Central Act
The Delhi Development Act, 1957
An Act to provide for the development of Delhi according to plan and for matters ancillary thereto.
| Act number | 61 of 1957 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1957-12-27 |
| In force from | 1957-12-30 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs |
| Sections | 72 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
Other Acts of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- The National Capital Territory of Delhi (Recognition of Property Rights of Residents in Unauthorised Colonies) Act, 2019
- The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.
- The Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014
- The National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second Act, 2011
- The Metro Railways (Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2002
- The Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Repeal Act, 1999
- The Delhi Apartment Ownership Act, 1986
- The National Capital Region Planning Board Act, 1985
Questions this page answers
When did the The Delhi Development Act, 1957 come into force?
It came into force on 1957-12-30, having been enacted on 1957-12-27.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
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