be The land distribution strives towards the original carefully considered and remain true to the holistic concept of holistic development, in which urban model of Auroville whilst also working within the and rural settlements complement each other with aforementioned regulatory framework. a focus on reduced commuting between work and

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 25 Chapter 4 - Building the City AUROVILLE MASTERPLAN 2004 - DIRECTIONS FOR GROWTH

42 LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 26 residence with a built to open space ratio of 40:60. income for Auroville (long term revenue income Net residential areas will encompass an area of 100 or short to medium term gain from development ha, with a total floor space of 150,000 sqm (FSI 1.5) value appreciation) and an average floor space per person of 30 sqm. The average density is expected to be 240 persons Proposed Land Use per ha with lower densities near the Crown and higher closer to the Green Belt. Table 1 shows the composition of Auroville lands with the percentage dedicated to each zone Funding for Township with the Green Belt highlighted in red. Land use designations have already been carefully “The Auroville Fund is the official receiving, considered and designated with the remaining un- disbursing, and accounting channel through which built lands lying within the Green Belt. donations, both Indian and foreign reach units and mobilise development within Auroville. In the past, Implications and presently, funding has been collated through the following means: In the development of outlying lands, it is imperative • Donations mainly from abroad for the purchase to respect Auroville’s proposed land uses and the of land organisation of the 5 zones in order to not threaten • Contributions to the Auroville Fund from the success of the Auroville Master Plan’s intent. commercial units operating in Auroville • Grants towards projects from national as well Circulation as international funding agencies for specific purposes The gradual and considered development of • Support from the Government of India (GOI) for Auroville has resulted in a compact, inherently specific projects” sustainable, township. At approximately 1.kms Source: Chapter 3 - The Master Plan - Directions For Growth; in radius this makes it possible for all parts to Auroville Master plan 2004 - Directions For Growth be easily accessible by cycle, foot, and public transport facilitating the creation of a sustainable, Implications car-free city. Investment will be needed in infrastructure in order to meet the demands of a The, somewhat piecemeal, sources of funding for growing and evolving city however, with a road Auroville are inhibiting its growth. Thus to bolster its network planned to meet future traffic with the finances outlying lands of Auroville can be used as following hierarchy. alternate sources of income through: • Outright sales to fund the purchase of lands Four principal access roads to Auroville: inside the city area • Two from the Tindivanam-Puducherry road, • Development as special zones to generate

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 27 connecting the industrial zone and the Green Belt land, has been an area of concern for international zone some time as 70% of lands within the Green Belt • The other two accesses are from the East Coast are under private ownership. This has resulted in Road (ECR), which would link to the residential opportunist developers attempting to make financial zone and the cultural zone gain out of the continued success of Auroville by buying up land designated as ‘100% green’ within Internal distribution roads the master plan. The State Government has also • Consists of vehicular roads as well as expressed similar concern over such development, pedestrian and cycle paths proposing two major programmes over the Green • Right-of-way vehicular roads would vary Belt. between 18-24m depending upon its use • Constitution of a Local Planning Area for the Pedestrian and cycle paths Auroville-Mailam belt • Minimum width of 3m and integrated with open • Require all landowners in designated areas to spaces and green corridors obtain a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from Auroville • Implications for any developments proposed by them • In the formulation of a movement framework, it is imperative that it respects Auroville’s existing road network. Secondly, any proposal and Tamil Nadu/ Puducherry Building Regulations its roads should connect appropriately to the Auroville road network. The 1100 plus acres of lands that fall under the scope of this study are predominantly within Tamil Preservation of the Green Belt Nadu jurisdiction: Two properties - Eternity and Srima- are within the Kalapet commune panchayat The Green Belt covers an area of approximately in the U.T. of Puducherry 1,440 ha surrounding the city area. Its proper use is integral to achieving the objectives of the township. Regulations related to the development of lands in The Green Belt will retain its purpose of restricting Tamil Nadu are illustrated on the following page. urban growth and ensuring an area of openness. In addition, since some of the properties abut Development within the Green Belt is intended to National Highways, norms related to development act as a national model of sustainability with lands along these transportation corridors have also been earmarked for the following forms of land use: discussed. Agriculture Coastal Regulation Zone Regenerated land and plantations Recreation and wildlife conservation Utilities The protection, and appropriate development of

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 28 SInce, the Study Area lies within a non-planning Use Plot Coverage Building height Permissible FSI area, the following general procedures apply for Residential/ Commercial use G+3 1.5 obtaining necessary planning approvals: Stilt +4 1.8 • Applicant should submit application addressed Group development 1.5 to CTCP through Local Body RDD. development that has multiple blocks/ buildings • Local body scrutinizes the application and pass in one plot council resolution regarding MSB declaration Multi-storey buildings (more than G+3) 30% 2.5 then only proposal sent to the RDD. In SLPA the Executive Authority (Municipal Commissioner) 30-40% 2.25 send the proposal to the RDD. 40-50% 2 • RDD scrutinizes the proposal and inspect the Public buildings 1 site. Further particulars if any required may be includes offices, health care facility, school, col- called from the applicant and the proposal has lege, boarding & lodging to be sent to CTCP. Industries 1 • CTCP scrutinizes the proposal and if any further particulars required may be called from the RDD/ applicant. Table 2.1 TN Building Regulations • If the proposal satisfies the prevailing rules and regulations like Panchayat Building Rule, Municipal Building Rule, Multi-storeyed Building Rule etc. CTCP declares the site as MSB area Stipulated Norms for Retail Outlets (Petrol/Diesel): NHAI Access Regulation also the declaration published in TNGG. Item Norms • After declaration and publication in TNGG of Distance from nearest Retail Outlet Minimum 300 meters MSB area and if the proposed Multi-storeyed Provision of 7.0 meter wide service road Necessary where cluster of retail outlet is present building satisfies all the rules and regulations and DCR etc. then technical clearance is given Distance from check barrier Minimum 1 Kilometer by the CTCP and sent to RDD. Stipulated Norms for Access to Private Properties: NHAI Access Regulation • RDD has to collect the centage charge and I&A Item Norms charges before issue of consent and send it to Distance from nearest access/intersection Urban: Minimum 500 m (NH), Minimum 1000 m (For local body for issue of planning permission and likely to be made Expressway) licence. RURAL: Minimum 750 m (For service roads), Minimum • Local body has to collect the necessary 300 m (Individual Property) charges as directed by the Government. Then Provision of 7.0 m wide service road Necessary where clustering of properties is present only building licence should be issued to the Width of Entrance/Exit Minimum 9 m, Maximum 12 m applicant

Table 2.2 National Highway Authority of India Access Regulations

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 29 up to 200m from the High Tide Line (HTL) on The outlying lands of Auroville along the coastal the landward side. There is some flexibility for areas of the Bay of Bengal fall under either traditional fisherman communities specifically Category-II (CRZ-II) or Category-III (CRZ-III), were construction and/or reconstruction of existing depending on the jurisdiction it falls under. authorised structures and/or dwelling units may be permitted between 100-200 metres from the HTL CRZ-II along the seafront. The areas that have already been developed up to or close to the shoreline: For this purpose, There are a number of facilities-orientated ‘developed area’ is referred to as the area within development activities that may be permitted within municipal limits, or in other legally designated the NDZ. These include; urban areas, that is already substantially built • Agriculture, horticulture, gardens, pasture, up, and that has been provided with drainage, parks, play field, and forestry approach roads, and other infrastructural facilities • Facilities for generating power by non- such as water supply and sewerage mains. conventional energy sources Buildings shall be permitted only on the landward • Weather radars side of the existing road (or roads approved in the • Dispensaries, schools, public rain shelter, Coastal Zone Management Plan of the area) or on community toilets, bridges, roads, provision of the landward side of existing authorised structures. facilities for water supply, drainage, sewerage, Buildings permitted on the landward side of the crematoria, cemeteries and electric substation existing and proposed roads/existing authorised for the local inhabitants may be permitted structures shall be subject to the existing local on a case to case basis by the Coastal Zone Town and Country Planning Regulations including Management Authority (CZMA) the existing norms of Floor Space Index/Floor Area • Facilities required for local fishing communities Ratio: such as drying yards, auction halls, net Provided that no permission for construction of mending yards, traditional boat building yards, buildings shall be given on landward side of any ice plant, ice crushing units, fish curing facilities new roads (except roads approved in the Coastal etc. Zone Management Plan) that are constructed on the seaward side of an existing road Zone B covers an area ranging 200 to 500m, Reconstruction of the authorised buildings to be although the scope of development is wider, and permitted subject to the existing FSI/FAR norms not restricted to mere facilities. and without change in the existing use Development of a vacant plot in a designated Under the Category III, there are two development area for construction for hotel or beach resorts for zones, A and B: tourists and/or visitors may be permitted subject to Zone A imposes a ‘No Development Zone’ (NDZ) conditions. The construction and/or reconstruction of dwelling

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 30 units within the ambit of traditional rights and customary uses such as existing fishing villages and gaothans are also permitted within this zone. Finally, the construction of public rain shelters, community toilets, water supply drainage, sewerage, roads and bridges by CZMA who may also permit construction of schools and dispensaries for local inhabitants of the area for those panchayats, the major part of which falls within CRZ if no other area is available for construction of such facilities.

Issues with current CRZ The current Coastal Regulation Zone presents a number of issues for development planning as the high tide line boundary is not defined as the Central Government has yet to specify which authority is responsible for the designation.

In addition, it remains unclear if the Tamil Nadu Coastal Zone Management Plan actually approves of the existing development along the coast. The definitions of ‘local inhabitants’ and ‘traditional rights and customary uses’ are also poorly defined and remain problematic for facility development.

The CRZ also fails to outline any specific guidelines for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), nor is there any clear guidance on procedures to get approval for any proposed development. Finally, panchayats have no representation within the State Fig. 3.1 Draft Green Belt Plan, Vision Map Coastal Zonal Management Authority (SCZMA), and, as per the current mandates, SCZMA powers override that of the panchayats.

Auroville Green Belt Master Plan (ongoing)

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 31 assistance, and the sharing of best practice Mr. David Stein and Ms. Achva Stein are currently knowledge such as; organic farming, water preparing the Draft Green Belt Master Plan management, forestry, and income generation (GBMP), in collaboration with L’Avenir d’Auroville. projects using local produce and products. The draft plan classifies the Green Belt uses into recreation, farm, and regenerated plantation Green Belt Regulations areas. Designated as a ‘fertile zone’, the GBMP will be a focus upon research into food production, The Green Belt master plan cannot, and indeed forestry, soil conservation, water management, is not intended, to stop all development. Rather, waste management, and village engagement. In underpinning the Green Belt is a number of controls addition, the Green Belt is to act as a buffer zone that have been formulated in order to regulate land to promote collaborative relationships with villages use. In brief, these regulations cover the following in the bioregion via a pilot scheme whilst promoting principles: organic, sustainable farming and forestry. • The protection of water supply • This will establish a buffer zone around all Salient Features water bodies and along all streams. This also establishes special requirements for properties The master plan for the Green Belt emphasizes within this buffer. water management and recharge within the • Limitation of land uses to regulate development bioregion as the township completely depends on subject to a detailed review of buildings permits the bioregion for its water supply. • Preference will be given to organic and sustainable agriculture uses, tree plantations, In order to retain the integrity of the Green Belt, and forestry, including Botanical Gardens. and thus protect the water recharge zone of Residential units will be for farmers and the bioregion, the master plan utilises land use foresters with appropriate ancillary buildings regulations necessary to protect aquifers, and the only. A period for bringing uses into conformity use of legally enforced land use controls on both will also be set Auroville and non-Auroville properties covering; • Organise village expansion building, land use, stream and water body • Establish sustainability as a formal goal and protection. requirement • Confirm Auroville’s relationship to villages within The master plan acknowledges the need for the bioregion collaboration and envisions the creation of a Implications common platform in which Auroville is united with villagers within the bioregion through the preparation of master plans, provision of technical

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 32 of sustainable organic farming in Auroville and The limitation of land uses to regulate development beyond subject to a detailed review of buildings permits does have implications, as it contradicts the intent Strategy of the Strategic Lands Development Plan. Secondly, permissible uses within the Green Belt that ensures The production of an aim and mission may be the revenue and livelihood of villages also need to the foundation stones to many a plan, but these be identified. naturally need to be built upon with a clear strategy. Addressing the aforementioned challenges and Auroville Sustainable Agriculture Plan (2011) bottlenecks an integrated approach has been suggested as shown in the figure. Auroville boasts a substantial area of agricultural lands that are integral to the townships prosperity In effect, the testing phase will begin within and ethos of sustainable development. This vision Auroville agricultural lands with any initial for such lands has been outlined as below. challenges and obstacles ‘weeded out’ with the successful scheme gradually exported out into the ‘The creation and maintenance of a healthy wider bioregion. and conscious farming system which meets the demands of Auroville, with a production Expected overall impact system based upon the principles of sustainable development for both earth and community in • The Plan anticipates that the strategy for the which sustainable farming practices are advanced bioregion will deliver five overall impacts for and promoted both locally and globally.’ both Auroville and the farmers of the outlying bioregion. In support of the vision for the Agriculture Plan • Demonstrate how sustainable organic farming is a mission that has been formulated to set out can be part of a collective economy that is the plan’s wider aims, becoming a statement of driven by a clear vision of self-sustenance purpose guiding actions to achieve objectives. The • A food and agriculture sector that demonstrates mission is to: organic farming can be a sustainable and • Ensure that the agriculture and food sector economically viable proposition respond to the growing needs of Auroville for • Develop a fair trade structure through ‘Food healthy organic food Link’ where farms, consumers, markets, and • Establish and maintain a community orientated food processors collaborate to ensure fair network that guides and supports food pricing for both farmers and consumers and production and distribution for Auroville healthy food • Increase knowledge, awareness, and practice • Make evident that food habits can be changed

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 33 through a participatory process and increased • Plotted Development lead to deleterious impacts on communities over awareness • Flatted Development the next 20 years. It is the first effort of its kind in • Illustrate that the partnerships between farmers • IT/ITES the region and focuses on promoting a paradigm in the bioregion will benefit all stakeholders and • E-publishing shift from conventional planning models to a more can be replicated across other regions • Biotech / Life Sciences integrated sustainable participatory planning model • Medical tourism & cosmetic surgery at the ecosystem level, and not just administrative Other Relevant Initiatives • Apparel & Fashion boundaries. • Logistics and Warehousing Several other planning level initiatives are currently • School / Education city Railway Line Alignment under various stages of development that may have • Value Retail Southern Railway is currently planning the east- an impact on the future development potential of • Spa & Sports coast railway line between Chennai and Cuddalore. the AVF-owned “outlying lands”. Some of these • 5/4/3 star Hotel If the proposed route is approved, it is likely that the include: • International Residential School railway line will affect some of the Auroville owned • Hospital lands near NH 66. A new line will be constructed East Coast Road Widening • Shopping Mall / Multiplexes from Chengelpet to Mahabalipuram after which • Residential Houses it will take the coastal route to Koonimedu, near The TN Government has proposed four-laning of . However, there are two possible ECR from Mammalapuram to Puducherry, after 10 Puducherry-Viluppuram-Auroville-Cuddalore(PVAC) routes for the stretch between Koonimedu and years of deliberation. The increase in regional traffic JIPMER and on to Pondicherry / Cuddalore. The between Chennai and Pondicherry on the ECR Sustainable Regional Planning Framework eastern route proposed would pass behind the will definitely increase in the short-term; however, Pondicherry University campus, along the eastern constrained conditions both from an environmental In February 2012, INTACH Puducherry and edge of Auroville’s Green Belt before curving west and development capacity perspective may have a PondyCAN, with funding assistance from ADEME towards JIPMER. The other route would see it pass negative impact on the overall quality of life that the completed an initiative to develop a regional plan through Kalapet before moving through Sedarapet region is known for in the long term. for the Puducherry- Viluppuram-Auroville-Cuddalore and on to JIPMER. region. The Puducherry- Viluppuram- Auroville- Puducherry Multi-Product Special Economic Cuddalore (PVAC) Sustainable Regional Planning Zone (SEZ) Framework is an initiative to establish an integrated inter-state growth strategy for Puducherry and its The Sedarapet SEZ was approved in 2003 by the neighbouring districts in the state of Tamil Nadu- Central Government as an exclusive integrated Viluppuram and Cuddalore. The impetus for this multi-product project comprising an area of 860 citizen-driven effort came from the realization acres. However, due to land acquisition issues and that in case an integrated growth management lack of market viability, the plans for developing the framework is not put in place in Puducherry and SEZ were put on hold in 2010. its neighbouring Tamil Nadu districts immediately, SEZ DE PONDY features: rapid urbanisation and haphazard growth will

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 34 P LANNINGTHE C ITY New rail link planned near Auroville In brief ’Avenir, Auroville’s town planning Happy birthdays!

A:PRASHANT MAP: The Working Committee sent group, and Prashant have met twice gifts to Governing Board chair- recently with representatives of the man Dr. Karan Singh and to Indian railways. The topic is a planned member Ajoy Bagchi, who both new rail link between Chennai and were celebrating their 80th birth- Cuddalore which could pass in the vicinity of L days on March 10, in token of Auroville. The northern part of the new line seems appreciation and gratitude for to have been decided upon. It will begin at Chennai their work done for Auroville. Egmore and up to Chengelpet it will be the main Chennai-Trichy line. A new line will be constructed from Chengelpet to Mahabalipuram after which it Born at the right will take the coastal route to Koonimedu, near time A 25-minute documentation Marakkanam. However, there are two possible showing glimpses of Auroville, routes for the stretch between Koonimedu and JIP- made by Doris and Francis, can MER and on to Pondicherry. be seen at http://www.youtube. One proposed route would initially take it south. com/watch?v=gmpvHuxNBiw It would pass behind the Pondicherry University cam- pus, skirt the eastern edge of Auroville’s greenbelt before curving west towards JIPMER. The other Auronet A ‘Pulse’ question has been put route would see it pass through Kalapet before arcing LEGEND on Auronet regarding the quality to the west of Auroville through Sedarapet and on to Existing Railway Line AV Green Belt Limit of the discussion on the forum, JIPMER (see map). AV City Area Main Roads after the Auroville Council sug- The eastern of these two routes would clearly disad- New Highway Bypass Settlements gested that the discussion sector vantage Auroville much more. As the line will be elevat- Pondicherry State Irrigation Tanks be shifted from the home page. ed three and a half metres, it would cut easy access to the AV Land Results will be published. East Coast Road and the sea as well as bringing noise and disruption to the very edge of the greenbelt. Prashant reports that before his last meeting with Unacceptable the railway authorities, they were actually favouring behaviour Two possible tracks for the proposed Pondicherry – Chennai rail link around and through Auroville The Auroville Council has stated this route. However, he presented a number of argu- that whoever purchases land in ments which may cause them to reconsider. Firstly, as longer, and the increased cost would be partially offset option is approved will then be referred to the Planning his/her own name in the the railways make their profits on goods traffic rather by the lower priceLAND of the DEVELOPMENT land on this STRATEGIC alignment. PLAN Commission, which will allocate the funds. for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area Auroville Master Plan area or URBANnetworks than passengers, the westward route makes more HowUrban Development did Consultants the railway authorities respond to these All this will take at least 18 months. Only then will September, 2012 tries to sell his or her 35house in sense as a station would be situated at Sedarapet arguments? Prashant believes they are more receptive the process of land procurement begin, and nobody Auroville goes against the basic industrial estate and the Mettupalayam industrial now to the western route, particularly because of its knows how long that could take. Once this is complet- principles of Auroville. The estate would also be within easy reach. Secondly, the proximity to industrial estates. He also reports that ed, there will be a call for tenders and only then will Council also stated that going to railways would like to serve the maximum number of they want to work with Auroville to find the best construction begin. It is expected that this 180 kilome- Indian and foreign authorities to people and, according to population data, this route route. In fact, they had already surveyed land in some tres line will take three to four years to construct. air personal grudges or would serve far more people than the easterly route. of Auroville’s forests and found them beautiful, so Originally, there was talk of there being a high- denounce other Aurovilians is Thirdly, land acquisition would be easier for the west- they didn’t want to cut them for the new line. speed line, but that discussion is still at the Railway unacceptable behaviour and ern route as there are fewer landowners and larger So what happens next? The railway authorities Board level. One reason this is not happening as yet is places the person who does so plots of land in that area. The land prices are also have invited Auroville to submit a note explaining our the astronomical cost of such a line (almost 200 crores out of bounds. cheaper here than those closer to the coast. concerns and why we favour the western route. This a kilometre). However, the line being planned will Another reason why the railway authorities were will help them in writing the Detailed Project Report transport passengers from Pondicherry to central originally favouring the eastern route is because it is (DPR) which will be sent to the Railway Board in Chennai in about two and a half hours: it will be faster, Land sales The Funds and Assets shorter and therefore cheaper to construct: it costs Delhi. The Board will then make a decision which has safer, comfortable, earth-friendly and much cheaper Management Committee has approximately 15 crores to construct one kilometre of to be endorsed by the Cabinet Committee on Economic than going by taxi. proposed that 50% of the pro- rail. However, the western route is only 1.2 kilometres Affairs, headed by the Prime Minister. Whichever Alan ceeds of the sale of outlying and unused lands outside the Master S PIRITUALITYWORKSHOP Plan area will be used for the purchase of land within the City or Greenbelt area, 30% for the Exploring states of consciousness in the Telos workshop creation of new housing and Telos, based on Sri Aurobindo and Mother’s teachings, is an approach to making Integral Yoga accessible and housing infrastructure and 20% experiential in everyday life. After two years of extensive studies, on 6th of March Manoj and Arul offered a one- for the creation of infrastructure day workshop in Vérité’s Integral Learning Centre to introduce their method. which promotes and support Auroville’s commercial and e will keep guage the body understands is the waste a lot of effort. Or when our service activities. silence as language of repetition, and it is for PHOTO COURTESY MANOJ mind is clouded and we are lost in much as this reason advertisements are analysis and never get into action.” Accessible Auroville A two-day workshop on how possible mindlessly repeated. To change a We further explored methods of Auroville can be made accessible throughout habit or to establish a new habit it how to transform problems related to to all, including differently-abled the workshop,” began Manoj. 18 is necessary to address physical each state of consciousness by fol- “W people, was conducted at the Aurovilians had grouped in a semi-circle consciousness and this requires lowing simple psychological beginning of March by the around Manoj and Arul while the Om repeating an act a large number of processes guided by Arul. Every Samarthyan organisation from Namo Bhagavagate mantra played like times till the new pattern is process involved consecration in New Delhi. The workshop an imperceptible heart-beat in the back- imprinted in the physical con- attunement with the inner guide and addressed issues such as the ground. sciousness,” explained Manoj. time for assimilation and note taking. principles of Universal Design Manoj then explained how the We explored each of the six The seventh state is referred as and strategies for implementing Silent Zone, a silent, relaxed yet a high- instrumental layers of conscious- the Spiritual one where illumination, accessibility codes and guidelines ly-alert state of mind, is an essential con- ness through direct experience intuition, and knowledge by identity for Auroville. dition required to explore the finer with various physical exercises. can flourish and through guided movements of consciousness. We We enacted states of fear, repul- process we explored what it means to Auroville Archives entered this state with a very simple sion, desire, anger, hatred, power, open upward from above the head appeal exercise where we extended the listen- sorrow, pain, love and joy and enter into a receptive silence. The Auroville archives is video- ing to the furthest point while being fully depending on the state of con- “The seven states of conscious- Manoj recording Aurovilians who aware of our body sitting on the chair. sciousness we were exploring and ness are like Krishna’s flute where all describe what they have lived The process expanded into inclusion of were surprised by the rapidity of the draw into myself’ or ‘It is difficult for seven stops need to be clear and open,” through and contributed to seeing with surround vision and within bodily and emotional changes and how me to work in a team,’ this was a defi- said Manoj. “If one is blocked the music Auroville. So far, about 200 minutes we felt a deep silence and peace they are connected to various centres in ciency that may need some attention. of the soul cannot flow freely.” Aurovilians have participated settling in. the body and their corresponding con- After lunch we also saw how the inertia Our last exercise, the invocation of and the Archives appeal for more Moving deeply into silence we then sciousness. of the Physical Consciousness was set- the psychic being, the inner guide in us, people to join in. The records will started our journey of exploring various Exploration of each state through tling in and how one can bring in the had some of us almost in tears. During be made available to future states of consciousness beginning with body movements was followed by a dynamism of Central Vital to wipe out the process we walked slowly around research scholars to study the the physical consciousness. We gently questionnaire where we could assess each the intertia. the room holding small lighted candles growth of Auroville as a Living moved out of our chairs by exaggerating state. It was often very revealing and The Higher Vital is the seat of love, in our hands and offered them to the Laboratory of Human Unity. the heaviness of our body and feeling the directly illuminated our weaknesses in a relationships and emotional sensitivity. soul, the psychic being, of the person inertia and gravity of matter and heavi- particular area. “Once you know which Simple group exercises gave us freedom who happened to be in front of us. It Land purchase ness of Tamas. “As if we are dragging state is inadequately developed you know to express and receive warmth and some was a very moving experience. The land purchase appeal made ourselves out of bed in the early morn- what to work on,” pointed out Manoj. of the group became very emotional Manoj told us that ‘Telos’ was a in the birthday week (February ing,” said Manoj guiding the process. As The Lower Vital occupies itself with when something was touched or Greek word meaning ‘the study of pur- 21-28) resulted in a total dona- we did these movements and continued sensual pleasure, desire and fear. A table released in them. pose’ and the course was based on tion of Rs 5,80,000. the exploration he instructed. “Now start of various foods and objects were spread The Externalising Mind dominates Mother and Sri Aurobindo’s teachings, to inhale and stretch, then notice the dif- out and we were invited to be aware of sense-bound knowledge, communica- especially in Letters on Yoga. It was a Early Auroville ference.” We moved from a dull inert our reactions to them from the basis of a tion and practicality. “Modern man suf- course he and his friend, Arul Dev had Thirty-six photos made by state of physical consciousness to an silent mind. The rising of greed, disgust fers from an excess of this,” Manoj developed to make Integral Yoga easily Walter in the period 1970-1975 awakened stability of physical con- and criticism were very easy to see. pointed out. accessible and practical for our everyday showing the early Aspiration sciousness by stretching the body fully The Central Vital is the seat of Thinking and Dynamic Mind gives life. They had given the first course in community and Kuilapalayam and breathing through the whole body. power, passion, expansion, achieve- us vision, will and philosophical knowl- Chennai and this was their first offering have been posted at http://aspi- “Habits become imprinted in our ments and challenges. When we had edge. An imbalance shows up when we in Auroville. ration.auroville.com/walter.html physical consciousness and the only lan- ticked: ‘When challenged I prefer to act before we understand a problem and Dianna Auroville Today April 2011 3 4. Market Analysis

Market Analysis • To identify strategic interventions needed to best utilise Auroville’s land assets based on a The purpose of the market analysis section is thorough understanding of the market realities. primarily to document, assess, and forecast • To assess the current balance between supply the future real estate development potential and demand for various real estate sectors in of the 1,100 acres of outlying lands within the the Auroville bio-region; Auroville region. This includes the Union Territory • To search for development models that of Puducherry and the surrounding districts of balance the goals of financial feasibility of any Tamil Nadu for next 10-20 years. These findings real estate project with the long-term goals are derived from research undertaken by the of encouraging a value- driven approach to consultant team. The study comprised of both development that helps in the overall growth of qualitative, and (interviews with local real estate the region; developers and internet based real estate supply • To recognize unsustainable development analysis) quantitative research methods (property typologies (if any) that are currently values analysis, demographic profile). mushrooming around Auroville, which are removed from the socio-economic context of Over the past decade the Auroville – Puducherry the region and the vision of Auroville region has seen a significant increase in its population, reflected by a growth rate of nearly Methodology 20% over a ten year period, between 2001 and 2011. This population shift is directly attributed to The introductory section laid out the aims and the drastic changes witnessed in the real estate objectives of the study and the mandate for any market characterized by an increase in conversion development within Auroville lands. To recap, of agricultural lands to platted residential the aim of the study is to assess and forecast the developments, escalating property values, a rise in future real estate development potential of outlying disposable incomes, and an associated increase lands within the Auroville region. The project in second homes sales or investment properties. team adopted several approaches to compile Similar trends witnessed at the macro-levels- both and assess the market trends within the Auroville- at the national level and at the nearest Chennai Puducherry region. In addressing the aim the metro level- are also inextricably linked to trends following four-fold approach was undertaken: in the immediate Auroville- Puducherry regional market. With the proposal of any study, typically, previous works have been conducted. In the study of the The objectives of the Auroville Strategic Plan economic context a review of the literature was Market Study are as follows: undertaken, which was supported with interviews with local, regional, and national experts.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 38 Real estate developers were also consulted to also compared to other urban, peri-urban and rural understand the developer perspective. areas in the region and selected cities nationally to provide a general understanding of the financial This approach allowed for a ‘snapshot’ of the implications for the future development potential macro-economic conditions that are expected from an investor perspective. to have an impact on the local real estate conditions to be formulated. This included an A detailed assessment of the existing and planned analysis of the key economic growth patterns at supply of significant real estate developments five different levels – national, the Chennai Metro, between Chennai and Cuddalore was undertaken Mammalapuram, Puducherry Region, and finally through extensive desk based internet research. Auroville and its immediate surroundings. For analysis purposes, these have been grouped into the following four broader regions: From both an investment and development 1. Chennai Metropolitan Region perspective, as well as from the viewpoint of 2. Mammalapuram- Marakannam Region creating a land acquisition and disposal strategy, 3. Puducherry- Viluppuram- Auroville- Cuddalore it is imperative to gain an understanding of the Region market values in terms of the total investment that 4. Auroville Bio-Region may be required to determine the scale of total capital investment for any development. In the long The introduction of these case studies also run property prices therefore depend on demand provides a degree of stability into data collection. factors, such as national income and average In total, the three main sectors- Commercial Retail, discount rates, and, on supply factors, such as Commercial office and Residential were analysed cost of construction, land availability and the relating to the demand and supply characteristics quality of the existing stock. at the local level, with selected features compared to the demand seen in the closest urban centres It is important to note that data related to of Pondicherry and Chennai, as well as the trends understanding the dynamics of property prices seen at the national level in the last five years. is related to knowledge of local markets, which is only accessible at a substantial cost. This makes it The data was compiled and analysed from the very difficult, if not impossible, to forecast the future compilation and analysis phase with some general movements of property prices. observations noted and discussed. Building upon these observations, inferences were derived and In order to gauge the guideline property values recommendations to identify the catalysts for future for the Auroville bio-region the A – Register was development were identified. referred to, as were local estate agents and brokers in order to obtain market values. These values were

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 39 Indian Real Estate Market Overview Residential segment sales, which had improved in Q1 of 2011, moderated significantly and are likely India has enjoyed a robust real estate investment to continue at the lower levels during the first half of climate in the last decade, fuelled primarily by 2012. Demand in this segment was affected due to the high growth curves with GDP rates of 8%-9%. higher prices and an increase in mortgage lending The real estate sector was able to weather the rates. global economic recession better than its Western counterparts, leading to significant investment Underpinning demand, however, was office space, interest until early 2011. However, the 2011-2012 which is likely to continue at 2011 levels as hiring fiscal year saw a sharp decline in growth rate to momentum of the IT/ITES sector, the major driver 6.5 per cent and a steep devaluation of the Indian of office space in India, continues into 2012. The Rupee, having slipped by over 15 per cent this employment growth in the IT/ITES sector driving year. demand in Tier II cities is expected to consequently increase demand for commercial and residential The Information Technology and the enabled space in smaller cities. Services segment has been the primary economic driver for growth in the key real estate sectors - Despite positive demand for office space, Fitch office, retail, and residential. ratings outlook for 2012 for the Indian real estate sector was in the negative due to weak overall Fig. 4.1 India GDP Growth Rate, 2002-2012 A new and modern middle class started to look demand and higher construction costs, which will for apartments, whilst companies looked for new continue to squeeze margins. The demand for retail and modern office spaces. Investments in real commercial space is expected to remain low during estate where mainly demand driven, the dream 2012. The trend towards affordable, low ticket of any property investor. From then on, real estate housing is likely to continue. The income pyramid companies started to consolidate and invested in in India is heavy at the bottom, with 60% of the bigger projects. households earning less than INR 80,000 per year. 19% cannot afford any type of housing through The National Capital Region, Bangalore, their income; 45% can’t afford a house in the Tier I Hyderabad and Mumbai led the country in spatial or Tier II cities. absorption, with more than 32 million sq.ft being absorbed across the top 7 cities in 2010. However, Regional Real Estate Market at a Glance vacancy levels have also been increasing largely due to a huge supply pipeline. The combined gross domestic product (GDP) of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Both material and labour costs rose during and Puducherry contributes almost 22% of the 2011 affecting the momentum within the market. total GDP of India. These states are considered Fig. 4.2 RBI Interest Growth Rate, 2008-2012 Source: www.softwareandfinance.com

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relatively stable growth centres and are slowly Office ECONOMIC BASE becoming the desired destination for economic activity in the country. Southern cities of India have The Chennai office market has witnessed  The majority of the work force is involved in activitiesalways remained like IT, textile a price industries, sensitive automobile market, with industries remarkable growth from nearly 10 million sq.ft in and administration. buyers focussed on affordability. Q4 of 2005, to 45 million Sq.ft in Q2 of 2011. Since 2006 Chennai has added 20 million Sq.ft of office

The real estate market in South India is primarily space every 13 quarters. Much of this growth has  The Per capita income of Chennai has crosseddriven Rs 50000 by IT/ITES sector as it continues to emerge been led by the IT industry which constitutes 86% as a hub for manufacturing industries such as of the operational office stock in Chennai, often in textiles, automobiles, defence, aerospace and the form of IT parks or Special Economic Zones REGIONALFig. 4.3 Chennai CONNECTIVITY City Population Growth, 1980-2030 pharmaceuticals. In terms of the retail sector, (SEZ). The city has also seen a rise in the number Source: Chennai Real Estate Overview 2012, ICICI Bank between the three cities of Bangalore, Hyderabad of suburban IT related SEZs. and Chennai there are 59 upcoming malls expected to be constructed in the next five years. For IT related offices, the Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) is the preferred destination; however, the The following section discusses the real estate city has also witnessed an increase in supply of market scenario in the Chennai metropoliatan area. suburban properties along the East Coast Road (ECR). The strip along East Coast Road has Chennai also developed into a recreational zone with the presence of amusement parks and entertainment Chennai, is the closest metropolitan area to zones. With the global recession and decrease in Auroville, and is the fourth most populous demand for IT services, several experts feel that metropolitan area and the fifth most populous city there is an oversupply currently in the market and in India, with the urban agglomeration having an lack of quality infrastructure in serving the suburbs estimated population over 12.4 million people. The which poses a threat to burst the real estate bubble city is emerging as a hub for IT and automobile in the Chennai market. manufacturing sectors, and has witnessed a drastic transformation in its socio-cultural composition due According to a report by the real estate consulting to increased employment related migration from firm, Cushman and Wakefield, there is more than other parts of India. The consumers who were once 30% office space vacancy in peripheral areas such conservative and gave significance to value-driven as Old Mahabalipuram Road (beyond Perungudi) shopping are now giving much importance to and Grand Southern Trunk (GST) Road (beyond convenience shopping. Perungalathur). In suburban areas (Guindy, Perungudi, Taramani, Ambattur), the vacancy rate is more than 16%, while off-Central business district locations have a 9% office vacancy rate.

Fig. 4.4 Chennai to Auroville via ECR VIA ECR – 148 KMS VIA NH 32 – 156 KMS LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks RESIDENTIALUrban Development Consultants PROPERTYSeptember, RATES; 2012 CHENNAI 41

NORTH CHENNAI Rs 5300/SQ FT SOUTH CHENNAI Rs 3390/SQ FT WEST CHENNAI Rs 4645/SQ FT CBD CHENNAI Rs 11300/SQ FT Source: Chennai real estate overview 2012 ICICI

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RATES; ECR – Rs 3889- Rs 4866 per sq. Feet

Source: magicbricks

Residential shopping, are now placing importance on convenience shopping as their lifestyles change to SEZs in and around Chennai ECONOMIC BASE • New Chennai Township Private Limited The suburban areas of Chennai have also meet the demands of an industrializing nation. After the construction of Spencer Plaza in Chennai Engineering SEZ : Marg Swarnabhoomi  Thewitnessed majority significant of the work activity force inis involvedrecent years. in activities The like IT, textile industries, automobile industries ECR region is witnessing the development of high- during the late 1990s, now the city’s oldest Marg SEZ(Engineering SEZ) and administration. • Shriram Properties and Infrastructure Private end villas and a plethora of approved plots that are organized retail space, retail activity remained

Limited Shriram The Gateway Shriram The located in close proximity to the coast, command a relatively stagnant and there was little organized Gateway(IT/ITES)  Thepremium Per capita rate. income Chennai of isChennai an end has user crossed market Rs with 50000 retail activity seen in the city until 2005. In 2010 Chennai’s largest mall, Express Avenue Mall, • Tata Consultancy Services Limited Siruseri over 80% end users. The salaried class followed and Egattur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (IT/ITES) by the self-employed category is driving end-user became operational, and, by December 2011, • Ramanujan IT City‎, TRIL Inforpark Ltd., REGIONALdemand CONNECTIVITY in this market. Investor participation in the there were a total of 12 operational malls within Rajiv Gandhi Salai(OMR), Taramani, Chennai real estate market is predominantly long- Chennai servicing a population of over 12 million. Chennai, Tamil Nadu (IT/ITES) term in nature. Builders also discourage short-term • Hexaware Technologies Limited SIPCOT IT speculation in the market. Park, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Siruseri, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (IT/ITES) Homebuyers are maintaining a cautious stance • Syntel International Pvt.Ltd SIPCOT IT with regards to the Chennai real estate market Park, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Siruseri, amidst fears of a global economic slowdown. The slowdown in industrial output and subsequent Chennai, Tamil Nadu (IT/ITES) restrictions on employment opportunities has impacted the real estate scenario in the city. A Residential Property Values in Chennai major share of new launches during 2009-2010 NORTH CHENNAI Rs 5300/SQ FT in South Zone was priced at less than INR 4,000 per sq ft, which has maintained affordability for the SOUTH CHENNAI Rs 3390/SQ FT home buyer. WEST CHENNAI Rs 4645/SQ FT CBD CHENNAI Rs 11300/SQ FT Retail Sub-Market Rental Value Range (INR Per sq ft Chennai, as an emerging hub for IT, and per month) automobile manufacturing has witnessed a drastic transformation in its socio-cultural composition as CBD 65 – 85 a result of employment related migration from other SBD 45 – 55 parts of India, and an emerging middle class. PBD 20 – 40 Source: Chennai Real Estate Overview 2012, ICICI Bank The consumers who, were earlier conservative and frugal, giving significance to value-driven

Fig. 4.5 Chennai to Auroville via Tindivanam Hwy LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGICVIA PLAN ECR – 148 KMS VIA NH 32 – 156 KMS for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RATES; CHENNAI 42

NORTH CHENNAI Rs 5300/SQ FT SOUTH CHENNAI Rs 3390/SQ FT WEST CHENNAI Rs 4645/SQ FT CBD CHENNAI Rs 11300/SQ FT Source: Chennai real estate overview 2012 ICICI

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RATES; ECR – Rs 3889- Rs 4866 per sq. Feet

Source: magicbricks Trade Area Analysis

In order to develop an understanding of the market potential of the Union Territory and the Auroville region a ‘trade area analysis’ was undertaken with three areas identified as falling within a 60-minute, and a 90-minute commuter belt.

The trade area has been subsequently be divided into primary and secondary areas. The secondary comprising Viluppuram, and Cuddalore, and the primary encompassing the Puducherry urban area, surrounding villages of Auroville, and sections of Vanurtaluk.

Secondary Trade Area Analysis: Viluppuram and Cuddalore

The secondary trade area comprises mainly of rural areas; Viluppuram, to the north, and Cuddalore, to the south, with an estimated population of 2.3 million (Census 2011 provisional data). These both fall within the 90 minute commuter belt. Both Viluppuram and Cuddalore have predominantly agrarian based economies, with the primary occupation inland being agriculture whilst there is fishing along the 80km coast. The rural economy represents about 67% of Cuddalore’s economy compared to 85% for Viluppuram, there is evidence that Cuddalore’s economy will diversify further with industrial investment via State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) who have earmarked the area as an emerging growth centre of Tamil Nadu. Primary Trade Area Secondary Trade Area Fig. 4.5 Auroville Trade Area Map Source: PVAC Regional Planning Framework, INTACH and PondyCAN, February 2012

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 43 The employment base within the area remains Primary Trade Area Analysis hotel rooms has increased in strength by 3800 weak with poor demand and the supply of new over the last four years, but there is still a need to construction low. Between Puducherry and The primary trade area is formed of the Puducherry increase the average stay of tourists. Cuddalore, there are signs of new residential urban area, the surrounding villages of Auroville, developments coming up along the East Coast and sections of Vanurtaluk. The population of There are manufacturing and service industry Road, which is mostly plotted development on these areas currently stands at around 1 million, clusters in Sedarapet. However, the industry greenfields often used for investment purposes a 27% increase over a 10 year period (2001 perception of Puducherry is that it represents a i.e second or vacation home buyers and not end – 2011). Intrestingly the area suffers from high poor investment climate, especially after incentives users. Property values range between INR 300-350/ unemployment but also has one of the highest per for industries expired last year (2011). This sf for residential properties in primary locations capita incomes in the country. combined with the industrial policy of 1997 placing along the East Coast Road, and upto INR 1450/ emphasis to light engineering and the auto industry sf for commercial uses in certain areas. However, Pondicherry has witnessed a relatively dynamic means that the IT/ITES industrial sector is virtually areas closer to Puducherry jurisdiction in Tamil growth curve, both in terms of population and absent. Nadu state also show higher values due to its income levels, within the last decade. The Union proximity to Puducherry Urban Area. Territory of Pondicherry had a GSDP of Rs.5,031.25 The area also continues to benefit from high crores in 2002-03 which increased to Rs.7,193.65 remittances from non-resident Indians in France crores in 2006-07 and further to Rs.9,104.30 crores and related investment in real estate. Education, particularly Pondicherry University, and healthcare in 2008-09 registering an average annual growth remain strengths but are currently underutilised rate of 13.49%. The per capita income increased with supporting industry tie-ups. from Rs.45,431/- in 2002-03 to Rs.81,057/- in 2008- 09 registering an average annual growth rate of Education and healthcare are the major drivers for 13.07%. This shows that the UT of Pondicherry is attracting people to Puducherry and the town is dynamic in nature and boasts of high growth both renowned for its school of medicine, which perhaps in terms of GSDP and per capita income. In terms warrants Puducherry a place in the ‘knowledge of population, Pondicherry district has witnessed economy’. a 28.7% increase in population between 2001 and 2011. (Source: Draft Annual Report 2008, Residential Government of Puducherry, Planning and Research Within the primary trade area residential land Department). is mostly plotted, however, there has been minimal construction. The property market within The economy for the Puducherry urban area the Puducherry trade area is mainly driven by rests upon tourism, with the Aurobindo Ashram in investors, those seeking a second home and Pondicherry and the Thirunallar Temple in Karaikal vacation properties. The result is weak local proving to be the most popular destinations. In absorption capacity with many properties order to accommodate this growth the number of becoming unaffordable combined with high

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 44 unemployment creating a limited demand for Retail mostly commercial travellers, Tamil Nadu residents residential property. employed in Pondicherry, weekend and festival The retail environment within Puducherry remains time shoppers from adjacent areas in Tamil Puducherry has one of the highest population unorganised with no investment by any of the major Nadu, students and youth making weekend visits densities in India. Despite this the majority of big players. Much of the retail space in Puducherry to Pondicherry, and groups from Chennai and property construction has been has been owner is dedicated to the local market with budget stores other places travelling to Pondicherry as part of driven with no major large scale residential and the tourist market with “boutique” stores selling conducted tours. investments in the urban area within the last products manufactured by Auroville units, and the decade. This may be due to the distinct lack of local leather industry. The previous low sales tax The Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development strong local developer groups. Consumers attitude rateis now uniform which has also hampared retail and Investment corporation Ltd.(PIPDIC) is also is, as was Chennai’s 10 years ago, conservative activity. and value driven. Additionally Puducherry has seen promoting investments in the field of tourism through its property values artificially inflated by INR 18,000 Tourism and Hospitality innovative financial incentives in the field of tourism. – 20,000 psf within the Boulevard Town, whilst other Some of these incentives include: areas have seen a rise of INR 2,500 – 4,000 psf. The Primary Trade Area has tremendous potential • An interest subsidy equal to a difference of to strengthen its tourism economy. Developing a 5% in the rate of interest charged by Financial Office regional eco-tourism destinations in a sustainable Table 4.1 Tourist Flow Statistics: Puducherry manner will create a win-win situation for the entire The office market for Puducherry is limited as it is Domestic Tour- Foreign region without compromising the natural resources. Year ist Tourist Total Growth an unorganised sector, but a sector with potential Following are the various tourism sectors that have 2001 4,76,804 22, 115 4,98,919 nonetheless. This would need to be supported the potential of forming a strong cluster. 2002 4,80,519 20, 094 5,00,613 (+) 0.33% by government driven policies and economic 2003 5,00,139 25, 559 5,25,698 (+) 5.01% diversification efforts, IT for example which is 2004 5,58,445 32, 053 5,90,498 (+) 12.32% The spiritual, pilgrim, healthcare and leisure earmarked within the Puducherry Development 2005 5,74,011 36, 009 6,10,020 (+) 3.33% Report (2010 p107) as a growth sector. Ultimatly tourists form the major share of the tourist traffic in 2006 6,52,245 46, 273 6,98,518 (+) 14.50% there is no major employment office base both the region. There is also a considerable number 2007 7,98,528 57, 682 8,56,210 (+) 22.57% from the demand and supply side. Previous efforts among the domestic tourists from the adjacent 2008 8,27,799 60, 306 8,88,108 (+) 3.72% have been made to increase the office space areas of Pondicherry. Commercial travellers 2009 8,83,596 65, 765 9,49,361 (+) 6.89% offer within Puducherry with the multi-prodcut in increasing numbers over the years having 2010 9,13,853 73, 412 9,87,265 (+) 4.00% 2011 10,23,313 80, 687 11,07,000 (+) 12.12% Sedarapet Enterprise Zone, a 1,100 acre planned, business linkages with industrial and trading but abandoned, after 15 years of planning last year. firms in Pondicherry, have also been an important Another restraint in the development of an office segment of the tourist traffic in Pondicherry. The above statistics do not cover the “Day Visitors”, which is a based service sector of the economy is the poor minimum 25,000 – 30,000 per day (Commercial/ Shopping/ Weekend connectivity by both air and rail. Besides the tourists who spend a minimum of visit/ Students) one night at Pondicherry, the town attracts a large number of non-staying visitors. They are

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 45 Institutions for loans for a period of 5 years, Territory. The Union Territory has one central subject to a maximum of Rs.5 lakhs per year. university and 11 medical and allied colleges. It • An investment subsidy of 20% of the total has one of the largest super-specialty government investment subject to a maximum of Rupees hospitals (JIPMER) in India and other specialized 20 lakhs per project (work is under progress health care facilities such as the Aravind Eye for upgrading the investment subsidy to 25% Hospital and Pondicherry Institute of Medical of the total investment subject to a maximum Sciences. However, due to a lack of employment of Rupees one crore). This will be given after opportunities in the area, the capacity of the 2 years of commencement of commercial region to retain the graduates as employees is very operations and would be given either directly limited. to the financial institution as part payment of the principal component of the loan or to the In comparison, Cuddalore and Viluppuram lack applicant as part of capital investment. the basic social infrastructure facilities in terms • Registration fees on land and building purchase of higher education and health-care services. will be refunded in full 2 years after the Annamalai University at Chidambaram is 50 km commencement of commercial activity. It will be away from the town and caters to the education executed only once for any particular property. needs of Cuddalore with several private institutions Town planning charges levied by the Town mushrooming in the area. There is a potential planning authority for approval of the building untapped opportunity to provide healthcare and plans will be reimbursed on receipt of a fitness education related specialized services to the 4.6 certificate for occupation from the authority. million people that reside within a 90-minute drive from Auroville. Education and Healthcare

The Primary Trade Area offers a significant concentration of social infrastructure and services- health facilities, educational opportunities, skills development centres and social security networks. However, the majority of these facilities are located in Puducherry district and it is one of the primary reasons for migration from rural to urban areas.

Puducherry is known for its education and medical institutions. There are 1,215 schools in the Union

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 46 Guideline Value increase in Tamil Nadu The wide variation in the growth rate figures has been attributed to streamlining in the mechanism Guideline value is the minimum value of a land of registration such as insistence by the authorities fixed by the government, based on which stamp on proper fixation of values for house sites/ layouts duty and registration charges are calculated. and the consequent reduction in the rate of The charges add up to 9% of the property value. documents referred to the district authorities under Guideline Value of any land should truly reflect the Section 47 of the Stamp Act. The implementation market value. The guideline values have been fixed of the ‘Samadhaan’ scheme to resolve the for each survey number. Well established residential disputes relating to stamp duty and fixation of areas also have street based guideline values. market value for documents to be registered as well as registration of more number of high value Recent developments documents have also been cited as reasons.

The Tamil Nadu Government recently revised What are the impacts of the increase in guideline the guideline values across the State. The new values? guideline values came into effect on the 1st of April, 2012. Guideline values were last revised in 2007 More transparency and the previous revision was in 2003. This will It is believed that the move would help buyers in remain unchanged till the next revision. the long run since they now know the value of the government rate at a particular area and can pay On an average, guideline values of properties of accordingly. This ensures more transparency in the agricultural lands have gone up by 270 per cent. market. Also, if for some reason, the government In contrast, the values of properties in residential decides to acquire the land, people know the value areas have seen an average 170 per cent rise. of the land and how much they would get as the Across the State, land value is unlikely to be below compensation as guideline value is now almost at Rs.1 lakh an acre anywhere. par with the market value.

Before April 1, 2012 in Tamil Nadu, property Reduces the amount of black money in real estate registration required a stamp duty of 6%, surcharge transactions of 2% and registration fee of 1% which came up Prior to the revision of guideline values, the to a total of 9% on the guideline value. After April difference between the guideline value and the 1, 2012, the stamp duty has been reduced to 5% market value was essentially paid in black. With while the surcharge and registration fee remain the guideline value almost on par with the market unchanged therefore now totalling 8% on the values now, the amount of black money in property guideline value for property registration. transactions are bound to reduce. Combined with taxes levied on income and wealth, the revision

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 47 to the guideline value will provide tools to control plots with as much as 60 per cent of the guideline speculations in real estate transactions value, until now there was a huge gap between the guideline value and prevailing market rates. Street Name Guideline Revised % Increase in the revenue to the State exchequer With the revision in guideline values it may be that Value Per Guideline Increase While the general reaction has been on a positive salaried sections can purchase plots with more Sq.Ft from Value Per in value note with views that it will be a step closer to ease than earlier with the possibility that they will 1-8-2007 TO Sq.Ft from transparency in land transactions and also an be able to procure larger amounts in bank loans. 31-3-2012 1-4-2012 increase in the revenue to the State exchequer, EAST COAST 2000 3000 50% others feel that it will hardly be of any significance to Disadvantages the lower middle class and the ROAD at the landless and middle class, for whom owning an poor Neelangarai, independent house is nothing but a distant dream. The increase in guideline value which will result in Chennai stamp duty charges will only make things worse for EAST COAST 50 500 900% Notional increase in property values for land owners the lower middle class and the poor ROAD at For land owners looking to sell their property, the Kottakuppam revised guideline values will ensure that they get a Regularization of market values on the long term (near better value on the sale than previously anticipated. On the long term it is expected that the market Auroville) values of properties will come down in order Reduced real estate activity for the short term to revive the immediate slump in real estate Officials at Sub Registrar’s office have revealed that transactions. This will lead to a renewal of the Table 4.2 Guideline Value Change (2007-2012) along no new land deals were made after the government real estate market with the advantage of a more ECR in Chennai and Kottakuppam announcement, but there were several applications transparent environment thereby bringing in more for change of name in the ownership of land. investment and growth on the longer term. It may be that the volume of business will come down as the registration amount will be sizeable What does the hike mean for Auroville? now. It is likely that developers will pass on the cost of registration and stamp duty to the buyers in order While it is clear now that guideline values have to make the same profit margins that they were increased all across the state, a comparison of the making prior to the increase in guideline values. current and previous guideline values indicates an It may also be the case that the reduction of the increase of upto 500% for properties specifically black money component in property transactions along the Kottakuppam section of East Coast will also lead to a decrease in the number of total Road. The guideline values in Tiruchitrambalam sales. too saw a 775% raise in guideline values which could be attributed to the construction of the NH- Easier to buy property with bank loans for salaried 66 highway. Table 4.2 illustrate the increase in people guideline values along ECR around the Auroville Even though a few banks extend loans to purchase region and compares it with Chennai. Guideline

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 48 values for the “outlying lands” between 2007 and Guideline Values according to Land Classification 2012 are shown in Appendix B. The table on the following page illustrates the As regards the Auroville lands, there are pros and maximum guideline values for the various land use cons of the hike in guideline values. classification categories in the village panchayats surrounding Auroville. The guideline values were Pros updated in April 2012 after 5 years and show steep increases in the property values throughout. • The revision in guideline values gives a notional increase in property values for Auroville lands However, it should be noted that the guideline thereby increasing the asset base for Auroville. values are determined based on the designated • The revision will also reduce speculation on land use classification by the Registrar’s office. property values and Auroville will be in a better Majority of the Auroville owned outlying lands position to negotiate future land exchange deals are classified as unimproved or barren lands with potential buyers and demand a better rate and therefore show lower values; however, for for the properties. the purposes of conducting a study of property • Since the guideline value is more or less on values in this report, it is assumed that the par with the market rate (Rs.600-Rs.700/Sq.ft properties will be improved ultimately and hence along ECR), it reduces the amount of black a higher guideline values has been assigned. The money that would have usually been involved in government guideline values are included for all property sale transactions. the parcels in Appendix B. • The guideline values will also help Auroville to make informed decisions as regards buying and selling of lands.

Cons • It is possible that there will be difficulty finding buyers for Auroville- owned surplus land owing to the reduced demand on the short term. • Land transactions will be involve paying more taxes.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 49 TABLE 4.3 MAXIMUM GUIDELINE VALUES BY LAND CLASSIFICATION (2012) Bommayapalayam Kottakuppam Irumbai Pattanur Pulichapallam Puthurai Tiruchitrambalam Commercial Class I Type - I - 1450/Sq.Ft - 500/Sq.Ft - - 350/Sq.Ft Commercial Class I Type -II - - - 400/Sq.Ft - - - Dry Maanavari Lands Type - I 45,00,00/Acre 11,00,000/Acre 7,00,000/Acre 4,00,000/Acre 2,10,000/Acre 2,50,000/Acre 11,00,000/Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II 3,40,000/Acre 6,00,000/Acre 6,00,000/Acre 3,10,000/Acre 1,70,000/Acre 1,75,000/Acre 2,50,000/Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 3,00,000/Acre - - - 1,50,000/Acre 1,50,000/Acre 2,00,000/Acre Dry Well Irrigation Type - I 4,00,000/Acre 17,50,000/Acre - 6,00,000/Acre 2,00,000/Acre 2,75,000/Acre 3,80,000/Acre

Dry Well irrigation Type - II - 16,00,000/Acre 14,00,000/Acre 3,00,000/Acre 1,30,000/Acre 2,00,000/Acre 2,50,000/Acre

Residential Class I Type - I 200/Sq.Ft 600/Sq.Ft 300/Sq.Ft 450/Sq.Ft 100/Sq.Ft 100/Sq.Ft 200/Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 150/Sq.Ft 500/Sq.Ft 150/Sq.Ft 255/Sq.Ft 80/Sq.Ft 80/Sq.Ft 125/Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - III 100/Sq.Ft 300/Sq.Ft 125/Sq.Ft 175/Sq.Ft 70/Sq.Ft 60/Sq.Ft 100/Sq.Ft Residential Class II Type - I - 150/Sq.Ft 75/Sq.Ft 150/Sq.Ft 60/Sq.Ft - 75/Sq.Ft Residential Class II Type - II - 125/Sq.Ft - 100/Sq.Ft 50/Sq.Ft - - Residential Special Type - I - 700/Sq.Ft - 300/Sq.Ft - - - Residential Special Type - II - 450/Sq.Ft - 275/Sq.Ft - - - Wet well irrigation Single Crop Type - I - 22,00,000/Acre 15,50,000/Acre - 1,70,000/Acre 2,10,000/Acre 4,00,000/Acre Wet well irrigation Single Crop Type - II - 2,10,0000/Acre - - 1,60,000/Acre 1,75,000/Acre 3,00,000/Acre Wet well irrigation Single Crop Type - III - 13,00,000/Acre - - 1,50,000/Acre - 2,50,000/Acre Dry Abutting National Highways Type - I 21,00,000/Acre 35,50,000/Acre 21,00,000/Acre 21,00,000/Acre 13,00,000/Acre - - Dry Special Type - I 11,00,000/Acre 31,00,000/Acre - 16,00,000/Acre 4,00,000/Acre 7,00,000/Acre - Dry Special Type - II 8,00,000/Acre - - 12,50,000/Acre 3,00,000/Acre 3,50,000/Acre - Dry Special Type - III 6,00,000/Acre - - - - 3,00,000/Acre - Wet Special Type - I - 36,00,000/Acre - - 2,00,000/Acre - 8,00,000/Acre Wet Special Type - II - 26,50,000/Acre - - 1,50,000/Acre - - Wet Lake irrigation Double Crop Type - I - - -- - 1,50,000/Acre - - All numbers in Rupees

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 50 Property Values: “Outlying Lands”

Market values were collected through interviews with over 100 real estate brokers and agents in the area. THe total estimated worth for the “outlying properties” is nearlyINR 800 crores. On an average, the property values are highest along the ECR with values in the range of INR 600- INR 800 per sq.ft.

Along the Tindivanam Highway and the Sedarapet area, property values along the highway for improved lands are in the range of INR 150- INR 350 per sq.ft.

It should be noted that the overall nature of the market is extremely speculative and the property values reported in this report is the “asking rate”. Further research and data verification should be conducted as part of the second phase of this strategic planning initiative.

Fig.4.6 Market Values Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 51 Key Findings Eco-friendly developments have become Coimbatore, Madurai, and Salem are slowly synonymous with the Auroville brand and is This chapter has presented the results of a emerging as the Tier II investment destinations utilized by all developments- public and private as thorough assessment of market realities at the with an increase in IT related empoyment their USP. national, regional and local level. The analysis opportunities being created in these cities. Property values are driven by speculative found that, despite a regional population behaviour and there has been an evident increase increase, there has not been a similar increase in Puducherry and surrounding districts in platted land development, but no construction employment generating activities. Some of the key Growing population but limiited employment activity in the last decade. findings of the market analysis incude: opportunities in growth sectors: Regional Hike in guideline values in Tamil Nadu may have population has increased but there has not been a an impact on the investment activity around Auroville National Trends parallel increase in employment opportunities. in the short-term and may help curtail the current speculative nature of real estate transactions. Global economic crisis directly affecting India’s Guideline values have increased by nearly 775% FDI and employment market: Experts predict a In the primary trade area, residential development along the ECR near Kottakuppam for residentially slower growth rate for India’s economy and the real has been mostly investor- based, second classified lands. This value is closer to the reported estate sector over the next 2 years. home buyer market. Stand-alone residential market values in the area. Market Values are highest Weak overall demand in real estate and higher developments are not considered viable as the along the ECR and NH 66; Lowest property values construction costs: High construction costs, high buyer market is predominantly conservative. near the Airport. inflation, and weak economic outlook have created an dip in demand and an oversupply of housing Commercial development- office and retail are and commercial stock. not in high demand but retail uses combined with destination oriented developments are expected to Regional Trends be more viable. Similarly, stand-alone office parks have low demand unless supported by a range of Chennai has remained a price sensitive market anchor uses that will generate employment. with buyers focused on affordability: The major demand drivers for the regional market include In the long-term, planned infrastructure increasing disposable income levels, increase in improvements such as the expansion of the the number of nuclear families / households, tax Pondicherry airport and the southern railway line savings on home mortgage products as well as real extension, may result in benefits. However, the estate being considered a “necessary” investment. general industry perception is that the Puducherry government policies are not pro-development. Oversupply currently in the Chennai Recent hikes in sales tax and expiration of metropolitan area market and lack of quality incentives for industries have also contributed to infrastructure in serving the suburbs. this perception. Real estate market in Chennai driven by the IT/ ITES sector, diversification of the economy, and major infrastructure projects. Auroville and its surorunding villages

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 52 5. Study Area Analysis

Overview

This chapter presents a detailed description of the 1100+ acres of lands owned by Auroville Foundation outside the City and Greenbelt Area. In order to place the 42 major properties and 66 isolated parcels within its context, the attributes are assessed at three levels- 1) Overall Study Area; 2) At the Zone level; 3) At the Site Level.

The Study Area analysis highlights the key characteristics of the overall study area in terms of location, use, property values, and property sizes.

Following this, a detailed assessment of the four zones and individual properties is presented. This includes the key characteristics of the four zones, and a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis for the four zones,

Finally, brief profiles for the 42 major properties, and a summary of the site analysis methodology undertaken by the consultant team are included in this volume. Volume 2 includes the detailed site level analysis conducted for the major properties.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 55 Fig.5.1 Base Map illustrating Auroville “outlying lands”

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 56 Fig.5.2 Puramboke Lands, Study Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 57 Fig.5.3 Encroached AV owned lands outside the Master Plan area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 58 Fig.5.4 Classification by Property Locations, Study Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 59 Fig.5.5 Classification by Property Sizes, Study Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 60 Fig.5.6 Classification by Property Values (Market), Study Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 61 Overall- Proximities Overall- Property sizes

2% 7% 7% 14% AV Main Road 2% 12% AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. 7% Beach 33% Upto 5 Acres Along the Green Belt 2% 5 Acres-10Acres 14% Interior 7% 10 Acres - 20 Acres Bomayapalayam Road 20 Acres - 50 Acres Along Green Belt 10% 50 Acres - 100 Acres AV Main Road - NH 66 100 Acres- 200 Acres NH 66 Chennai - Pondy By pass 22% Interior 14% 22% Koot Road 19% 3% 3%

Overall- Property Values

7% 9% 7%

21% upto 1 Crore 1 Crore- 5 Crores Fig.5.6 Distribution of outlying lands by 5 Crores-10 Crores 26% 10 Crores-50 Crores 50 Crores-100 Crores proximities, sizes, and values Above 100 Crores

30% LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 62 Updated Existing Land Use Information to be Inserted

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 63 zone 1 NO. OF PROPERTIES- 29 DISTINCT CHARACTERISTICS- Similar Development Character, Access from ECR, Proximity to Beach

zone 2 NO. OF PROPERTIES- 4 DISTINCT CHARACTERISTICS- Access from Tindivanam Road and Auroville Main Road, Proximity to AV Greenbelt, Proximity to Planned Puducherry Airport

zone 3 NO. OF PROPERTIES- 8 DISTINCT CHARACTERISTICS- Access from Tindivanam Road, Proximity to Toll Plaza

zone 4 NO. OF PROPERTIES- 1 DISTINCT CHARACTERISTICS- Access from Koot Road, Proximity to Sedarapet Industrial Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 64 ree KALAPET G n belt (PUDUCHERRY)

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Fig.5.7 Study Area Analysis Zones

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 65 Zone 1

Akashwa Arc en Ciel Arya Aspiration KALAPET Aureka (PUDUCHERRY) Aurelec Auromodele D’Jaima Douceur including Bakery Eternity Felicity Fraternity Gaia’s garden Gokulam Happiness Last School including Shakti La Ferme New creation New creation field Protection Quiet Repos Samarpana Sangamam

PUDUCHERRY Simplicity AIRPORT Srima Utility Waves Youth Club

Fig.5.8 Zone 1 Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 66 Zone 1 includes the villages of Bommayarpalayam, Kuilapalayam, Zone1- Proximities Periyamudaliarchavadi, Chinnamudaliyarchavadi in Tamil Nadu state, and Kalapet in Puducherry. The site is east to the centre of Auroville and is bound by the East Coast Road (ECR), and the Auroville Main Road to the north which runs westwards into the 21% 21% centre of Auroville. AV Main Road

Land Classification by AV Main Road- Kuilapalayam Total Area 300.07 Intersection Proximities 3% Beach Area in Location Number Name of Sites 3% Along the Green Belt Acres AV Main Road 93.92 6 Arc-en-ciel, Auromodelle, la Ferme, Douceur 21% Interior

(Including Bakery), New Creation, New Crea- Bomayapalayam Road tion Field AV Main Road- kuilapala- 105.63 7 Last School, Aspiration, Aureka, Aurelec, 31% yam Jn. Fraternity,Protection, Shakti Beach 50.84 9 Eternity, Gokulam, Quiet, Repos, Samarpana, Simplicity, Waves, Youth Club, Srima Along the Green Belt 11.20 1 Arya Zone1- Property Values Interior 3.23 1 Akashwa Bomayapalayam Road 35.55 6 D’Jaima, Felicity, Happiness, Gaia’s Garden, Sangamam, Utility

Land Classification By Property Value 4% 10% Property Value Area in Number Name of Sites 17% Acres

Upto 1 Crore 3.34 3 Arc-En-Ciel, Happiness, Protection upto 1 Crore 1 Crore- 5 Crores 32.08 9 Akashwa, Felicity, Gaia’s Garden,New Crea- 1 Crore - 5 Crores 5 Crores - 10 Crores tion Field, Sangamam,Simplicity, Utility, Youth 31% Club, Aurelec 10 Crores - 50 Crores 50 Crores - 100 Crores 5 Crores-10 Crores 81.02 11 Arya, Aureka, D’Jaima, Doucer, Gokulam, la Ferme, New Creation, Repos, Samarpana, Waves, Aspiration 38% 10 Crores-50 Crores 165.63 6 Last School, Auromodelle, Fraternity, Quiet, Shakti, Srima 50 Crores-100 Crores 18.30 1 Eternity

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 67 Zone1- Property sizes

Land Classification By Area Area of the Property Area in Number Name of Sites Acres 4% Upto 5 Acres 32 14 Akashwa, Arc-en-ciel, Happiness,Gaia’s Gar- den, Gokulam,, New Creation Field, Protecti- on, Repos, Samarpana, Sangamam, Simplici- 24% ty, Utility, Waves, Youth Club Upto 5 Acres 5 Acres-10Acres 56.18 7 Srima, Aureka, Aurelec, Douceur(With Ba- 48% 5 Acres-10Acres kery), Felicity, la Ferme, New Creation 10 Acres - 20 Acres 10 Acres - 20 Acres 101.09 7 Arya, Last School, Aspiration, D’Jaima, Eterni- Above 20 Acres ty, Fraternity, Quiet Above 20 Acres 111.1 2 Auromodelle, Shakti

24%

Land Classification By Existing Land Use % AREA USE AREA 15.51 Residential 46.758 0.95 Education 2.86 0.64 Commercial- Office 1.938 2.66 Industry 8.016 1.59 Cultivation 4.800 0.43 Hospitality 1.282 71 Undeveloped 215.1 0.25 Recreational 0.762 1.93 Education & Hospitality 5.843 2.15 Residential & Hospitality 6.497 1.75 Industry & Residential 5.286

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 68 Zone 1 Pondicherry Institute of Medical Presence of Pondicherry Strengths Sciences University, PIMS, PEC institutions near AVF lands

Pondicherry Presence of small University isolated parcels that could be exchanged or sold Private Apartments in the zone as an Pondicherry indicator for market Engineering College potential for such kind of Kuilapalayam and developments Bomayapalayam- Catchment and Human Resource base for new development

Aurelec Aurelec-A Successful Auroville Bakery, Incubator/IT Hub in the Pizzeria, Health Spas- Pizzeria Bakery Zone Fringe area activities of Auroville

Some areas serve as a physical buffer between Auroville Green belt and the surrounding communities

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 69 Zone 1 Weaknesses

Lack of transport options to reach the villages, parcels and Auroville itself- currently these are accessed by personal modes of transport only CRZ Regulations restricting development for properties along the beach front

Over dependence on AV main road for circulation needs; Lack of internal road network.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 70 Zone 1 Opportunities

• Possibility of • Potential to create proposed land use moderate density to tie into existing residential uses AV development to in proximity to achieve a compact, established AV dense and mixed- communities use centre • Opportunity to • Consolidation of develop commercial properties to create outlet units larger parcels of development • Tourist recreation – increased opportunities flexibility (Youth club, Gokulam, • Create employment Samarpana, Repos, opportunities Waves)

• Improve public transport and non- motorized transport network in this zone

• High market values and increasing demand- sale or long-term lease opportunity

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 71 Zone 1 Threats

• Over exploitation of beach with coastal development

• Increased traffic along ECR and AV main road with new development

• More speculation in areas along the access roadways

• Threat of rapid development on lands surrounding AVF properties

• Increase in suburban development patterns (farm houses/ platted land) in the absence of a village level master plan

• Increase in salinity of ground water in the zone

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 72 Zone 2

Forecomers New farm Ravena Success

Fig.5.8 Zone 2 Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 73 Zone 2 is south-east of the centre of Auroville. The Zone 2- Proximities sites in this zone rest on the Auroville greenbelt perimeter. It lacks direct access from any major road and consists of four communities. A new road connecting the airport to the zone has recently been constructred.

Land Classification By Location Area in Location Number Property Names Acres Adjacent to the Green Belt Along the Green 206 3 Ravena, Success, Forecomers Belt Near Airport 15 1 Airport Land Classification By Property Values Property Values Area in Number Property Names Acres 100% Less than 5 43.8 2 Ravena, New Farm crores 10 Crores - 50 177.87 2 Success, Forecomers Zone 2- Property Values Crores Land Classification By Area

50% 50% 5 Crores- 10 Crores

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 74 Zone 2- Property sizes

Area Area in Number Property Names Acres Less than 100 99.2 3 New Farm, Ravena, Success Acres More than 100 122.47 1 Forecomers 25% Acres

Less than 100 Acres More than 100 Acres

75% Land Classification by Existing Use % USE AREA 92 Woodlands 203.942 8 Undeveloped 12.055

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 75 Zone 2 Strengths

Dense forested area that acts as a buffer for Extension of the Auroville from future designated greenbelt expansion of the airport/ and integral to Pondicherry protecting the watershed Large parcels of contiguous land (370 acres)

Proximity to Airport Pondicherry airport

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 76 Zone 2 Weaknesses

• Properties not easily • Low development accessible owing to potential lack of internal road networks • Lowest property values • Proximity to Karuvadikuppam • Proximity to Landfill site Pondicherry airport brings down the site which brings attractiveness of with it high noise these parcels levels during flight operations • Large tracts of undeveloped land in the surrounding areas that may increase overhead costs for AV

Airport

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 77 Zone 2 Opportunities

• Proximity to green belt brings the potential of leasing portions of land for agricultural uses or cater to Auroville’s own agricultural needs

• Proximity to the airport could attract airport related uses (logistics, warehouses)

• Sustainable forest management- education and research/ Forest recreation/ forest related products due to the presence of Success, Forecomer, Ravena Airport

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 78 Zone 2 Threats

Potential expansion of airport and related negative impacts- land acquisition by the government, noise, height restrictions

Airport

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 79 Zone 3

Aranya Aurobrindavan Auro Orchard including Hope Brihaspati Hermitage Promesse Sadhana forest Service farm

Fig.5.9 Zone 3 Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 80 Zone 3 includes the village panchayats of Zone 3- Proximities Thiruchitrambalam, Puthurai, Pattanur, and Kottakuppam in Tamil Nadu state. The zone is west to the centre of Auroville and is accessed by NH-66 and consists of some of the most prime lands from a 12% development perspective.

Land Classification By Location 38% Location Area in Number Property Names AV Main Road - NH 66 Acres NH 66 Chennai - Pondy By pass AV Main Road - NH 57.01 2 Auro-Orchard, Auroannam Interior 66 37% NH 66 126.68 3 Aurobrindavan, Service Farm, Promesse Chennai - Pondy 39.9 1 Brihaspati By pass 13% Interior 198.6 3 Aranya, Hermitage, Sadhna Forest Land Classification By Property Value Property Values Area in Number Property Names Zone 3- Property Values Acres 10 Crores- 50 178.58 5 Auroannam, Hermitage, Sadhana Forest, Service Crores Farm, Promesse 50 Crores- 100 96 2 Brihaspati, Aranya Crores Above 100 Crores 147.61 2 Aurobrindavan, Auro-Orchard 25% Land Classification By Area

10 Crores - 50 Crores 50% Above 100 Crores

25%

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 81 Zone 3- Property sizes

Area Area in Number Property Names Acres 13% Upto 25 Acres 36.08 3 Auroannam, Service Farm, Promesse 25% 25 Acres to 50 83.81 2 Auro-Orchard, Brihaspati Acres Upto 25 Acres 50 Acres to 100 198.6 3 Aranya, Hermitage, Sadhana Forest 25 Acres to 50 Acres Acres 50 Acres to 100 Acres More than 100 103.7 1 Aurobrindvan More than 100 Acres Acres 37%

25%

Land Classification By Existing Use % USE AREA 2.08 Residential 8.51 39.20 Cultivation 160.35 2.08 Hospitality 8.51 4.49 Recreational 18.35 32.87 Woodlands 134.46 19.96 Undeveloped 81.64

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 82 Zone 3 Strengths

• Prime Location- Direct Access from NH-66/ bye-pass road/ Koot road/ toll plaza

• NH as a regional traffic generator Presence of established • High property Auroville units - Palmyra, values-properties Palmyra and Auro Orchard with highway Auro frontage Orchard

• Proximity to Pondicherry city/ Sadhna JIPMER Forest Large tracts of land with • Proximity to regional potential of assemblage water bodies- and connectivity with Ousteri Lake each other Hermitage

Aranya

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 83 Zone 3 Weaknesses

• Lack of street hierarchy- all access only from NH-66

• Restriction of direct access to property from both directions (Pondicherry and Chennai) because of regulations regarding median cuts along highways

• Lack of public transport network Sadhna • Lack of facilities for Forest walking and cycling Highway acts as a physical barrier between the Auroville side and other AVF properties Hermitage, Aranya, Hermitage Sadhna Forest have low development potential due to its location in the interior of the villages

Aranya

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 84 Zone 3 Opportunities

Presence of small isolated parcels that • Develop properties could be exchanged or to serve as a regional sold activity node

• Utilize physical and visual access to the water bodies in the zone

• Create well Aurobrindavan Auro connected network of Orchard internal streets with public transit and NMT infrastructure Sadhna Forest • Attract employment generating activities in the region in Presence of collaboration with Puramboke lands existing Auroville provide an opportunity units and private Hermitage to create linkages sector developers between properties and create a campus environment for future uses

Aranya

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 85 Zone 3 Threats

• Typical uncontrolled suburban sprawl development along the highway

• Future Widening of highway

• Alignment of impending railway line could eat into some of the AV properties

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 86 Zone 4

Annapurna

Fig.5.10 Zone 4 Map

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 87 Zone 4 Strengths

Single holding with robust existing agricultural uses- Annapurna serving Auroville’s organic food production

Large tract of land with improved soil conditions and serviced with infrastructure facilities

Regional Connectivity (Koot Road/ NH-66)

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 88 Zone 4 Weaknesses

Incompatible surrounding land uses- mostly light industrial uses

Lack of resources to manage entire site

No secondary access points to the site- only one access to the site from SH-136

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 89 Zone 4 Opportunities

Large tracts could be further divided and leased to compatible uses

Proximity to Sedarapet Sedarapet Industrial Area in Pondicherry Industrial Area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 90 Zone 4 Threats

Impending railway line alignment that may cut through the site

Environmental contamination from surrounding industrial uses

Possible pressure of development from surrounding industrial area

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 91 PROPERTY PROFILES for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area

Contents

• Beachfront properties accessed from East Coast Road • Properties accessed on the landward side of East Coast Road • Properties accessed from National Highway 66 • Properties along Auroville Green Belt • Isolated Properties LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 93 Eternity Beachfront Gokulam properties Quiet Repos accessed from Samarpana East Coast Road Simplicity Srima Waves Youth Club

URBANnetworks PROPERTY PROFILES Urban Development Consultants for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area Eternity Location : Kalapet, Puducherry Area (in acres) : 17.89 Access : Located 0.67 km off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential-Lowdensity / Vegctdid area / Vacant Surrounding uses : Pondicherry University, Pondicherry Engineering College, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, Higher secondary schools Ashoka Beach Resort, Nalla Beach Resort, Dune Beach Resort Village settlements Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR (2-lane highway) CRZ II; Proximity to the toll gate

Gokulam Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 3.12 Access : Located 0.3 km off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Lowdensity Residential / Vacant Surrounding uses : Village settlements, beach guest houses Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR (2-lane highway); part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; CRZ II

PROPERTY PROFILES URBANnetworks for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area Urban Development Consultants Quiet Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 9.39 Access : Located 0.3 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Healing Centre/ Public / Semipublic (healing center , rest houses) Surrounding uses : Village settlements, beach guest houses Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; CRZ II

Repos Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 3.92 Access : Located 0.3 km off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Guest house/ Commercial (guest house) Surrounding uses : Village settlements, beach guest houses Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; CRZ II

URBANnetworks PROPERTY PROFILES Urban Development Consultants for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area Samarpana Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 2.85 Access : Located 0.3 km off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Guest house; Commercial (guest house) house; Commercial (guest house) Surrounding uses : Village settlements; guest house Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; CRZ II; partially encroached

Simplicity Location : Bommayarpalyam Area (in acres) : 0.99 Access : Located 0.3 km off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Cultivation (Spirulina Farm); Aquaculture / Bio-management Surrounding uses : Platted residential developments; guest house; Kuilapalyam school; vil- lage settlements; local commercial Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; CRZ II

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 97 Srima Location : Kalapet, Puducherry Area (in acres) : 8.1 Access : Located 0.2 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Low density residential Surrounding uses : Pondicherry University, Pondicherry Engineering College, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, higher secondary schools, village settlements; CRZ II; platted residential developments; higher secondary schools; village settlements Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; CRZ II; near toll gate

Waves Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 1.40 Access : Located .4 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Commercial (Guest house) Surrounding uses : Village settlements, beach guest houses Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; CRZ II

Youth Club Location : Kottakuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 0.54 Access : Located 0.3 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Recrational (Surfing) Surrounding uses : Village settlements, beach guest houses Characteristics : Beach frontage; Proximity to ECR; part of a series of beachfront AVF owned properties; located in CRZ II

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 98 Akashwa + Auromodele Arc-En-Ciel Aspiration + Last School + Shakti Aureka Aurelec D’Jaima Douceur Felicity Properties Fraternity accessed on the Gaia’s Garden landward side of Happiness La Ferme East Coast Road New Creation New Creation Field Protection Sangamam Utility

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 99 Auromodele (Akashwa) Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 74.98 Access : Located 1.5 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Village settlement; local commercial (retail)

Arc En Ciel Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 1.29 Access : Located 2.39 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential; Commercial (Restaurants,retail) Surrounding uses : AV commercial units (Restaurants); AV and government schools; Purple hotel and apartments; village settlements Characteristics : Located along the AV Main Road; presence of Auroville units

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 100 Aspiration ( last school , shakthi , aureka ) Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 47.37 Access : Located 1.8 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential / Industrial-light industry / Commerical-guest house / public / semipublic Surrounding uses : AV Health Centre; village settlement; local commercial (retail) Characteristics : Located off the AV Main Road; built in the 1960s; one of the largest Auroville communities

Aurelec Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 3.27 Access : Located 2 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Commercial - Office Surrounding uses : Village settlement; AV Sports Center; local commercial centre (Kuilayapalayam) Characteristics : Located off the AV Main Road; serves as incubator and transition space for Auroville and non- Auroville units

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN networks URBANUrban Development Consultantsfor lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 101 D’Jaima Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 14.93 Access : Located 2.5 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential; Vegetated land ( kitchen garden ) Surrounding uses : AV residential and guest houses; Greenbelt area Characteristics : Located off the Bommayarpalyam Road;

Douceur (including Bakery) Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 9.37 Access : Located 2.0 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential , Commercial ( Bakery ) Surrounding uses : AV Bakery; village settlement; local commercial (retail) Characteristics : Located off the Bommayarpalyam Road;

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 102 Felicity Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 10.10 Access : Located 0.8 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Vegetated land (garden , fruit orchards ) /Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Fraternity Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 17.31 Access : Located 2.0 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses :

Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 103 Gaia’s Garden Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 3.64 Access : Located 1.0 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Commercial ( guest house ) Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Happiness Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 0.80 Access : Located 0.8 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 104 La Ferme Location : Kottaikuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 8.07 Access : Located 2 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Industrial-light industry ( food processing )/ Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

New Creation Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 10.63 Access : Located 2.2 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Public / Semipublic-Education / Commercial-hosptality Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 105 New Creation Field Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 1.38 Access : Located 2.4 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Protection Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 1.39 Access : Located 2.2 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential / public / Semipublic-Dentest / Small Health center Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 106 Sangamam Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 4.23 Access : Located 1.6 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Utility Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 4.48 Access : Located 1.6 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 107 Properties along auroville

Arya green belt Forecomers Ravena Success

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 108 Arya Location : Bommayarpalyam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 4.30 Access : Located 2.4 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Forecomers Location : Kottaikuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 122.47(76.57 out of green belt) Access : Located 6 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Vegetated land;woodland Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

New Farm Location : Pattanur, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 15.0 (5 acres Encroached) Access : Located .6 kms. off NH-66 Existing uses : Vegetated land, 4 acres Mangrove Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 109 Ravena Location : Kottaikuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 23.07 Access : Located 6 kms. off East Coast Road (ECR) Existing uses : Vegetated land;woodland Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Success Location : Kottaikuppam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 58.50 Access : Forest (Along The Green Belt) Existing uses : Vegetated land woodland Surrounding uses : Forest, Pondicherry city and Airport Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 110 Properties accessed from Annapurna Aranya national highway 66 Aurobrindavan (including Hope) Auro-Orchard Brihaspati Hermitage New Farm Promesse Sadhna Forest Service Farm

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN networks for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANUrban Development Consultants URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 111 Annapurna Location : Thiruchitrambalam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 165.02 Access : Located 0.1 kms. off NH-66 Existing uses : Agriculture; cropland fallow land;plantation;vegetated area

Surrounding uses : Industrials, cultivations ,petrol pump,educational institutions

Characteristics :

Aranya Location : Puthurai, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 54.15 Access : Located 5.0 kms. off Highway Existing uses : waste lnad;land with scrub; Rocky

Surrounding uses : forest

Characteristics : Interior

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 112 Auro Orchard (including Hope) Location : Irumbai, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 43.10 Access : Located 0.2 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Agriculture;plantation;crop Surrounding uses : Toll Gate, Local commercial (retail),High way Characteristics : Located along the Tindivanam Highway(NH 66)

Aurobrindavan Location : Thiruchitrambalam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 103.39 Access : Located 0.1 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Wasteland;land with scrub;vegetated area;woodland;recreation;cricket ground;public/semipublic;NGO

Surrounding uses : Toll Gate, Local commercial (retail), High way Characteristics : Located along the Tindivanam Highway(NH 66)

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 113 Brihaspati Location : Irumbai, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 59.38 Access : Located 0.4 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Cultivation +recreational; Agriculture;crop land;vacant

Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Hermitage Location : Puthurai, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 47.93 Access : Located 5.0 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Undeveloped; Woodlands;vacant;vegetaged area

Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 114 Promesse Location : Pattanur, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 7.89 Access : Located 0.1 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Residential Surrounding uses :

Sadhna Forest Location : Thiruchitrambalam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 60.08 Access : Located 2 kms. off Highway Existing uses : Residential;woodlands;vegetated area;agriculture -Experimental

Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

Service Farm Location : Thiruchitrambalam, Tamil Nadu Area (in acres) : 14.79 Access : Located 2 kms. off Highway Existing uses : vacant; vegetated area Surrounding uses : Characteristics :

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 115 isolated Properties

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 116 Isolated Properties Major Properties

Fig.5.10Fig.5.10 Isolated Isolated Properties Properties Map Map LANDLAND DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC STRATEGIC PLAN PLAN forfor lands lands owned owned by by Auroville Auroville outside outside the the City City and and Greenbelt Greenbelt Area Area URBANURBANnetworksnetworks UrbanUrban Development Development Consultants Consultants September,July 2012 2012 117119 Table: List of Isolated Properties No. Plot No Area Nearest Community Zone 3 1 76/3 1.02 Brihaspati 2 76/6 0.642 Brihaspati 3 75/10 0.323 Brihaspati 4 107/10 0.476 Brihaspati No. Plot No Area Nearest Community 5 170/5 1.334 Aurobrindavan 6 149/0 1.906 Aurobrindavan Zone-1 7 169/1 0.294 Aurobrindavan 1 166 /7 0.55 Auromodele 8 1.857 Aurobrindavan 2 167 /7 0.478 Auromodele 9 122/4 1.346 Auro-Orchard 3 376/6 0.427 Auromodele 10 121/1 1.945 Auro-Orchard 4 376/5 0.516 Auromodele 11 121/2 3.960 Auro-Orchard 5 168/3 0.487 Felicity 12 73/3 2.649 Aurobrindavan 6 163/6 0.374 Auromodele 13 111/4 1.025 Aurobrindavan 7 163/3 0.648 Auromodele 14 110/7 4.665 Aurobrindavan 8 250/4 1.33 Sangamam 15 28/3 0.844 Brihaspati 9 250/3 1.31 Sangamam 16 27/3 1.347 Brihaspati 10 253/1 2.692 Sangamam 17 24/6 0.505 Brihaspati 11 253/4 1.66 Sangamam 18 23/6 0.431 Brihaspati 12 254/2 0.433 Sangamam 19 22/6 0.548 Brihaspati 13 254/4 0.885 Sangamam 14 125/0 2.302 Auromodele Zone 4 15 87/5 0.23 Success 1 195/0 3.06 Annapoorna 16 121/0 0.552 Repos 2 445/0 2.94 Annapoorna 17 122/0 0.193 Quiet 3 458/0 7.13 Annapoorna 18 126/0 1.459 Quiet 4 461/0 1.68 Annapoorna 19 123/0 0.378 Quiet 5 321/0 2.23 Annapoorna 20 MA 319/1 1.927 Sangamam 6 324/0 1.58 Annapoorna 21 MA 319/4 1.927 Sangamam

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 118 Process of Site Analysis No. Plot No Area Nearest Community Framework for Site Inventory and The process of site analysis is usually initiated Zone 3 Analysis with an investigation of the region embracing the 1 76/3 1.02 Brihaspati A site analysis is an inventory, which informs project site area(s). For good and efficient site 2 76/6 0.642 Brihaspati decision making as part of site planning by helping planning and design it is essential to get the full 3 75/10 0.323 Brihaspati to decide what is to be preserved and what can understanding of 4 107/10 0.476 Brihaspati be changed. Site analysis influences planning a. The immediate vicinity and its relationships with 5 170/5 1.334 Aurobrindavan decisions broadly in the following ways: the property site. 6 149/0 1.906 Aurobrindavan b. A detailed analysis of the project site. 1. Identification of areas suitable for development 7 169/1 0.294 Aurobrindavan 2. Identification of characteristics of site which are Site Analysis Checklist 8 1.857 Aurobrindavan to be preserved and which can be exploited in 9 122/4 1.346 Auro-Orchard the future use of land. In the analysis of the outlying lands of Auroville a 10 121/1 1.945 Auro-Orchard 3. Location of various uses within the site ex. checklist was followed as detailed below. 11 121/2 3.960 Auro-Orchard parking, service areas, recreation zones 12 73/3 2.649 Aurobrindavan 4. The integration of what is preserved, with what Name of Site: This is to be filled out prior to the site is proposed. and as stated just details the specific site name. For 13 111/4 1.025 Aurobrindavan example ‘Gokulam’ 14 110/7 4.665 Aurobrindavan In addition, the site analysis also requires the 15 28/3 0.844 Brihaspati systematic consideration of three major contexts; Location/Locality: Again to be filled in prior to the 16 27/3 1.347 Brihaspati 1. Spatial context of the site visit, detailing the site location e.g. Perimudaliyar 17 24/6 0.505 Brihaspati • Natural Chavady 18 23/6 0.431 Brihaspati • Manmade 19 22/6 0.548 Brihaspati 2. Behavioural context Plot Area: The approximate plot area in acres to be • Social and economic activity pattern of the filled in prior to the site visit city and locale Zone 4 3. Public policy which affects site development Topography: Topography is divided into three 1 195/0 3.06 Annapoorna • Perceptual context subcategories; land form which assesses the form 2 445/0 2.94 Annapoorna • Perception and use of space the land takes i.e. sloping, hilly etc this can be 3 458/0 7.13 Annapoorna purely observation based and noted whilst on site, 4 461/0 1.68 Annapoorna The ultimate task is to develop a harmonious soil conditions sandy, clay etc again this requires arrangement of space with a coherent visual image 5 321/0 2.23 Annapoorna brief observation and is to be noted on site, and compatible with the carrying capacity of the land finally geological features e.g. does the land slope 6 324/0 1.58 Annapoorna and the needs of the users within the locale. towards the sea these are to be documented with photos and marked on the site plan. All of the

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 119 above are defining features in the allocation of surrounding area is based upon observation of lands for suitable development, for example the following; land use, proximity to major nodes/ seeking lands for the expansion of agriculture places, architectural style and details of buildings sandy soils would be unsuitable. around, off site benefits, and off site nuisance.

Water: This is divided into two categories; water Visual Interest: The four features which make up bodies, to be documented through photography an areas visual interest are; scenic quality, views and marking on plans, and surface drainage, and vistas, unique physical features, architectural which is to be marked on plan. Development elements that define spaces, and unsightly needs to be particularly sensitive to water bodies features. All of which are to be documented through as these can be used to support a variety of photos and marking on the plan. Scenic quality can ecosystems including groundwater reservoirs. be noted by observation alone. Water can also be damaging to developments via heavy runoff and/or flooding. Service and Utilities: Subsequently defined by Environment: This criteria covers both noise and power lines (above ground), telephone lines (above environmental sources of pollution both of which ground), water supply lines, storm water drains, and are to be noted upon observation on site. Heavy drainage (manhole locations). All to be documented noise from surrounding roads or industry can via a photo and marking on the plan. The presence greatly devalue any prospective development of utilities allows for new and future developments similarly obvious sources of pollution can have to be connected into the ‘grid’. the same effect and in some cases the cost of clean-up of contaminated lands can far outweigh Transportation: Defined by approaches to the possible development gains. site, access routes, road widths, offsite pedestrian/ vehicular traffic. Similarly to the presence of utilities Existing Vegetation: Divided into four further good connectivity networks make developments categories; trees, shrubs, ground covers, and much more viable and make development plots special plant species these are to be recorded much more flexible in their usage. through photographs and marked on the site map. Root systems or dense pockets of growth Structures on Site: What existing buildings, can make development costly, difficult and bridges, culverts, walls, and embankments are occasionally impossible. They can also provide there? These may interfere with developments aesthetically pleasing development areas, presently or in the future and should be however, rare and special plant species are likely documented through photography and marked to prevent any such development. upon the map.

Surrounding Areas: The assessment of the Usability: The final and fourteenth criteria assesses

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 120 1 NAME OF SITE To be filled prior to site visit usability which identifies pockets of land useful 2 LOCATION/ LOCALITY To be filled prior to site visit for development, and those not useful even with necessary modifications. Any of the aforementioned 3 PLOT AREA To be filled prior to site visit features are to be marked based upon all of the 4 TOPOGRAPHY other observations. a. Land form Notes from observation b. Soil conditions Notes from observation c. Geological features Photo documentation and to be marked on plan 5 WATER a. water bodies Photo documentation and to be marked on plan b. surface drainage To be marked on plan - water shed - ravine gullying - run off direction 6 ENVIRONMENT a. noise Notes from observation b. pollution Notes from observation 7 EXISTING VEGETATION a. trees Photo documentation and to be marked on plan b. shrubs Photo documentation and to be marked on plan c. ground covers Photo documentation and to be marked on plan d. special plant species Photo documentation and to be marked on plan 8 SURROUNDING AREAS a. Land use Notes from observation b. Proximity to major nodes/places Notes from observation c. Architectural style and details of building around Notes from observation d. Off site benefits Notes from observation e. Off site nuisance Notes from observation

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 121 9 VISUAL INTEREST a. scenic quality Notes from observation b. views and vistas Photo documentation and to be marked on plan c. unique physical features Photo documentation and to be marked on plan d. architectural elements that define spaces Photo documentation and to be marked on plan

e. unsightly features Photo documentation and to be marked on plan 10 SERVICES AND UTILITIES a. power lines (above ground) Photo documentation and to be marked on plan b. telephone lines (above ground) Photo documentation and to be marked on plan c. water supply lines Photo documentation and to be marked on plan d. Storm water drains Photo documentation and to be marked on plan e. drainage (manhole locations) Photo documentation and to be marked on plan 11 TRANSPORTATION a. approaches to site Photo documentation and to be marked on plan b. access route To be marked on plan c. Road widths Notes from observation d. offsite pedestrian/ vehicular traffic Notes from observation e. onsite pedestrian/ vehicular traffic Notes from observation 12 STRUCTURES ON SITE Existing buildings, bridges, culverts, walls and embankments 13 ANY OTHER FEATURES CLASSIFIED AS a. physical importance Whichever mode of recording is appropriate b. visual importance Whichever mode of recording is appropriate c. positive Whichever mode of recording is appropriate d. negative Whichever mode of recording is appropriate 14 USABILITY a. pockets useful for development To be marked on drawing based on all of the above observations

b. pockets useful for development with mini- To be marked on drawing based on all of the above observations mum cut and fill c. pockets not useful even with modifications To be marked on drawing based on all of the above observations

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 122 6. Conclusion

Conclusion • Underutilized Asset Base: The 1100 acres of AVF owned “outlying lands” represent a major In conclusion, it is clear that the Auroville asset base which is currently underutilized to its Foundation owned 1100+ acres of “outlying true potential value. In the current market, the lands” is a significant, but underutilized, asset total value of these lands amounts to nearly INR base for the community that will help augment 800 crores. the revenue sources needed for building the township of Auroville and will help contributing • Diversified property portfolio: Distribution of to the profile of the region. The information and these lands in the larger bio- region of Auroville analyses presented in this Phase-I report presents lends itself to the potential of attracting diverse the context for understanding the individual land uses that will create positive desired AVF owned properties that were assessed in impact on the local economy such as increased determining their relationship to the larger context income and employment. and their development potential. Understanding the physical and environmental attributes is • Part of the Whole: The four zones identified only a part of this planning process. The other exhibit varied and unique characteristics. component includes developing an understanding At the individual level, several of these of the real estate market trends, socio-economic properties may seem to have relatively weak goals, and community desire to create responsible development potential; however, when viewed development typologies that fit within the over- within the context of the overall zones and arching sustainability goals embedded in the vision adjoining AVF owned properties, it presents of Auroville. an exceptional opportunity to develop large- scale economically viable and sustainable Understanding the pattern of the immediate region developments. is vital in deciding the highest and best use of the individual AVF owned properties. This report • Isolated and encroached lands: Isolated highlights some key findings and preliminary AVF-owned parcels (50+ acres) that are not recommendations that will help the responsible connected directly with the major properties agencies make informed decisions when are scattered throughout the study area. These formulating land asset management strategies parcels are prone to encroachment (nearly 25 in the “outlying lands”. Some of the key findings acres is currently encroached) and a drain on and preliminary recommendations related to the Auroville’s constrained resource base. There is AVF owned lands outside of the City Area and the an urgent need to address the future of these Greenbelt Area include the following: encroached properties and dispose the surplus properties.

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 125 • Alternatives for AV related uses: Efforts by indicate a weak market for typical development the Auroville community members/ caretakers prototypes in the short-term. on the “outlying lands” have helped in significantly improving the soil conditions on • Auroville and the bio-region: Auroville some key properties, thereby increasing the as a major land owner in the area has the value of the lands. Some of the properties may opportunity to shape the growth of the region have alternative valuable uses that should and strengthen its role in improving the potential be explored before going to the market for of the region. In turn, this will also help attract disposal of these assets. the critical mass and infrastructure investment needed to build Auroville. • Impact of increasing Construction and Labour Costs: Rising construction costs • Development models for AVF: Auroville and labour costs locally have imposed more Foundation has the potential of assuming pressure on the viability of Auroville managed several roles in this process- as a developer, developments and agricultural lands, lessor, equity partner- to generate revenues especially in the lands outside the City and and creating investment opportunities for the Greenbelt area. network of individuals connected with Auroville.

• Hike in Guideline Values: Recent increase in • Disposal strategy for surplus property: guideline values in Tamil Nadu have impacted The local investment market has not reached the Study Area also. For example, some of saturated levels; therefore if there are willing the “outlying lands” (Kottakuppam) in the last buyers in the market, this is a good time to five years has increased the value of AV land consider disposing some strategic lands. in the market by by nearly 800% on. This may Considering the current property values, reduce the potential of ‘black money’ or cash the recent hike in guideline values and an transactions in real estate. On the other hand, anticipated reduction in investment activity pan- this increase in the guideline value may also India, about 10% of the lands should be turned result in a decrease in real estate investment back into the market for sale to build capital in activity in the near future. the immediate future. Properties located farther away from Auroville (e.g. Eternity and New • Regional Economic Context: Current Farm) as well as the isolated scattered parcels economic trends in the area are on the rise could be potential priority contenders for sale or but most of it is speculative in nature. The exchange. absence of a robust economic development plan for the urban centre of Puducherry and Recently, there has been an increase in the the predominantly rural district of Viluppuram demand for organic farming in India; leasing lands to interested investors with assistance

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 126 from AV farms could be considered as another sector as a catalyst project. This will also serve source of short-term revenue. The following are immediate action strategies as a pilot to gauge the interest of potential (not in any order of priority) identified to further collaborators in partnering with Auroville Prime properties should be reserved for long- this initiative of creating a coordinated land Foundation. These projects will also serve as a term collaboration with the private sector. The development strategy for the AVF-owned “outlying catalyst for developing the master plan for other second tier properties along AV Main Road lands”: AVF owned properties in its vicinity. (Bakery, Arc-en-Ciel, Auromodel) should accommodate uses that create a peripheral • Initiate and complete Phase 2 of the Land • Establish true values of the “outlying lands” development node around Kuilayapalayam and Development Strategic Plan: The first phase to understand the costs or benefits of disposing Auroville- a transition area between Auroville analysis has further strengthened the need the assets/ liabilities. The true value for the and the region- and investment from Auroville for an overall strategic plan, and it becomes properties can be assessed based on several or Friends of Auroville could be explored in this crucial that the second phase is approved criteria: area. to create the framework to create an overall • Annual maintenance expenditure forecasts land development policy for the “outlying • Facilities management costs • Niche Development models: Based on the lands”. Phase 2 of this strategic plan will entail • Opportunity costs analysis, it is imperative that niche development developing ranking criteria for prioritizing • Taxes typologies will need to be created to meet lands for various uses, preparing a detailed • Value/ cost of disposal the requirements of the LRD Mandate and development program for the prioritized lands, ensure compatibility with the ideals of Auroville. identifying action strategies and implementation • Create an updated list of the isolated and Potential Development Typologies for the tools. encroached properties that should be disposed. “outlying lands” may include, but not limited to: • Initiate process to identify prioritized properties • Education- Knowledge and Research • Conduct detailed site surveys: This phase for sale or exchange of strategic properties. based industries involved conducting preliminary site analyses • Seek and procure appropriate professional real • Healthcare- Specialized facilities such as for the 43 major properties. However, detailed estate advisory services to develop a systematic cancer hospital and research center survey records are available with L’Avenir for process for dealing with property disposals • Non-polluting industries only 18 properties. It is recommended that the including preferred approach for disposal and • Organic Farming LRD Task Force work with L’Avenir to conduct tapping into a larger network of buyers and • Tourism-related low-impact destination uses detailed surveys for the remaining sites in investors. (recreation, leisure, hospitality, wellness conjunction with the second phase of this study. • Retain the services of professional legal resorts, retail) advisory services to address the encroachment • Commercial- Office incubator space • Identify catalysts projects: Prepare Terms issues on the 25+ acres of property owned by • Residential- Senior Living facilities that of Reference (TOR) and engage a global real Auroville Foundation. connected with institutions or within a estate consulting firm to initiate the tendering mixed-use setting; residential schools process for developing Promesse and Service Farm as an integrated development model. ACTION STEPS working in collaboration with the private

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 127 A. Profiles of Potential Partners About - The 3C Company About - TATA Housing Development Company About - Sunil Mantri Realty LTD Founded in: 2007, The 3C Company has Tata Housing is a closely held Public Limited With substantial presence across residential, presence in the Delhi NCR. The Company stands Company and a subsidiary of Tata Sons Ltd. retail, commercial, office, IT parks and SEZ apart due to focus on designing and developing Since it’s revival in 2006, Tata Housing has been development, this Company is poised on green projects with on schedule delivery. Its focused on developing and transforming real estate the cusp of rapid growth and expansion into USP of developing environment friendly designs development in India. 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Akshaya is one of revenues, earnings, market capitalization and comprehensive residential and office space the few CRISIL rated organizations in Chennai’s developable area. It currently has pan India real estate space. Akshaya’s excellence in its solutions across real estate categories and presence across 30 cities with approximately endeavours has also resulted in the Integrated ISO diverse consumer segments - from luxury garden 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS 18001:2007 238 million sq ft of completed development residences in South Mumbai to large integrated Management System. The Integrated Management and 413 million sq ft of planned projects, of townships in the suburbs, from thoughtfully System Certification, incidentally, has been which 56 million sq ft of projects are under designed office environments to private villa conferred on only 11 companies in India. Akshaya construction during FY10. retreats. The group has extended this philosophy also achieved the feat of being one of the two leaders to office spaces as well, where it was one of the companies in our country to win the SA 8000:2008 first in India to introduce the concept of branded Certification (the global social accountability Dr Kushal Pal Singh, Chairman office spaces. standard for creating employee-friendly workplace). Akshaya is now foraying into commercial and IT project spectrum leaders space while envisioning state-of-the-art shopping Residential, townships, commercial malls and diversified operations in other parts of Abhisheck Lodha, MD complexes, IT Parks, hotels, multiplexes, etc. South India. key projects leaders key projects Announcement of World One, a landmark T Chitty Babu, Chairman & CEO Will take its luxury mall DLF Emporio (already development on a 17 acre site, slated to be the operational in New Delhi) to other big cities tallest residential development in the world. project spectrum Residential, Townships, Apartments such as Hyderabad and Chennai. Commercial, Shoppinng Complexes, Malls project spectrum other news Residential Apartments/Housing key projects Commercial, Shopping Complexes Only listed real estate Company included in Recently launched its luxury project, 36-Carat, the BSE Sensex, NSE Nifty, MSCI India Index which became the only project in Chennai to get and MSCI Emerging Markets Asia Index. CONTACT the coveted ‘Chennai-5 Star’ rating. CONTACT Lodha Excelus, N.M. Joshi Marg, Mahalaxmi, CONTACT Mumbai - 400 011. India. DLF Centre G Square, No. 46, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Phone: +91 22 23024400 Sansad Marg, Kandanchavadi, New Delhi- 110001, Fax: +91 22 23000693 Chennai - 600 096. Tel: +91-11-42102030 Tel: 044- 2496 8811 / 4200 8811 Fax: 044-2496 8812 Website: http://www.dlf.in/ http://akshaya.com IND Sports

About - Infinity Group About - Usha Martin Group - Usha Breco Realty LTD About - IND Sports Infinity pioneered in creating infrastructural They aim to surpass other builders in the real IND sports is a chennai based outdoor solutions for the IT & ITeS sector. Infinity estate industry through world class practices and entertainment corporation that strives to conceived and created the path-breaking first performance at each stage of the project. They create world class eco friendly experiences intelligent IT-empowered workspace in the Eastern focus on quality, innovation, timely execution, for its state holders. Region in 2000 – Infinity Think Tank at Sector V, efficiency, and customer satisfaction that can be Our flagship project in Muttukadu, Tamil nadu Kolkata – that combined environmental values with a futuristic design and robust engineering. seen in each of their projects. The Company is will deliver world class adventure sportes The significance of the special construction founded on the strong foundation of trust, integrity, facilities, water sports training grounds and design of infrastructure built by Infinity professionalism and customer-bound. They also with a fully integrated sports club. We are is the architectural ingenuity with a futuristic offer Real Estate Management and advisory also exploring various models including a outlook incorporating features to assist the services in order to help developers, investors and proposed Public Private Partnership with the work performance of the IT industry. Apart from multinational tenants to maximize their property Govt of Tamil Nadu. being a pioneer in creating green and intelligent purposes. They have stretched its business infrastructure for the IT & ITes sector, Infinity is interests into Industrial, Hospitality, IT/ITES, leaders inspired by 3Ps – Profit, Planet & People. Infinity Financial Services, and Infrastructure along with Sathish - CEO played the role of being the principal catalyst in aggregate revenue exceeding US$ 750 million. Harish bringing the IT revolution in West Bengal with over Srikrish 600 companies operating in sector V. In last 15 leaders years , Infintiy created 7 million sq ft of green & Prashant Jhawar – Chairman PROJECT SPECTRUM intelligent IT enable workspace. Uday Dharmadhikari – Chief Executive Officer project spectrum IT & ITES; IT SEZ; Retail: Business Centre; PROJECT SPECTRUM Residential; Old Age Home Housing other news Residential, Apartments, Township CSR Initiatives: Akshaya Patra, Anant Commercial, Shopping Complex, Retail Buildings Education, Jagriti Dham, Inspired to be GREEN, Institute of Neurosciences, Manovikas CONTACT CONTACT Kendra, National Academy of Environment, Vedanta Academy Contact Person: Mr. Vimal Mody Email: [email protected] CONTACT 10 Meadows, Sahar Plaza, Plot A3, Block GP, Sector V Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Salt Lake Electronics Complex Kolkata – 700091, West Bengal, Mumbai - 400 059. INDIA India. Tel: +91-22-4049 3800 Fax: +91-22-40493805 Tel : +91.33.23573686 Email: [email protected] Fax : +91.33.23573687 E: [email protected] About - Ganesh Housing Corporation Limited About - MARG Developers About - Subhash Projects & Marketing LTD. Ganesh Housing Corporation (GHCL) incorporated MARG Ltd., formerly MARG Constructions Limited SPML has integrated its strength in basic & in 1991, is engaged in the business of construction is among India’s fastest growing diversified in-depth engineering, process technology, and real estate development in Ahmedabad. The infrastructure development companies. Established project management, procurement, fabrication company has been promoted by Shri. Govindbhai in 1994, MARG Ltd. is listed on the Bombay Stock & erection, construction and commissioning C.Patel. The company is listed on National Stock Exchange to offer distinct responsibility under strict Exchange of India and Bombay Stock Exchange. delivery agendas. Many of the engineering Company has received ISO 9001:2000 certification leaders and construction projects executed by SPML for its quality management. Since its inception the GRK Reddy, Managing Director have set new benchmarks in terms of scale, company has created 16 million sq.ft of residential sophistication and speed. SPML has in-house space. PROJECT SPECTRUM engineering capabilities for both project design MARG EPC and construction. SPML design & engineering leaders Marine Infrastructure and Services encompasses IT enabled facilities including Dipak G Patel, Chairperson Urban and Industrial Infrastrcture modern CAD centre using various design and project management software. PROJECT SPECTRUM Real Estate, Residential and Commercial Education Services As a corporate commitment, SPML gives Residential New Business (Multi Level Car Parking) importance to safety compliances in design, Townships execution, installation & operations and closely Commercial complexes KEY PROJECTS monitors all activities adequately backed by IT Parks, hotels, multiplexes, etc. appropriate training and client understanding. MARG Karaikal Port PROJECT SPECTRUM CONTACT Swarnabhoomi Cityscapes’– a wide range of highly appreciable villa plots on scenic ECR Water 100 FT. Hebatpur- Thaltej Road, Global Agribusiness and Food Processing, Energy Nr. Sola Bridge, OFF: S.G. Highway, Karnataka Infrastructure Ahmedabad 380 054, Environment Gujarat, India. CONTACT leaders Tel: +91-79-6160 8888 Address : Anil Sethi Fax: +91-79-6160 8899 No 334 Futura Tech Park, Block B Subhash Sethi Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Sholinganallur Sushil Sethi Chennai - 600119 Telephone No : +91 - 44 - 45623000 CONTACT Fax No : +91 - 44 – 45625017 8/2, Ulsoor Road, Bangalore-560 042. Ph: +91-80-41859500. Fax: +91-80- 25595515; About - Vatika Group About - OMAXE Limited About - UNITECH Vatika believes in delivering value to all our Over the past 22 years, Omaxe has established Established in 1972, Unitech is today India’s stakeholders by creating products and services itself through diverse range of residential and leading real estate developer in India. It is that enhance the value of life. While real estate commercial projects. The company at present has the first developer to have been certified ISO is our business, we consider ourselves a service 53 projects under execution and planning. Omaxe 9001:2000 in North India. industry… and our service is to design for life – Ltd was the first Construction Company of northern leaders your life. We aim to create spaces that enable you India to receive an ISO 9001:2000 Certification. Ramesh Chandra, Executive Chairman to focus on the things you consider important – whether it is building a business, growing a family, leaders PROJECT SPECTRUM connecting with friends, or simply finding the time Rohtas Goel, CMD Unitech offers diversified projects across and space to pursue your dreams. Our vision is residential, commercial/IT parks, retail, hotels, to create homes, schools, hotels, restaurants, PROJECT SPECTRUM amusement parks and SEZs segments. Unitech retail spaces, commercial spaces and business Integrated townships was the first real estate company to be part centres that uphold unparalleled quality and reflect Group housing of the National Stock Exchange’s NIFTY 50 Index. The company has over 600,000 timelessness. SEZs shareholders. Unitech and Norway based leaders Shopping malls & commercial complexes and Telenor Group came together to build Uninor - a Anil Bhalla hotels telecommunication services company providing Gautam Bhalla KEY PROJECTS GSM services across India. Gaurav Bhalla Has entered into infrastructure sector through KEY PROJECTS PROJECT SPECTRUM Omaxe Infrastructure & Construction Ltd (OICL), Has ventured into the infrastructure business Residential a wholly owned subsidiary. OICL has bagged the by launching Unitech Infra. Commercial first contract to construct Highway and three high other news Business Centres level bridges in Punjab. The contract is awarded by Unitech launches Ananda, the next phase of Education Greater Mohali Area Development Authority and its Uniworld City projects in Rewari & Ambala. value is pegged at Rs704 million. Hospitality Financial Results for the Quarter and Nine Facilities Management CONTACT Months ended 31st Dec 2011 (Unaudited, Consolidated) CONTACT Omaxe House, 7, LSC, Kalkaji, Vatika Triangle New Delhi - 110019 (India) CONTACT 7th Floor Tel: +91-11- 41893100, 41896680-85, 41896776 Unitech House L Block, Sushant Lok-1, Block-A Fax: +91-11- 41896773, 41896799, 41896653 South City - 1, Gurgaon - 122001 Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Haryana Gurgaon-122002 Tel: +91.124.4125200 / 4125328 Haryana, India Fax: : +91.124.2383332 About - Ansal API About - Parsvnath Developers Limited About - Godrej Properties Limited Established in 1967 as a family business, Ansal API Incorporated in July 1990 by Mr Jain in New Established in 1990, Godrej Properties Ltd today is clearly amongst the real estate leaders of Delhi, Parsvnath today has a substantial pan (GPL) brings the Godrej Group philosophy of India. Having established itself very strongly in the India presence in over 45 cities across 16 states. innovation and excellence to the real estate NCR region, Ansal API is now focusing on ventures The company has emerged as one of the most industry. GPL aspires to be among India’s top in cities like Bhatinda, Mohali, Amritsar, Ludhiana, progressive and multi-faceted real estate and three real estate companies while continuing to Jalandhar, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Sonepat, construction entities in India. be the most trusted name in the industry. GPL Panipat, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Faridabad, Gurgaon, has completed several landmark projects and leaders Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, Meerut, Agra, is currently developing significant projects in Lucknow, to name a few. Ansal API has till date, Pradeep Jain, Chairman 11 cities across India. Godrej Properties Ltd is developed and delivered more than 190 million sq PROJECT SPECTRUM listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) ft. The company currently has a land reserve of and The National Stock Exchange (NSE). Housing (premium, mid-market as well as about 9,335 acres. affordable) leaders Office complexes, shopping malls & leaders Milind Korde, MD hypermarkets, hotels, multiplexes Sushil Ansal, Chairman T Parks and SEZs PROJECT SPECTRUM PROJECT SPECTRUM Residential, Housing, Apartments KEY PROJECTS Integrated Townships Commercial, Office Buildings Has partnered with Red Fort Capital to execute Condominiums KEY PROJECTS Group Housing, a Concession Agreement with DMRC for Malls, Shopping Complex, Hotels development of a prime Grade A office project in Sold over 200 apartments within 2 days SEZs, IT Parks New Delhi’s Connaught Place. of launch of its project Godrej Frontier in Infrastructure and Utility Services Gurgaon. This is the company’s first residential other news project in northern India KEY PROJECTS First real estate company to have integrated with Raised Rs231.4 crore through private placement ISO 9001, 14001 and OHSAS 18001. CONTACT of shares with institutional investors for reducing 4th Floor, Godrej Bhavan 4A, Home Street, Fort its debt and execute ongoing projects. CONTACT Mumbai 400 001, 6th Floor, Arunachal Building CONTACT Tel: +91 - 22 - 66510200 19, Barakhamba Road, Fax: +91 - 22 - 2207 2044 115, Ansal Bhawan New Delhi – 110 001 Email: 16, Kasturba Gandhi Marg Ph.: +91-11-43686600/ 43684800 Sales & Marketing : New Delhi - 110 001 Fax: +91-11-23315400 [email protected] Tel: +91-11-23353550 (24 lines) Email: [email protected] www.ansalapi.com http://www.parsvnath.com About - K Raheja Corporation About - Oberoi Realty Limited About - Kalpataru Group Incorporated in 1956, this Mumbai based real Founded in 1998, the company was recently in Established in 1969, Kalpataru is one of the estate giant has been engaged in real estate limelight for its IPO. The Company’s consolidated leading real estate development groups in India. development for more than four decades. K Raheja total income and consolidated net profit after tax The Group has been active primarily in the Corp has built residences, commercial buildings and prior period items as restated were Rs8,054.95 Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) & Pune. It and hotels throughout India. The Group also million and Rs4,576.20 million for the year ended is also undertaking projects in other key cities diversified in the hospitality sector in 1981and in March 31, 2010 and Rs 1658.27 million and such as Hyderabad, Surat, Nagpur, Jaipur and the retail sector in 1991. The company has several Rs797.96 million for the three months ended June Udaipur. The Kalpataru Group has interests in landmark projects to its credits across cities. 30, 2010. The company has presence in Mumbai real estate development, property and project and Pune. management, engineering, procurement and leaders construction (EPC) contracting for power Chandru L Raheja, Chairman leaders transmission and infrastructure projects Vikas Oberoi, CMD including road projects, warehousing and PROJECT SPECTRUM logistics. Residential Apartments/Housing PROJECT SPECTRUM Commercial, Business Buildings leaders Single space and mixed used development Customized Projects, Scheduling, Designing, across residential Mofatraj P Munot, Promoter Financial Assistance Office space, retail SEZ Hospitality and social infrastructure segments PROJECT SPECTRUM other news Residential Commercial, retail K Raheja Corp has given a firm commitment CONTACT to have all of its future projects undertaken Integrated townships, lifestyle gated communities and redevelopment projects anywhere in India to be Leed Certified Green Commerz, 3rd Floor, Building Projects. International Business Park, CONTACT Oberoi Garden City, 101, Kalpataru Synergy, Opp. Grand Hyatt, CONTACT Off Western Express Highway, Santacruz (E), Plot no C-30, Block G Goregaon (East), Mumbai 400 055. India. Opp SIDBI Mumbai - 400 063. India. Tel: +91- 22 - 3064 5000 Bandra Kurla Complex Tel: 91 22 6677 3333 Fax: +91 - 22 - 3064 3131 Bandra (E) Fax: 91 22 6677 3334 E-Mail: [email protected] Mumbai – 400 051 http://www.oberoirealty.com [email protected] Tel: +91 22 26564000 http://www.kalpataru.com Fax: +91 22 26564899 Email: [email protected] http://krahejacorp.com About - DB Realty About - Shobha Developers Limited About - Brigade Group It is one of India’s fastest growing real estate The Company was founded in 1995 by PNC Established in 1986, Brigade is one of companies headquartered in Mumbai. The Menon after he returned home from the Middle South India’s leading property developers. Company currently has more than 30 ultra premium East where he was acclaimed for quality interiors It is headquartered in Bangalore with projects projects under various stages of planning and and construction since 1977. Today, this Rs10 extending across several major cities in South also completion in both Mumbai and Pune. It billion plus company is one of the largest and only India like Chennai, Chikmagalur, Hyderabad, has 20.5 million sq ft of saleable area of ongoing backward integrated company in the construction Kochi, Mangalore and Mysore. projects with a projected area of 40.5 million sq ft arena. Its IPO in 2006 was oversubscribed by 126 in forthcoming and upcoming projects. DB Realty is times that created history, being the first event of its leaders publicly listed company both on BSE and NSE with kind in Indian capital markets. Till date, Sobha has MR Jaishankar, CMD a market capitalisation of more than Rs10000 crore. completed 47 residential projects, 13 commercial projects and 166 contractual projects covering PROJECT SPECTRUM leaders about 36 million sq ft area in 18 cities across India Property development Vinod Goenka and Shahid Balwa (as of 31 March 2010). The company currently has Property management 21 ongoing residential projects aggregating to 8.5 Services, hospitality and education PROJECT SPECTRUM million sq ft, while 4.24 million sq ft of contractual projects are under various stages of construction. key projects Group Housing, Malls, Shopping Complex, Brigade recently obtained the license from the Hotels, SEZs, IT Parks, Infrastructure and leaders World Trade Centers Association to classify and Utility Service PNC Menon, Chairman manage its one million sq ft office tower in its mixed use project Brigade Gateway as ‘World key projects PROJECT SPECTRUM Trade Centre Bangalore. Few months ago, it bagged the right to redevelop Residential, Townships, Apartments CONTACT a large chunk of the 100-acre PWD government Commercial, Shoppinng Complexes, Malls colony in Mumbai’s Bandra suburb. This will be one Brigade Enterprises Limited of the biggest redevelopment projects in the city. CONTACT 29th & 30th Floor, World Trade Center Bangalore Rajajinagar, Bangalore 560 055 Sarjapur - Marthahalli Outer Ring Road (ORR) Tel : 91-80-4137 9200 CONTACT Devarabisanahalli, Bellandur Post, GeneralA. K. Vaidya Marg Bangalore – 560103 Goregaon (East), Karnataka, India. Mumbai 400 063 Tel : + 91 80 49320000 India Fax : + 91 80 49320444 About - Purvankara Projects Limited About - Nitesh Estates Limited About - Prestige Estates Projects Limited Established in 1975, the Group has grown to be one Founded in 2004, Nitesh Estates is an integrated Founded in 1986, Prestige has completed more of the leading real estate developers of the country, property development company headquartered in than 142 projects and has 59 ongoing projects. primarily in the premium housing segment. It has Bangalore. The company has presence in Bangalore, projects across cities like Bangalore, Chennai, leaders Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Mysore as well as Kochi, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Mysore, Kolkata Goa. Nitesh Shetty, MD and Colombo. The Group also has a presence in leaders Dubai, UAE. With a land bank of over 125 million PROJECT SPECTRUM sq ft, the Group has above 20 million sq ft of Irfan Razack, CMD Residential, Housing Projects residential and commercial space currently under PROJECT SPECTRUM construction. Commercial, Retail, Shoppping Complexes Office buildings Residential leaders Hospitality and services Commercial, retail Integrated township Ravi Puravankara, Founder and CMD key projects Leisure & hospitality and mixed-use The company is growing even faster with plans PROJECT SPECTRUM to expand its operations in other cities like Goa, key projects Chennai, Hyderabad and Kochi. Nitesh Estates Office Properties Prestige raised Rs12 billion rupees through its has to its credit a series of firsts: the first to win Retail Properties IPO recently. Affordable Housing India’s largest corporate housing project (ITC Limited), one among the first few to attract FDI CONTACT key projects in real estate (Och Ziff and Citigroup) and has the distinction of bringing to India it’s very first The Falcon House, No. 1, Recently launched Purva Venezia that recreates the Main Guard Cross Road, beauty of Venice at Yelhanka in Bangalore. Ritz Carlton. It has 27 ongoing and forthcoming projects in and around Bangalore and Goa. It Bangalore - 560 001. CONTACT has land bank of 19 million sq ft, which will be 130/1, Ulsoor Road, developed in the next 4-5 years. Bangalore - 560 042. CONTACT Tel: +91-80-25599911 Nitesh Timesquare, Level 7, Fax: +91-80-25599350 #8 MG Road, Bangalore - 560001. Karnataka, India About - Biodeversity Conservation India Pvt. Ltd. About - Nitesh Estates Limited About - Emaar MGF Land Limited Chandrashekar Hariharan is an economist who has Established in 1946, L&T Construction is the largest Emaar MGF Land Limited is a joint venture presided over projects on water, energy, and green construction organization in the country. It figures between Emaar Properties PJSC (“Emaar”) of buildings since 1989. He is a Chartered Accountant among the World’s 77th Top Contractors and ranks Dubai and MGF Development Limited (“MGF”) who worked as a journalist before specialising in 29th in global ranking as per the survey conducted of India. Emaar is one of the world’s leading econometrics and development economics. by the reputed international construction magazine real estate companies, having developed approximately 89 million square feet of real In an attempt to bring accountability to his work on Engineering News Record, USA (August 2010). estate across residential, commercial and sustainable directions, he morphed from an NGO L&T is known for its excellence and timely other business segments and with operations activist in 1991 into an entrepreneur in 1995. deliverance. With an annual turnover of Rs in 14 countries. MGF has established itself Under his leadership, BCIL has created many 25,000 crore, L&T has more than 12,000 skilled as one of the key players in retail real estate community-based, sustainably developed professionals working for it. development in Northern India and has delivered residential enclaves. BCIL has won 19 awards from approximately 2 million square feet of retail eight nations in the last eight years for its powerfully leaders space. pioneering work in building industry innovations. He A M Naik, Chairperson The Company commenced operations in was the only Indian recipient of the prestigious ADB India in February 2005 and is into real estate Water Champion Award in 2006 among nine Asians PROJECT SPECTRUM development with a pan-India presence and from 63 nations. Office Buildings & Factories (B&F) operations spanning all key segments of Infrastructure (Infra) the Indian real estate industry, namely the leaders Metallurgical & Material Handling (MMH) residential, commercial, retail and hospitality sectors. At present, its focus is on the Chandrashekar Hariharan, Chairman, BCIL Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) development of residential projects in Delhi PROJECT SPECTRUM CONTACT and elsewhere in the NCR, Mohali, Hyderabad, Forest Conservation Chennai and other key Indian cities. Mount Poonamallee Road, Applied Bio-diversity Research Manapakkam, leaders Community, Climate change and Conservation P.B.No.979, H.E. Mohamed Ali Alabbar Energy and Bio-Diversity Chennai – 600 089 Business and Bio-Diversity PROJECT SPECTRUM Tel: +91-44-22526000, 22528000 CONTACT Commercial, Bank, Office Buildings, Fax:+91-44-2249 3317 Residential, Housing, Apartments, Townships Applied Environmental Research Foundation Industrial, Power, Steel (AERF) C-10, Natya Chitra Co-op Hsg. Soc. (Kalagram) CONTACT Bhusari Colony, Kothrud, ECE House Pune – 411052 Maharashtra, INDIA. 1st Floor, 28 Kasturba Gandhi Marg + 91 - 20 - 25286952, + 91 - 20 - 65235281 New Delhi- 110 001 http://www.aerfindia.org Tel.: 011-4152 1155/4120 3444 About - Ackruti City Limited About - Shapoorji Pallonji and Company About - Nagarjuna Condtruction Co./NCC LTD Akruti City (ACL), real estate Development Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate is a part of the NCC is a vision seen in exemplary clarity by Company which was formerly known as Akruti Shapoorji Pallonji Group - a large conglomerate Padma Shri Awardee Dr. AVS Raju, architect, Nirman was incorporated in the year 1986. with multiple business segments and having a rich planner and builder close to three decades ago. Earlier the company undertook civil engineering and legacy of over 145 years which is well known in Years that have seen the Company creating development jobs for government and the defence India as well as overseas. Shapoorji Pallonji Real history, time and again in the dynamic arena of forces. Later in 1986, it ventured into residential Estate is a prominent force in the Indian real estate infrastructure while contributing in incomparable construction projects. After developing various real sector. In the residential segment, Shapoorji Pallonji measure in nation building. NCC has earned a estate projects in 1995, the company forayed into has sealed it supremacy by constructing some of remarkable reputation and trust in thirty years of its first slum rehabilitation project. the most premium properties in South Mumbai. dedicated service. Projects such as ‘The Imperial’, featuring super leaders premium luxury residences in Mumbai, have won leaders Hemant M Shah, Chairperson ten Asia Pacific Property Awards. SP Shukhobrishti, Dr AVS Raju a mass housing township in Kolkata spread over PROJECT SPECTRUM 150 acres and SP Residency - a high quality CONTACT Townships, residential development within IT Park, Pune, NCC House, Shopping malls illustrates the wide canvas Shapoorji Pallonji Real Madhapur , Industrial parks Estate is working on. Hyderabad - 500 081, SEZs, office buildings and hotels leaders Andhra Pradesh, INDIA. other news MD - Cyrus P. Mistry Tel.: +91-40-23268888, Fax.: +91-40-23125555 The company is the first construction company to PROJECT SPECTRUM be awarded the ISO 9001 as well as CRISIL rating for its quality processes and financial as well as 1. Commercial, Bank, Office Buildings, project management strengths. 2. Residential, Housing, Apartments, Townships Industrial, Power, Steel, Cement etc Plants 3. Specialized, IT Parks, Entertainment Hub, CONTACT Hospitality, Stadium 6th Floor,Road No 7 Marol Midc, Andheri (East)Mumbai-400093, CONTACT Maharashtra Nitesh Timesquare, Level 7, www.akruticity.com #8 MG Road, Bangalore - 560001. Karnataka, India About - Alchemist Realty Limited About - Alpine Housing Devp. Corpn. Ltd. About - Ananat Raj Industries Limited Alchemist Realty started its commercial production Alpine Housing Development Corporation Anant Raj Industries (ARIL) was established in March 13, 1984 which was its first phase of builds apartments for all those with an eye for in 1969, and is now a name that has become operations, with an installed capacity of 900 TPA. detail and has responsibilities to enhance the synonymous with the highest quality, excellence The project is located at 290/1 GIDC, Vapi, Dist. environment, the company’s policies for managing and innovation in the field of real estate Bulsar Gujarat. The plant is currently operating the environmental aspects across the business is development. Armed with one of the largest at 70% of installed capacity. Alchemist Realty, priority no. one. Alpine constructions commitment land banks in the region, the company is in formerly as Pan Packaging, changed its name on Novermber 3, 2006 to Alchemist Realty. It to quality Property Development encompasses the process of building an array of Special also altered its Memorandum of Association to Condominiums, Apartment Buildings and Economic Zones (SEZs), IT Parks, Hotels, include real-estate in its main objects clause. The Commercial Complexes. Commercial Complexes, Malls, Residential / company has also reported a number of bulk share Service Apartments. transactions since then. The company’s registered leaders office is at Mumbai. The company focuses on S.A Kabeer, Chairperson leaders developing Information Technology (IT) commercial Ashok Sarin, Chairperson complex, supermarkets, entertainment centers, PROJECT SPECTRUM multi-storied-residential-complex and shopping Residential PROJECT SPECTRUM complex. Townships Townships leaders Commercial complexes Residential, Apartments, Independent floors IT Parks, hotels, multiplexes, etc. Hospitality Kanwar Deep Singh, Chairperson Commercial, Malls PROJECT SPECTRUM Infrastructure CONTACT IT Parks, SEZ Commercial and office complexes, Shopping 002, Alpine Arch, 10, Langford Road, Complexes, Super Markets Bangalore - 560 027 CONTACT Convention and entertainment centers, Karnataka, India H-65, Connaught Circle, restaurants & hotels, super markets, shopping Tel: 080-40473500 New Delhi - 110001, complexes, and flats. Fax: 080-22128357 India Restaurants & hotels,uper markets Residential, Housing Complexes, Flats

CONTACT Building No - 23 Nehru Place , New Delhi - 110019 Tel: +91 - 11 - 40600800 About - Ansal Buildwell Limited About - Arihant Foundations & Housing Limited About - B.E. Billimoria & Company Limited Ansal Buildwell Limited was incorporated in 1983 Arihant Foundations & Housing was incorporated B.E. Billimoria & Co. Ltd (B.E. Billimoria), a public its registered Office is at 118, UFF, Prakash Deep in the year 1995. Since then the company has limited company was incorporated in the year Building 7, Tolstoy Marg, Connaught Place New changed the skyline of Chennai, with passion for 1962. The company was initially established as Delhi -110 001.This company belongs to The Ansal unique architectural concepts and offers citizens a partnership firm by Beji E Billimoria in the year Group. a sophisticated work environment with modern 1958. It is engaged in the business of constructing standard of living. of residential and commercial buildings, industrial Its activity profile encompasses the entire gamut of structures, townships, hotels, hospitals, banks, real estate development and construction activity, The company has an excellent track record of over auditoriums and theatres, utility buildings, sports both in India and abroad, high-rise commercial and 25 years in the construction industry, creating a stadium,aircraft hangars, container freight residential complexes, environmental upgradation winning collaboration with leading developers. The stations, IT facilities, bridges, flyovers and surface projects, farm lands, hi-tech engineering projects, company has completed more than 3500 residential as well as elevated reservoirs In FY07, the schools, technical and professional institutes, units and plans to develop sixteen million sq ft company had an order backlog of Rs 4,856 mn. industrial estates. Colonization is yet another thrust within the next four years catering to the high and area for this group. Several modern townships exclusive villa segments as well as the middle and leaders have been developed by the group with various upper middle segments. Directors - infrastructural facilities and amenities. N C Parameswaran leaders K B Billimoria leaders Kamal Lunawath, MD BE Billimoria Gopal Ansal, Chairperson DL Kapadia PROJECT SPECTRUM LK Kapadia PROJECT SPECTRUM Residential, Apartments, Townships PROJECT SPECTRUM Townships Commercial, Office Buildings, IT Complexes Groups housing Row housing Independent floors Institutional Buildings Townships, Hospitality Shopping malls, Commercial CONTACT Industrial parks, SEZs, office buildings and hotels. Infrastructure Old #25 New #3 Ganapathy Colony, 3rd street off Cenotaph Road, CONTACT Teynampet, Chennai - 600 018 CONTACT Shiv Sagar Estate, ‘A’ Block, 2nd Floor Tel: +91 44 4224 4444 118, UFF, Prakash Deep Building Dr. Annie Besant Road, Fax: +91 44 4224 4440 7, Tolstoy Marg, Connaught Place Worli, Mumbai 400 018 New Delhi -110 001 Tel: + 91 22 66545000 Tel : 011-23353051, 23353052 Fax: + 91 22 66545050 Fax : 011-23359550,23310639 About - BL Kashyap and Sons Limited About - BSEL Infrastructure Realty Limited About - CHD Developers Limited B L Kashyap and Sons, incorporated in 1989, BSEL Infrastructure Realty Limited came into CHD Developers Limited, under the leadership is engaged in the business of construction existence on November 15, 1995 as Bell South of R.K. Mittal, was established in 1990, to of factories and manufacturing facilities, Enterprises. On October 9, 1998, the company was respond to the growing need for quality housing IT campuses, commercial and residential renamed as BSEL Information System in order to and commercial space in 21st century India, complexes, malls and hotels. The company is provide IT services to the clients served globally. specifically in Delhi and the National Capital promoted by Vinod Kashyap, Vineet Kashyap Region (NCR). and Vikram Kashyap. Headquartered in New The company further grew to be known as BSEL Delhi, company has its regional offices in Infrastructure Realty Limited on August 26, 2003 to The company’s first foray in commercial real Bangalore and Pune. It has an operational include various infrastructure development activities estate development was initiated in 1992, presence in north, south and western India. in its manifesto. followed by diversification into residential projects post-1998. Recognizing the growing trend of leaders leaders evolving aspirations in tier II cities, the company Kirit R Kanakiya, Chairperson Vinod Kashyap, Chairperson then ventured into township development. Since then, the group has consolidated its position as a PROJECT SPECTRUM PROJECT SPECTRUM leading real estate developer of the country. Residential Commercial and office complexes, Shopping Townships leaders Complexes, Super Markets Commercial complexes Convention and entertainment centers, R K Mittal, Chairperson IT Parks, hotels, multiplexes, etc. restaurants & hotels, super markets, shopping PROJECT SPECTRUM complexes, and flats CONTACT Commercial and office complexes, Shopping CONTACT 737, 7th Floor, The Bombay Oilseeds & Oils Complexes, Super Markets E-23 / B-1 Extension, Exchange Premises Co-op. Sty. Convention and entertainment centers, Mohan Co-operative Extension, PLot No.2,3 & 4, The Commodity Exchange, restaurants & hotels, super markets, shopping Mathura Road, Sector-19, complexes, and flats. New Delhi 110 044 Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400 705. CONTACT Tel: +91 11 4050 0300 Maharashtra, India Fax: +91 11 4050 0333 Tel : +91-22- 65123124/ 27844401 SF-16-17, 1st Floor, Madame Bhikaji Cama Bhawan, 11, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi - 110066 Tel: +91 11 40100100 Fax: +91 11 40100190 About - DS Kulkarni Developers Limited About - Eldeco Housing & Industries Limited About - Fact Enterprise Limited D S Kulkarni Developers Ltd., a DSK Group Eldeco Housing & Industries (EHIL) was Fact Enterprise is a dynamic construction and company was incorporated as a Public Limited incorporated in 1985. The company has held an real estate group involved in construction and Company on September 20, 1991 having its uninterrupted market leadership position in most development of buildings, shopping complexes, registered office at Pune. The Company was major towns of UP, most notably Lucknow and hotels and high class residential, mass housing promoted by D S Kulkarni who is leading the Kanpur. It is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and township. The company is diversified in DSK Group. The Group is reputed for quality and has had an uninterrupted dividend paying various fields like construction, media and construction. The DSK group is a Rs.1500 crore group headed by the dynamic D S Kulkarni record since inception. finance. Develop venturing in the field of construction since leaders leaders 1981other business field dealership, information technology and car dealership, hotels, trading S K Garg, Chairperson Rajiv Kashyap, Chairperson house, engineering, hotels, trading, and import$ PROJECT SPECTRUM export since 1996. PROJECT SPECTRUM Townships leaders Commercial and office complexes, Shopping Shopping malls Complexes, Super Markets D S Kulkarni , Chairperson Industrial parks Convention and entertainment centers, SEZs, office buildings and hotels PROJECT SPECTRUM restaurants & hotels, super markets, shopping complexes, and flats Residential CONTACT Townships 201-212, 2nd Floor, Splendor Forum, CONTACT Commercial complexes Jasola District Centre C/208, Crystal Plaza, Opp. Infinity Mall, other News New Delhi - 110 025 (India) New Link Road, Andheri - (West), Achievements/ recognition: Tel: +(91)-(11)-40655000/100 Mumbai - 400053. India. ISO14001 Fax: +(91)-(11)-40655111 Tel: 91 - 22 -26732223 / 4 ISO9001 Fax: 91 - 22 - 26732224 OHASA18001 Savai Gandharva Bhavan has been awarded P.M Shah Best Construction Award Ranked as 2nd fastest growing construction company in India as per NICMAR- Construction World Survey- 2004 CONTACT 1187/60, J. M. Road, Shivajinagar Pune - 411 005. About - Mir Realtors About - ZED Habitat About - Rare Earth Developers Mir Realtors is an ISO-certified eco-friendly ZED Habs is green residential developer in India In the world of development and conservation, builder. The company’s signature township today are pioneering building technologies and RareEarth desires to create a niche in green “Green Metropolis” designed on 6 acres of management systems. Some of the legendary sustainable development with unique and green expanse at Kakkanad, Cochin is the first corporate leaders of India have been their clients. futuristic green housing architecture and eco-friendly self-contained township in Kerala. They have won many discerning awards. The firm development. RareEarth’s heart is to create Located in close proximity to Smart City, the is planning upon taking themselves to housing and enhance the living spaces & surroundings project comprises of 400 dwelling units and a colonies and tourism destination with 100% with changing needs through sustainable 32-storeyed twin tower apartment complex, the independence from the energy grid, municipal development. Energy efficient building materials, tallest in South India. water supply, and external sewerage boards. harvesting of precious water, conservation of leaders To low-energy offices heralding a new future of power, treatment of waste, lush eco-spaces along construction, To more path-finding solutions for with modern amenities and connectivity adhering urban living, in small towns and villages as well. to time, quality and delivery. RareEarth was set up in 2006 and headquartered PROJECT SPECTRUM leaders in Bangalore, with the key objective of diversifying Real Estate Chandrashekar Hariharan, Chairman and globalizing sustainable development by leveraging the know-how and exposure. Tourism PROJECT SPECTRUM Hospitality leaders Infrastructure Residential Energy solutions Infrastructure Sunil Saraf, Managing Director Consultancy Key projects K ey projects PROJECT SPECTRUM Situated adjacent to the most popular beach Zed zone - The apartment supports facilities Residential front location in Kannur, Sailors Cove commands that enhance community interaction and a towering presence with 27-storey twin tower Educational reduce dependence on the local grid. The Zed Eco friendly communities apartments, panoramic sky villas, posh pent Zone campus has zero dependence on the houses and ultra-modern duplex.The project, water supply board, no lines connecting to the CONTACT with an anticipated investment of Rs.100 crore, Sewerage Board, and relies 50 percent less on will include 27-storeyed twin apartment towers the power grid. 841, First Floor offering a variety of dwelling units. 12th Main CONTACT Block IV Koramangala CONTACT Biodiversity Conservation India Pvt. Ltd Bangalore - 560 034 (India) FS 1, North Avenue, Paramara Road #397, 13th Cross, Sadashivanagar Tel.: +91-80-41474617 Kochi 682 018, Bangalore-560080, India. E: [email protected] Kerala, India. Tel: +91 80 4018 4018 Tel: +91 484 239 2524, 2391616 Fax: +91 80 4018 4019 Fax: +91 484 2393636 E: [email protected] About - Rohan Builders About - Hiranandani Group About - Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited Incepted in 1993, the Rohan Group today, is Hiranandani has continually pioneered newer The Mahindra Group focuses on enabling a strong, multifaceted, multi-disciplinary and technologies, bold design and precision people to rise. Mahindra operates in the key vibrant organization, committed to customers engineering to create landmark residential industries that drive economic growth, enjoying through innovtion. They strive to achieve the townships and commercial complexes. Propelled a leadership position in tractors, utility vehicles, highest degree of technical excellence while by the drive to change expectations and the information technology and vacation ownership. maintaining the finest standards of business lifestyle of people thus changing the skyline Mahindra has a presence in the automotive practices in all their endeavours. Rohan cateres of the city, Hiranandani has ushered in an era industry, agribusiness, aerospace, components, to a range of specifications from Engineering marked by higher standards of living and global consulting services, defence, energy, financial to Food and Beverages, Oil & Chemical to lifestyles. services, industrial equipment, logistics, real Warehousing, Solid Waste to Hospitality, With its far sightedness to spot the shifting estate, retail, steel and two wheelers. Mahindra Foundry to Healthcare, Steel to Automobile. Be societal trends, Hiranandani is today a leading Lifespaces specializes in real estate development it a General Contract or a Turn Key contract, a real estate group in its flagship business of and is an integral part of the Mahindra Group. National or an International assignment. construction with a pan – India as well as leaders international presence. Arun K. Nanda, Chairman leaders leaders Suhas Lunkad- chairman and MD Niranjan Hiranandani, Co-founder and MD PROJECT SPECTRUM Surendra Hiranandani, Co-founder and MD Corporate PROJECT SPECTRUM Commercial PROJECT SPECTRUM Residential Residential Commercial Township Agriculture Residential Logistics SEZ CONTACT Renewable energy Hospitality Mahindra Towers, 5th Floor Road No. 13, Infrastructure Healthcare Worli, Mumbai - 400 018 Industrial Tel. : 022 - 33273000/39493300 CONTACT CONTACT Fax : 022 - 24975084 E: [email protected] The Reverie, First Floor, Olympia, Central Avenue 805, Bhandarkar Institute Road, Hiranandani Business Park Powai, Pune: 411 004, Mumbai 400 076 Maharashtra, Tel: +91 22 2576 3600 / 6868 Tel : 91-20-4140 5140 Fax: + 91 22 2570 6444 Fax : 91-20-2565 9939 Email :[email protected] B. Additional Information Property Details by No. Properties Area Location Use Market Price/ SF Market Value In Rupees Zone Zone-1 1 Akashwa 3.23 Interior residential 140 196,97,832 2 Arc-En-Ciel 1.19 AV Main Road residential 150 77,75,460 3 Arya 11.2 Along The Green Belt residential 140 6,83,02,080 4 Last School (including Shakti) 60.6 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. Education 170 10,58,94,360 5 Aspiration 10.5 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. industry+residential 200 9,14,76,000 6 Aureka 8.4 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. Industry 140 5,12,26,560 7 Aurelec 5.7 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. Office space 200 4,96,58,400 8 Auromodele 64.8 AV Main Road residential 160 45,16,30,080 9 D’Jaima 14.7 Bomayapalayam Road residential 140 8,96,46,480 10 Douceur (including Bakery) 9.3 AV Main Road Bakery 135 5,46,89,580 11 Eternity 18.3 Beach residential 700 55,80,03,600 12 Felicity 7.41 Bomayapalayam Road Cultivation 135 4,35,75,246 13 Happiness 0.77 Bomayapalayam Road residential 135 45,28,062 14 Fraternity 19.05 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. residential 230 19,08,58,140 15 Gaia’s Garden 5 Bomayapalayam Road Hospitality 195 4,24,71,000 16 Gokulam 2.7 Beach Hospitality 700 8,23,28,400 17 La Ferme 8.1 AV Main Road industry+residential 161 5,68,06,596 18 New Creation 9.13 AV Main Road Education+hosptality 150 5,96,55,420 19 New Creation Field 1.4 AV Main Road Residential 172 1,04,89,248 20 Protection 1.38 AV Main Road- kuilapalayam Jn. Residential+Hospitality 155 93,17,484 21 Quiet 13.04 Beach Hospitality 750 42,60,16,800 22 Repos 2.6 Beach Hospitality 750 8,49,42,000 23 Samarpana 2.28 Beach Hospitality 750 7,44,87,600 24 Sangamam 3.42 Bomayapalayam Road Residential 200 2,97,95,040 26 Simplicity 1.13 Beach Cultivation 650 3,19,94,820 27 Srima 8.14 Beach Residential 500 1772,89,200 28 Utility 4.25 Bomayapalayam Road Residential 175 3,23,97,750 29 Waves 2.41 Beach Hospitality 600 6,29,87,760 30 Youth Club 0.54 Beach Hospitality 500 117,61,200 Total 300.67 332,77,46,598

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 147 Market No. Properties Area Location Use Market Value Price/ SF

Zone-2 In Rupees

1 Forecomers 122.47 Along The Green Belt Forest (Along The 90 48,01,31,388 Green Belt) 2 New Farm 15 Along The Green Belt Vacant 115 7,51,41,000

3 Ravena 28.8 Along The Green Belt Forest (Along The 75 9,40,89,600 Green Belt) 4 Success 55.4 Along The Green Belt Forest (Along The 75 18,09,91,800 Green Belt) Total 221.67 83,03,53,788 Zone-3 In Rupees 1 Auro-Orchard 43.91 AV Main Road - NH 66 Cultivation 650 124,32,67,740 2 Aurobrindavan 103.7 NH 66 Cultivation 680 307,16,76,960 3 Aranya 56.1 Interior Cultivation 350 85,53,00,600 4 Brihaspati 39.9 Chennai - Pondy By pass Cultivation +recre- 350 60,83,15,400 ational 5 Hermitage 66.7 Interior Hospitality 100 29,05,45,200 6 Sadhana Forest 75.8 Interior Hospitality 100 33,01,84,800 7 Service Farm 15.7 NH 66 Cultivation 600 41,03,35,200 8 Promesse 7.28 NH 66 Residential 680 21,56,39,424 Total 422.19 124,67,04,624

Zone-4 In Rupees

1 Annapoorna 140.6 Koot Road Cultivation 600 367,47,21,600

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 148 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Zone-1 1 Akashwa Akashwa BO 77/10 0.788 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 77/10 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Akashwa BO 177 /4 0.553 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 177 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Akashwa BO 176 /2 1.139 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Akashwa BO 176 /3 0.577 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Akashwa BO 176 /9 0.446 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /9 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Akashwa BO 176 /7 0.571 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /7 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Akashwa BO 176 /0 0.720 NA NA BO 176 /0 NA NA 2 Arc-En-Ciel Arc-En-Ciel BO 142 /4 0.718 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 142 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Arc-En-Ciel BO 142 /3 0.579 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 142 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 3 Arya Arya BO 205 /5 3.044 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 205 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Arya BO 205 /4 1.128 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 205 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Arya BO 207 /9 0.134 NA NA BO 207 /9 NA NA Aspiration Last 4 School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 74/0 11.194 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 74/0 500 Acre Residential Class I Type - II School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 75/0 9.177 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 75/0 500 Acre Residential Class I Type - II School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 82/0 2.781 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 82/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 73/1 6.127 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 73/1 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 73/6 0.421 650000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class III KK 73/6 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 80/1 13.970 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 80/1 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II School Shakthi

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 149 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Aspiration Last KK 73/4b 0.227 NA NA KK 73/4b NA NA School Shakthi Aspiration Last KK 85/0 3.475 NA NA KK 85/0 NA NA School Shakthi 5 Aureka Aureka BO 126 /7 0.849 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 126 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aureka BO 126 /8 0.835 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 126 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aureka KK 67/1 2.512 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 67/1 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 6 Aurelec Aurelec BO 136 /6 0.818 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 136 /6 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aurelec BO 147 /6 0.389 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 147 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Aurelec BO 147 /5 1.350 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 147 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aurelec BO 147 /3 0.715 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 147 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III 7 Auromodele Auromodele BO151/12 0.956 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO151/12 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 151 /4 0.443 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 151 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 151 /3 1.266 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 151 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO151 /2 0.341 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO151 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /1 0.914 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 152 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /7 0.662 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 152 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /2 0.920 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 152 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /6 0.593 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 152 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /5 0.956 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 152 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 152 /4 0.055 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 152 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 163 /1 1.911 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 163 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 175 /2 0.541 197500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class III BO 175 /2 340000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Auromodele BO 155 /8 0.857 0 Acre Agriculture - Government Wasteland BO 155 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO155/10 0.582 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO155/10 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /9 0.669 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /9 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 150 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Units Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Auromodele BO 155 /7 1.243 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /1 0.490 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /2 0.353 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /3 0.494 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /4 0.287 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 155 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 155 /5 0.225 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 155 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /9 1.278 NA NA BO 154 /9 NA NA Auromodele BO 156 /5 0.557 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 156 /4 0.760 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 156 /3 0.956 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 156 /3 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 156 /8 0.742 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 156 /7 1.102 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 156 /1 0.145 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 156 /2 0.114 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 156 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 157 /8 0.557 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 157 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 157 /6 0.762 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 157 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO157 /9 0.452 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO157 /9 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO157/12 0.650 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO157/12 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 157 /3 0.515 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 157 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 157 /2 0.260 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 157 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 157 /1 0.251 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 157 /1 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /4 0.406 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153/12 1.827 458000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III BO153/12 800000 Acre Dry Special Type - II Auromodele BO 153 /9 0.257 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /9 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153/14 0.393 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO153/14 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153/16 0.379 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO153/16 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153 15 0.880 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO153 15 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /5 0.762 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 151 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Auromodele BO 153/3 0.443 50 Sq.Ft Residential Area - Class I BO 153/3 150 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II Auromodele BO 153 /6 0.428 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /2 0.240 NA Acre NA BO 153 /2 NA NA Auromodele BO 153 /7 0.684 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /7 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153/13 0.327 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO153/13 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO153 11 0.459 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO153 11 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /10 0.815 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /10 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /1 0.559 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /1 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /8 0.571 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 153 /8 0.515 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 153 /8 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /2 1.415 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /11 0.536 NA NA BO 149 /11 NA NA Auromodele BO 154 /6 1.474 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /6 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 196 /9 0.859 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 196 /9 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 154 /12 0.791 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 154 /12 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 154 /10 0.401 NA NA BO 154 /10 NA NA Auromodele BO 154 /11 0.367 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 154 /11 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /7 0.298 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Govt. Hindu Religious Charitable Auromodele BO 154 /5 0.789 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /5 0 Lands Auromodele BO 154 /4 0.596 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /3 0.417 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 154 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /1 1.260 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 154 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 154 /2 0.485 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 154 /2 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 176 /4 0.637 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /5 0.656 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 176 /5 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 176 /13 0.452 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /13 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /14 0.642 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 176 /14 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 152 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Auromodele BO 176 /9 0.349 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /9 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /8 0.847 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /8 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /10 0.311 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /10 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /11 0.068 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 176 /11 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 150 /1 2.427 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 150 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /2 1.178 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /8 0.946 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 149 /8 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /7 1.212 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /1 0.486 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO149 /9 1.262 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO149 /9 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /5 0.607 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO149 /6 0.668 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO149 /6 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO149 /4 0.408 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO149 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 150 /2 1.027 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 150 /2 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 150 /4 0.337 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 150 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /7 0.988 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /10 0.710 0 NA BO 149 /10 0 NA Auromodele BO 149 /9 1.521 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /9 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /8 0.143 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 149 /8 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 149 /3 0.769 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 149 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 196 /5 0.991 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 196 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Auromodele BO 151 /4 0.393 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 151 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 151 /3 1.246 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 151 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 176 /5 0.635 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 176 /5 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Auromodele BO 150 /3 2.942 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 150 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Auromodele BO 135 /2 0.416 NA NA BO 135 /2 NA NA Auromodele BO 176 /0 0.948 NA NA BO 176 /0 NA NA Auromodele BO 196 /6 0.669 NA NA BO 196 /6 NA NA Auromodele BO 158 /1 0.576 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 158 /1 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 153 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Auromodele KK 84/1 0.685 0 NA KK 84/1 300 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - III Auromodele KK 84/3A 0.238 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 84/3A 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 8 D’jaima D’jaima BO 197 /3 0.294 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 197 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III D’jaima BO 197 /8 0.458 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 197 /8 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III D’jaima BO 197 /2 2.065 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 197 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III D’jaima BO 194 /2 4.771 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 194 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III D’jaima BO 199 /11 1.169 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 199 /11 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III D’jaima BO 198 /5 1.802 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 198 /5 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III D’jaima BO 200 /6 1.708 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 200 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III D’jaima BO 197 /3 2.144 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 197 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III D’jaima BO 197 /3 0.535 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 197 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 9 Douceur Douceur BO 134 /1 0.841 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 134 /1 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 135 /10 1.574 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 135 /10 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 134 /5 1.302 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 134 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 134 /4 0.339 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 134 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 134 /3 0.104 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 134 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 134 /2 1.529 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 134 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Douceur BO 135 /9 0.739 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 135 /9 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Douceur BO 135 /4 0.487 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 135 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Douceur BO 135 /5 0.512 197500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 135 /5 340000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Douceur BO 135 /6 0.703 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 135 /6 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Douceur BO 135 /3 1.248 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 135 /3 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 10 Eternity Eternity NA 17.899 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 11 Felicity Felicity BO 177 /9 0.964 275000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class II BO 177 /9 450000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - I

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 154 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Felicity BO 177 /11 0.860 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 177 /11 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Felicity BO 174 /2 0.611 NA NA BO 174 /2 NA NA Felicity BO 174 /3 0.537 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 174 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Felicity BO 174 /7 1.596 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 174 /7 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Felicity BO 174 /4 0.669 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 174 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Felicity BO 174 /6 0.713 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 174 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Felicity BO 174 /5 0.892 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 174 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Felicity BO 175 /1 3.266 NA NA BO 175 /1 NA NA 12 Fraternity Fraternity BO 146 /1 0.950 458000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III BO 146 /1 800000 Acre Dry Special Type - II Fraternity BO 136 /1 0.640 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 136 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Fraternity BO 136 /1 1.167 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 136 /1 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Fraternity BO 139 /6 0.225 NA NA BO 139 /6 NA NA NA Fraternity BO 139 /3 0.641 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 139 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 145 /4 2.098 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 145 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 139 /2 1.532 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 139 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 139 /1 0.592 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 139 /1 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 139 /4 7.255 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 139 /4 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 145 /5 2.081 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 145 /5 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 145 /6 0.678 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 145 /6 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III Fraternity BO 198 /2 1.160 0 NA BO 198 /2 0 NA Fraternity BO 140 /4 1.030 0 NA BO 140 /4 0 NA 13 Gaia’s Garden Gaia’s Garden BO 177 /5 2.133 675000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class II BO 177 /5 1100000 Acre Dry Special Type - I Gaia’s Garden BO 177 /1 0.974 NA NA BO 177 /1 NA NA Gaia’s Garden BO 177 /6 0.537 NA NA BO 177 /6 NA NA 14 Gokulam Gokulam KK 118/6 0.195 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 118/6 NA NA

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 155 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Gokulam KK 118/7 0.132 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK118/7 NA NA Gokulam KK118/19A 2.795 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK118/19A 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 15 La Ferme La Ferme KK 71/3 1.594 NA NA KK 71/3 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II La Ferme KK 77/2 6.492 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 77/2 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II 16 New Creation New Creation BO 140 /1 2.125 458000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III BO 140 /1 800000 Acre Dry Special Type - II New Creation BO 140 /3 0.534 458000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III BO 140 /3 800000 Acre Dry Special Type - II New Creation BO 145 /2 1.251 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 145 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III New Creation BO 145 /3 1.424 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 145 /3 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III New Creation BO 140 /2 2.570 NA NA BO 140 /2 NA NA New Creation 17 Field New Creation BO 144 /6 1.394 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 144 /6 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Field 18 Protection Protection BO 136 /9 0.342 35 Sq.Ft Residential Area - Class I BO 136 /9 NA NA Protection BO 136 /10 0.655 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 136 /10 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Protection BO 136 /11 0.401 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 136 /11 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 19 Quiet Quiet KK 129/1 2.701 NA NA KK 129/1 NA NA Quiet KK 129/0 2.495 NA NA KK 129/0 NA NA Quiet KK 129/3B 0.527 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 129/3B 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II Quiet KK 129/2 3.662 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 129/2 NA NA 20 Repos Repos KK 117/20 3.928 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 117/20 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 21 Samarpana Samarpana KK118/19A 2.851 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK118/19A 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 22 Sangamam

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 156 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Sangamam BO 190 /13 1.154 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 190 /13 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Sangamam BO 190 /9 2.451 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 190 /9 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Sangamam BO 190 /12 0.244 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 190 /12 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Sangamam BO 191 /7 0.395 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 191 /7 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 23 Simplicity Simplicity BO 372 /4 0.245 15 Sq.Ft Residential Area - Most Backward area BO 372 /4 100 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - III Simplicity BO 372 /3 0.755 NA NA BO 372 /3 NA NA Simplicity BO 370 /2 0.131 15 Sq.Ft Residential Area - Most Backward area BO 370 /2 100 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - III 24 Utility Utility BO 191 /4 0.806 107500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 191 /4 300000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Utility BO 192 /3 0.545 197500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 192 /3 340000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Utility BO 192 /4 0.452 197500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I BO 192 /4 340000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Utility BO 192 /2 2.686 308000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I BO 192 /2 600000 Acre Dry Special Type - III 25 Waves Waves KK 117/20 1.398 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 117/20 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II 26 Happiness Happiness BO 174 /9 0.413 458000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III BO 174 /9 800000 Acre Dry Special Type - II Happiness BO 174 /8 0.388 NA NA BO 174 /8 NA NA 27 Youth Camp Youth Camp KK18/19A 0.542 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK18/19A 500 Sq.Ft Residential Class I Type - II Zone-2 28 Forecomers Forecomers KK 22/0 2.107 400000 Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 22/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 23/0 12.549 400000 Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 23/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 18/2 1.397 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 18/2 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 18/5 0.722 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 18/5 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 18/6 1.080 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 18/6 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 18/3 3.855 NA NA KK 18/3 NA NA Forecomers KK 19/1 1.515 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 19/1 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 157 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Forecomers KK 19/2 2.184 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 19/2 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 19/3 2.525 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 19/3 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 19/4 1.452 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 19/4 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 19/5 0.825 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 19/5 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 20/1 0.926 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 20/1 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 20/3 3.732 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 20/3 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 20/2 2.717 NA NA KK 20/2 NA NA Forecomers KK 21/1 1.903 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/1 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/2 0.420 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/2 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/3 3.330 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/3 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/4 1.722 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/4 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/7 0.560 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/7 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/6 0.551 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/6 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 21/5 0.329 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 21/5 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 26/2 7.349 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 26/2 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 28/2 5.246 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 28/2 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 29/5 1.545 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 29/5 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 29/6 0.628 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 29/6 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 37/9 0.820 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 37/9 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 37/1 0.453 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 37/1 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 36/2 0.868 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 36/2 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forecomers KK 28/4 5.372 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 28/4 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers kk 18/4 1.019 NA NA kk 18/4 NA NA Forecomers kk 20/2 2.955 NA NA kk 20/2 NA NA Forecomers kk 29/7 0.533 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I kk 29/7 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forecomers KK 26/1 0.525 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 26/1 0 Govt. Others 29 Ravena Wet well irrigation Single Crop Ravena KK 260/0 11.732 533000 Acre Wet - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 260/0 1300000 Acre Type - III Ravena KK 30/6 0.877 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 30/6 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 158 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Wet well irrigation Single Crop Ravena KK 262/1 2.076 533000 Acre Wet - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 262/1 1300000 Acre Type - III Wet well irrigation Single Crop Ravena KK 258/1 1.457 533000 Acre Wet - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 258/1 1300000 Acre Type - III Wet well irrigation Single Crop Ravena KK 259/0 2.885 533000 Acre Agriculture - Government Wasteland KK 259/0 1300000 Acre Type - III Ravena KK 29/8 4.047 NA NA kk 29/8 NA NA 30 Success Success KK 7/0 14.033 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 7/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 8/0 7.759 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 8/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 11/0 6.346 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 11/0 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 3/2 9.685 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 3/2 NA NA Success KK 6/4 0.622 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 6/4 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 6/7 0.565 650000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class III KK 6/7 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 9/1 0.805 229000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I KK 9/1 600000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Success KK 9/3 1.515 400000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I KK 9/3 1600000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Success KK 9/4 0.505 NA NA KK 9/4 NA NA Success KK 9/2 5.191 NA NA KK 9/2 NA NA Success TH 203/0 5.151 NA NA TH 203/0 NA NA

Zone-3 31 Aranya Aranya PU 292/0 13.379 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 292/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 289/4 0.355 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 289/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 265/10 2.379 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 265/10 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 263/1 1.257 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 263/2 0.849 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 263/4 1.199 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 285/0 1.546 NA NA PU 285/0 NA NA

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 159 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Aranya PU 287/4 1.281 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 287/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 287/5 0.587 NA NA PU 287/5 NA NA Aranya PU 293/2 0.367 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 293/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 288/4 0.455 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 288/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 288/3 18.424 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 288/3 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 293/3 1.365 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 293/3 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 299/1 0.575 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 299/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 284/18 0.859 100000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class III PU 284/18 175000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Aranya PU 263/9 0.741 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/9 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 293/4 1.210 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 293/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 288/2 1.917 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 288/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 293/1 0.274 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 293/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 263/5 2.935 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/5 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 263/5 0.553 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 263/5 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 289/7 1.634 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 289/7 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 289/7 0.762 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 289/7 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Aranya PU 289/6 0.061 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 289/6 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 32 Auro Orchard Auro Orchard TH 183/0 12.509 0 Acre Agriculture - Government Wasteland TH 183/0 0 Govt. Salai Auro Orchard TH 185/0 30.551 0 Acre Agriculture - Government Wasteland TH 185/0 250000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II 33 Aurobrindavan Aurobrindavan TH 219/1 0.970 30 Sq.Ft Residential Area - Most Backward area TH 219/1 75 Sq.Ft Residential Class II Type - I Wet Lake irrigation Single Crop Aurobrindavan TH 164/3 1.512 0 Agriculture - Government Wasteland TH 164/3 250000 Acre Type - III Aurobrindavan TH 164/1 2.925 NA NA TH 164/1 NA NA Aurobrindavan TH 175/2 86.932 0 Agriculture - Government Wasteland TH 175/2 250000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Aurobrindavan TH 165/5 0.535 101500 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I TH 165/5 250000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Aurobrindavan TH 166/4a 8.083 101500 Acre Wet - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I TH 166/4a 250000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 160 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Aurobrindavan TH 165/8 2.461 0 Agriculture - Government Wasteland TH 165/8 250000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II 34 Brihaspati Brihaspati IR 104/0 4.144 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 104/0 550000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Brihaspati IR 113/1 2.199 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 113/1 550000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Brihaspati IR 116/1 1.215 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 116/1 550000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Brihaspati IR 113/3 4.238 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 113/3 550000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Brihaspati IR 103/1 12.276 NA NA IR 103/1 NA Acre NA Brihaspati IR 111/4 1.025 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 111/4 0 Govt. Salai Brihaspati IR 110/7 4.665 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 110/7 0 Govt. Salai Brihaspati IR 102/4 0.553 298500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I IR 102/4 550000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III 35 Hermitage Hermitage PU 202/0 10.770 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 202/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 203/0 5.272 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 203/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 204/3 0.700 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 204/3 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 204/4 0.718 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 204/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 204/5 1.322 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 204/5 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 234/0 1.163 NA NA PU 234/0 NA NA NA Hermitage PU 236/2 0.493 59500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PU 236/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Hermitage PU 236/4 27.516 100000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class III PU 236/4 175000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II 36 New Farm New Farm PA 81/ 30.923 NA NA PA 81/ 0 NA 37 Promesse Promesse PA 41/5 2.291 25 Sq.Ft Residental Area- Most Backward Area PA 41/5 100 Sq.Ft Residential Class II Type - II Dry Abutting National Highways Promesse PA 51/1 2.525 402500 Acre Dry-Special type of Land - Class III PA 51/1 2100000 Sq.Ft Type - I

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 161 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Sadhana 38 Forest Sadhana PA 3/4 0.696 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 3/4 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 4/2 0.554 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 4/2 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 4/3 4.273 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 4/3 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 6/2 3.216 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 6/2 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 6/3 1.147 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 6/3 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 7/1 1.421 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 7/1 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 7/4 1.865 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 7/4 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 7/5 1.314 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 7/5 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 7/6 0.446 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 7/6 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 8/ 0.404 NA NA PA 8/ NA NA Forest Sadhana PA 8/ 0.546 NA NA PA 8/ NA NA Forest Sadhana PA 31/4 0.344 154000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I PA 31/4 300000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 31/3 0.738 0 Agriculture - Government Wasteland PA 31/3 300000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 31/2 15.730 154000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I PA 31/2 300000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 31/1 2.654 154000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I PA 31/1 300000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 184/3 0.991 120000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I PA 184/3 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 162 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Sadhana PA 184/4 1.018 120000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I PA 184/4 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 184/2 4.505 120000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I PA 184/2 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 5/ 8.969 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 5/ 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 4/1 1.428 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 4/1 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 4/1 2.433 150000 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PA 4/1 310000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - II Forest Sadhana PA 26/5 0.572 250000 Acre Dry - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class II PA 26/5 NA NA Forest Sadhana NA 0.000 NA NA NA NA NA Forest 39 Service Farm Service Farm PA 40/2 7.540 402500 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class III PA 40/2 1250000 Acre Dry Special Type - II Service Farm TH 221/3 7.255 30 Sq.Ft Wet - Well/Borewell irrigation - Class I TH 221/3 75 Sq.Ft Residential Class II Type - I Zone-4 40 Annapoorna Annapoorna PP 371/0 8.606 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 371/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 373/0 4.166 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 373/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 375/0 11.918 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 375/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 378/0 5.028 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 378/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 393/0 11.432 0 NA PP 393/0 NA NA Annapoorna PP 386/0 3.049 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 386/0 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 383/0 5.373 NA NA PP 383/0 NA NA Annapoorna PP 388/0 10.991 NA NA PP 388/0 NA NA Annapoorna PP 385/2 0.483 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 385/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 392/4 1.647 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 392/4 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 392/2 20.248 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 392/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 163 Guideline Values 2007-2012 (Contd.)

Area (in Guideline Value Guideline S.No Property Survey No Acre Classification 2007 Survey No Unit Land Classification (2012) acres) (2007) Value 2012 Annapoorna PP 390/1 7.346 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 390/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 385/1 16.348 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 385/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 381/1 1.084 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 381/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 381/3 11.127 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 381/3 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 382/3 3.476 100000 Acre Dry - Special type of Land - Class I PP 382/3 200000 Acre Dry Well irrigaiton Type - I Annapoorna PP 400/1 6.560 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 400/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 399/1 0.539 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 399/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 395/2 8.677 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 395/2 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III Annapoorna PP 395/1 1.580 52500 Acre Dry - Rainfed - Class I PP 395/1 150000 Acre Dry Maanavari Lands Type - III

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area September, 2012 164 List of Encroached Lands

SI.No Land Location Revenue Villages R.S.No Encroached by Acreage Name 1 AV land in Kuilapalayam Bommayarpalayam 131/17,18 Amman statue 0.26 2 Bommayarpalayam 129 Sarasu, Kuilayapalayam 0.018 3 AV land in Kuilapalayam (Opt Bommayarpalayam 137/1B Encroached by Murugan 0.02 to AV bakery) 7 Beach side kottakuppam 117,118,121,122 7.5 8 Near beach kottakuppam 122/2 0.62 9 Next to Wave kottakuppam 114/2 people from periyamudaliyar chavadi 0.25 10 Near Beach kottakuppam 121/2,5 0.74 11 Near Beach kottakuppam 121/4,1 0.2 12 Near Beach kottakuppam 121/7,8 0.4 13 kottakuppam 73/4B segar kuilapalayam 0.4 14 AV Land in Kottakuppam kottakuppam 83/3 Boominathan s\o Pavadai, kuilappalayam 0.1 15 AV Land in Kottakuppam kottakuppam 83/4 built a temple for shakti godess 0.3 16 Pappanchavadi village pullichapallam 460 0.83 17 Pappanchavadi village pullichapallam 461 1.19 18 Pappanchavadi village pullichapallam 445/1 3.2 19 Pappanchavadi village pullichapallam 445/2 1.31 20 Pappanchavadi village pullichapallam 458/1 people from papanchavadi 7.24

Total 29.358 Out of Master Plan Area 24.82

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 165 Existing, Planned Large- scale developments: Auroville and surrounding areas

Project Name Swarnabhoomi Location East Coast Road (ECR), mid-way between Chennai and Puducherry Distance from Auroville 62.9 km, 1 hour 4 mins Development Type Infrastructure,Industries,Education, Homes Details Eco-friendly and energy efficient technologies Project Size 1,000 acres. BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES Business development& Marketing IT-ITES Office Spaces Benefits to IT/ITES companies&Benefits to IT/ITES employees Website adDress http://www.margswarnabhoomi.com project name sree nivas (Sree Nivas Towers HAC Circle, Pondicherry) Location Ariyankuppam, Pondicherry Distance from Auroville 6 km from Pondicherry beach. Development Type Residential Developments Details na ongoing project Sree Nivas Towers - HAC Circle,Sree Nivas Integrated Township, Sree Nivas Gardens conpleted projects Sree Nivas Towers - Kathirkamam Sree Nivas Towers - Nethaji Nagar Sree Nivas Towers - Oulgaret Sree Nivas Towers - Ambiga Circle Sree Nivas Gardens - Gaffour Nagar Sree Nivas Gardens - Manapet Sree Nivas Towers - Ilaiyavar Gardens, Project Size 3.35 acres (146228 sq. ft.) Website address sreenivasbuildtech.com Project Name Ocean Spray Rooms and villas # 7, 8, 9 E.C.R. Main Road, Manjakuppam, Tamilnadu - 604 303. East Coast Road, Pondicherry. Website address oceanspary.in Project Name Anuragha Township

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 166 Navasakthi Townships Developers Private Limited Distance from Auroville 8 kms from Cuddalore Project Size on the ECR Details Periyakattupalayam Village Location East Coast Road (Pondicherry - Cuddalore) Hamlet of Madalapattu, Cuddalore Dist. Website address http://www.navasakthi.com/ JENO Maran Group of Companies Type Costruction cum Consulting Heritage conservation works, re-construction and rehabilitation of old heritage buildings. Dr. Tamby House,Chinnaya Mudaliar House etc Future Projects 7-Unit appartment at Aruthra Nagar, puducherry. 14-Unit appartment at Ramakrishna Nagar, puducherry. 14-unit Apartment at Jeeva rukmani Nagar,100′ road ,Pudhucherry. 11 unit Apartment near Sankara Vidyalaya Higher Sec. School, Pudhucherry. Mrs. Geetha Padmanathan three storeyed residential building at Reddiarpalayam, Pu- ducherry. Nehru Nesan two storeyed residential building at Jawahar Nagar Puducherry.Gated com- munity for 32 units at kamban nagar, puducherry. Kamatchi Amman Kovil St, Puducherry, Pondicherry Project Name Special Tourism Zone Location Manapet Distance 14.8 km from Pondicherry Size 35 Hectares Project Name Srinivas Integrated Township Size 1353600 Sq. Ft. Location Vaishnavipuram, Thavalakuppam Distance 9.5 km from Pondicherry bus stand Development Type Residential Development Sree Nivas Gardens Size 590610 Sq. Ft. Development Type Residential Development Location Gaffour Nagar Ext, NH-45 A 5 kms from central bus stand Purple Lakeview Location Koonimedu, Pondicherry–Chennai ECR highway,2 kilometers after the Pondicherry toll gate

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 167 Distance from Auroville 13 km Development Type Studio Apartments Details Project Size 515 sq. ft, 60 units Website address purpleapartments.com Purple Sea-View Location Panichamedu, ECR, locted a kilometre ahead of the toll gate Distance from Auroville 16 km Development Type Studio Apartments Details Project Size 515 sq. ft, 60 units Website address purpleapartments.com Jersey Villas Location Auroville Development Type Hitech Model Tent houses Details Website address jerseyvillas.com Leelaland Homes Location B/h Puducherry Central Bus Stand Distance from Auroville 13 km Development Type Residential Apartments

Project Size 1.4-acre development of a 10-acre property Website address adreya.com Serene Pelican Location Pinnachikuppam Village, Pondicherry Distance from Auroville 10 km Development Type Retirement Villas and Group Housing for senior citizens Website address covaiprop.com

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 168 C. Interviews and Site Survey Details List of People Interviewed: • http://www.makaan.com/properties/RP1841405 Interview Questionnaire • http://www.99acres.com/Residential-Land-in-NEAR- PIMS-Pondicherry-for-Sale-spid-Y5907321 The following questions were asked during the Mr. Nagender Rao, Confederation of Indian Industry, Puducherry • http://pondicherry.click.in/classified/real- telephonic interviews conducted as part of the data estate/land-plots/residential-land-for-sale- compilation phase: Dr. Mano, Chief Planner, MARG Developers, Chennai Mr. Bhuwaneshvaran, Junior Town Planner, Government kalapet-3182205.html • http://pondicherrycity.olx.in/land-iid-355973185 1. From a real estate development perspective, what of Puducherry Adreya Properties, Pondicherry • http://viluppuram.olx.in/12000-20000-beachside- do you think are Pondicherry’s strong/growing land-for-sale-near-kottakuppam-near-pondicherry- sectors? Mr. Hariharan, IND Sports, Chennai Mr. Gaurav Wahi, Vice-President, Jones Long La Salle, iid-300327205 New Delhi • http://www.99acres.com/Residential-Land-in- 2. What is the existing customer base for the Kottakuppam-Pondicherry-for-Sale-spid-G6013805 new residential/commercial development in Property Market Values: List of Sources • http://www.makaan.com/properties/CL382181 Pondicherry? Is it from: • http://pondicherrycity.olx.in/auro-green-garden- • Within Pondicherry • http://pondicherry.click.in/classified/real-estate/land- iid-117880552 • Migration from rural areas • http://mumbai.globeslist.co.in/Moratandi--- • Second-home buyers plots/residential-land-for-sale-kalapet-3203372.html • http://pondicherry.click.in/classified/real-estate/ Toll-gate-Thiruchitrambalam-Main-Road-Vanur- houses-flats-sale/5-bhk-house-for-sale- Taluk-91523.html 3. Compared to other similar sized cities such as • http://www.keerthanaproperties.com/plot.php Rajkot, Chandigarh, Goa, Bhopal, Coimbatore(and bommairpalayam-3087794.html • http://pondicherrycity.olx.in/guest-house-for-sale-in- • http://pondicherry.quikr.com/plot-for-sale-in- other tier II cities), why has Pondicherry not yet auroville-W0QQAdIdZ82691834 surfaced on one development radar? pondicherry-iid-245408777#comments-box • http://pondicherry.click.in/classified/real- • http://tindivanam.olx.in/moratandi-toll-gate- estate/land-plots/residential-land-for-sale- thiruchitrambalam-main-road-vanur-taluk- 4. What do you think will be the future development iid-158243205 scenario for Pondicherry and the surrounding bommairpalayam-3351963.html • http://pondyrealestate.wordpress.com/sale- • http://pondicherry.quikr.com/Land-for- areas? Are there any major developments planned sale-in-Pattannur-Vanur-Near-Gorimedu- that will impact the current market? properties-by-kka-real-estate/unique-auroville- property-with-pool/ W0QQAdIdZ81581041 • http://pondicherry.quikr.com/plot-for-sale-near- 5. Analysis of the current property values in • http://pondicherry.quikr.com/Land-for-sale-in-a- gated-community-near-Auroville-Pondicherry- pondicherry-W0QQAdIdZ82982629 Pondicherry Boulevard Town/Lawspet/ECR/ • http://pondicherry.indiadynamics.com/8_ Cuddalore Road/JIMPER shows a large W0QQAdIdZ85148986 • http://www.propertywala.com/aroma-gardens- Pondicherry/posts/1_Real_Estate/4_Plots_and_ overinflated bubble with rates comparable to Delhi/ Land/831432_Farm_House_Land_For_Sale_At_ Chennai in some cases? Why is that? Do you think pondicherry • http://www.99acres.com/Residential-Land-in- Nalla_Farm_House_Near_Pondicherr.html this is a real estate ‘bubble’ and will it come of • http://www.99acres.com/property-Residential- itself? Irumbai-Pondicherry-for-Sale-spid-B6167349 • http://www.baapkamaal.com/ad/mother-farms-land- Land-in-Kalapet-Pondicherry-for-Sale-spid- D6232177?from_src=nestoria 6. What are the growth areas in Pondicherry and what plots-for-sale/ kind of development types is it attracting? • http://www.makaan.com/properties/RP1841419 • http://pondicherry.quikr.com/3-acres-land-for-sale-in- List of People Interviewed for Market Prices very-near-to-Auroville-European-Town-Pondicherry- • Ganesh, Kuilappalayam, Broker- 9486908054 7. With statistics such as one of the highest GDP/ • Ramamurthi, Kottakuppam, Auro mother properties highest per capita incomes in the country, why W0QQAdIdZ82219289 • http://pondicherrycity.olx.in/land-18-000-sft-suitable- • Saravanan, Karuvadikuppam, Keerthana properties is Pondicherry lagging behind in attracting key • K.R.Veerapillai, Broker investors? for-farmhouse-behind-pondy-university-kalapet- iid-319167151 • Tamilvanan, Irumbai , Broker- 9443236970 • http://www.ompropertyinfo.com/index.php?action=li • Anandan, Pondicherrry, Broker, 9345450014 stingview&listingID=226

LAND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN for lands owned by Auroville outside the City and Greenbelt Area URBANnetworks Urban Development Consultants September, 2012 170 Site Visit Schedule May-12 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 30 1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1. Annapoorna 1. Annapoorna 1. Annapoorna 1. Annapoorna 1. Annapoorna - Amit - Amit - Amit Amit - Amit - Rakesh - - Rakesh - Rakesh - Rakesh - Shalabh - Rakesh - Shalabh - Shalabh - Shalabh - Shalabh - Vinoth - Vinoth - Vinoth

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1. Sadhna 1. Auro-Orchard 1. Aranya 1. Brihaspati 1. Mango Field 1. Success Forest 2. Auroannam - Rakesh, Shalabh, - Rakesh, Shalabh, - Amit, Sagnik, Joy - Amit, Sagnik, Joy Vinoth Vinoth - Whole Group of 6 3. Aurobrindavan 2. Ravena 2. Service Farm 2. Hermitage - Rakesh, Shalabh, Vinoth members - Whole Group 2. Service Farm - Rakesh, Shalabh, - Amit, Sagnik, Joy Vinoth 3. Promesse

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1. Auromodele 1. Eternity 1. Aspiration 1. D'Jaima 1. Quiet 6. Gokulam Data - Amit, Sagnik, Joy 2. Simplicity 2. Doucer 2. Akashwa 2. Repos 7. New Compilation, 2. Shakti - Amit, Sagnik, Joy - Amit, Sagnik - Rakesh, Vinoth 3. Samarpana Creation Field Review - Rakesh, Shalabh, 3. La Ferme 3. Arc-En-Ciel Vinoth 3. Fraternity 4. Sangaman 8. Protection 4. Aurolec 4. Aurolec 4. New Creation 5. Youth Club 9. Utility - Rakesh, Vinoth 5. Happiness - Sagnik, Joy, 5. Arya 10. Waves - Rakesh, Shalabh, 5. Aureka - Shalabh, Joy, Vinoth - Rakesh, Shalabh Vinoth 6. Felicity Sagnik

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