The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Body, also known as GLADA, is a special designated urban development authority in Ludhiana in Punjab, India. The authority was established for the planned development in the Ludhiana city.
GLADA full form
The full form of GLADA is Greater Ludhiana Area Development Body.
GLADA: Objectives and functions
- The body’s goal is to bring about a logical, comprehensive, integrated, and orderly growth in Punjab by increasing the planning, development, administration, and delivery capabilities of the urban centres in the province.
- Within the MC boundaries, the authority has a mission to plan, develop, re-structure, and beautify those urban estates that have not been turned over to the LMC for management and development.
- It is also responsible for the general development and upkeep of commercial pockets inside the urban estates.
- Aside from this, the Authority is also tasked with the task of coming up with innovative designs for designated areas. Without the engagement of its members, no organisation will be able to fulfil its stated goal.
E-services offered by GLADA
Check out this list of services offered by GLADA on its official site https://glada.gov.in/en
A broad variety of public and municipal development projects are being undertaken by GLADA. The following are some of the most essential links on the website:
GLADA e-auctions
GLADA conducts online auctions to enable customers to acquire properties from a variety of listed alternatives, including:
- Multiplex/ multi-speciality hospital/ other hospital site /hotel site/ nursing home sites/ group housing sites /school sites and other chunk sites
- Single storey shops
- Residential plots
The intended bidders must deposit the refundable/adjustable eligibility fee specified which must be paid in advance online through the e-auction platform and is totally refundable/adjustable. Once all criteria and requirements have been completed, the authority will publish the winners’ list on the website.
GLADA: How to check e-water bills online?
Users can check their water bill amount and pay accordingly through the GLADA website.
- Visit the official website of GLADA
- Go to the ‘E-Services’ section
- Select ‘E-Waterbill’ from the list of options
- You will be redirected to Punjab Urban Planning and Development Authority’s website
- Now select your location, phase, and property number.
- Finally, proceed to payment.
Checklist for water supply connection
Documents that the Applicant is expected to provide:
- Completed and certified application form by a licensed plumber.
- Attested copy of GPA (if applicable)
- Copy of the letter of plot allotment
- Copy of the building plans that have been approved
- Charges for road cuts (if applicable)
- Water charges associated with construction
- Copy of the demarcation letter issued by the appropriate authorities
GLADA: Property related online payments
How to make online payments
Step 1
Visit the official website of GMADA at http://gmada.gov.in.
Step 2
On the right side of the main page, click the ‘e-Payment’ option.
Step 3
Enter the Allottee User ID and Password as provided. If the Allottee does not remember his or her user ID/password, it can be acquired through SMS by choosing the ‘Know your UPN and Password’ option in the login box. For authentication purposes, the allottee will submit the name and Letter of Intent/allotment number. Additionally, the allottee will submit his cell phone number to get SMS alerts about the password.
Step 4
Following successful submission, the allottee will be presented with the following alternatives. The allottee may pick only one option at a time.
- Pay Now: To complete the online payment
- My information: Allottees can examine and update their personal information, such as their cellphone number and email address, to get all types of SMS and email notifications about their property.
- View Ledger: The allottee has full access to the property’s information.
- Change Password: The allottee can modify his or her current password.
Regularisation of unauthorised colonies
Regularisation of plots/buildings that are part of unregistered colonies have been implemented by the Government of Punjab to give basic amenities to their occupants and to put the unlawful colonies into a planned framework.
Steps for submitting application
Offline mode
- Step 1: Application forms can be downloaded from the website www.punjabregularization.in or collected from Sewa Kendras/HDFC bank.
- Step 2: Manually complete the application form and send it to the local Sewa Kendra/HDFC Bank along with the requisite papers (8 copies for colonies and 4 copies for plots/buildings).
- Step 3: The applicant can pay by credit card, debit card, net banking, point of sale, or by demand draft made payable to Chief Administrator PUDA.
- Step 4: Collect the receipt for the uploaded file, which will include a computer-generated application number.
Online mode
- Step 1: To apply online, please visit www.punjabregularization.in and click on the ‘Apply Online’ button.
- Step 2: Register for an account and pick the right option:
- Applied under new policy
- Applied under previous policy
- Step 3: Complete the application form and attach any necessary documents.
- Step 4: Make the required payment through credit card, debit card, or net banking.
- Step 5: Take a copy of the completed application form and receipt from the website and submit it to the closest Sewa Kendra/Hdfc Bank along with the requisite papers (8 copies for Colonies and 4 copies for Plots/Buildings).
GLADA contact information
Address: Glada Complex, Near Rajguru Nagar, Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana – 141001
Contact: 0161-2457469, 2460924, 2460804
Email: gladaldh@yahoo.com