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Delhi Development Act, 1957

Establishes the Delhi Development Authority and the framework for Delhi's master and zonal plans.

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Why it matters. The master plan for Delhi is made and modified under this Act. The MPD-2047 notification of 20 August 2026 records that the Central Government approved the plan under Section 11-A(2) of this Act, after the draft was published for objections under Section 11-A(3).

Amendments and related instruments

Master Plan for Delhi 2047 (notified 20 Aug 2026) made under Section 11-A.