The Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority (MVDA) is moving ahead with a major new township at Chhata in Mathura district. MVDA’s official communication describes it as its biggest residential scheme in about 18 years. The proposed Chhata Awasiya Yojna covers around 117 hectares, with land acquisition now substantially advanced.
Current reports state that 102 hectares have already been acquired, while acquisition of the remaining land is continuing. Around 350 farmers have reportedly given consent for the project.
However, buyers should understand one thing clearly:
The township is moving towards launch, but public registration has not opened yet.
No official brochure containing final plot sizes, prices, application dates or allotment terms has been released publicly so far.
What is the MVDA Chhata Awasiya Yojna?
The Chhata project is being planned as a mixed residential and commercial township, rather than only a small residential plot scheme.
The development process was initiated around September 2024 on approximately 117 hectares near the Delhi–Agra National Highway corridor. Land acquisition accelerated significantly during 2026, taking the acquired area to around 102 hectares.
The project is being developed to create a larger planned urban settlement with housing, commercial activity and supporting social infrastructure.
Current project status
| Particular | Current information |
|---|---|
| Authority | Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority |
| Scheme | Chhata Awasiya Yojna |
| Proposed area | Approx. 117 hectares |
| Land acquired | Approx. 102 hectares |
| Farmer consent reported | Around 350 farmers |
| Project type | Mixed residential and commercial township |
| Public registration | Not open yet |
| Final brochure | Not released yet |
Official DPR process confirms the project is moving ahead
One of the strongest official confirmations comes from the Uttar Pradesh Government e-Procurement portal.
MVDA floated a Request for Proposal for appointing a consultant to prepare the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Mixed / Residential Land Use Project for Chhata Awasiya Yojna, Mathura.
The official tender details are:
Tender Reference:Â 11/MVDA/2026-27
Tender ID:Â 2026_UPMVD_1158452_1.
This is important because a DPR typically defines the detailed planning framework required before a township can move towards final implementation.
What could be developed inside the Chhata township?
According to statements attributed to MVDA Vice-Chairperson Lakshmi Nagappan, the proposed township is expected to include a mix of:
- Residential plots
- Commercial plots
- Group housing
- EWS housing/plots
- Schools and colleges
- Hotels
- Supermarkets
- Hospitals
- Shopping complexes
- Community facilities
Earlier reporting also referred to supporting infrastructure such as roads, sewage treatment, rainwater harvesting and other modern township facilities.
This makes Chhata more than a conventional plotted development. The concept is for a self-contained planned township with residential, commercial and community uses together.
Why is the Chhata location important?
The proposed township is located near the Delhi–Agra National Highway corridor, giving it regional road connectivity. Reports also highlight its proximity to important Braj destinations including Kokilavan Shani Dham, Barsana and Nandgaon.
That combination gives the scheme two possible demand drivers:
Residential demand:Â people looking for planned housing in the wider Mathura region.
Tourism-linked development:Â commercial, hospitality and supporting services linked to the Braj religious-tourism circuit.
However, buyers should evaluate the scheme based on the final approved layout, infrastructure and pricing, rather than location claims alone.
Is registration open for MVDA Chhata Housing Scheme?
No official public registration window has been announced yet.
As of the latest available information, MVDA has not publicly released final details regarding:
- Number of residential plots
- Plot sizes
- Price per sq metre
- Registration amount
- EMD
- Application opening date
- Application closing date
- Draw or auction method
- Payment schedule
Therefore, any social-media post claiming that Chhata plots can already be booked should be verified directly against MVDA before making payment.
What should buyers wait for?
Before deciding whether the Chhata scheme is attractive, five pieces of information will matter most:
1. Final layout
The exact location of residential, commercial and group-housing parcels.
2. Plot sizes
Whether MVDA offers smaller affordable plots, larger premium plots or multiple categories.
3. Official price
The authority’s final allotment rate will determine whether the scheme is competitively priced against private developments around Mathura.
4. Allotment method
Buyers need to know whether properties will be allotted through a lottery, auction or another process.
5. Infrastructure timeline
Roads, water, sewerage, electricity and social infrastructure will ultimately determine the township’s real usability.
How significant is the project for Mathura real estate?
The Chhata scheme is significant primarily because of its scale and level of progress.
A 117-hectare planned township with 102 hectares already acquired is materially different from a preliminary proposal where land is still unidentified.
The Uttar Pradesh government has also been supporting new township development in the Mathura region. Earlier in 2026, Chhata and Rahimpur were identified as two planned township locations for Mathura under a wider western Uttar Pradesh housing push.
For buyers, however, the key trigger will be the official MVDA launch, not merely the planning announcement.
The MVDA Chhata Housing Scheme 2026 is moving closer to becoming one of Mathura’s major new planned townships.
The strongest confirmed developments are:
117 hectares proposed
102 hectares already acquired
Around 350 farmers’ consent reported
Official DPR consultant process initiated
Residential + commercial + group housing + community infrastructure proposed.
But the scheme is not open for public applications yet.
For prospective buyers, the next important update will be the release of the official layout, brochure, plot sizes, prices and registration dates.
Until then, this should be treated as a coming-soon MVDA township, not an open plot scheme.
Sources:-
- MVDA Official Announcement — Chhata Awasiya Yojna
View the official Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority post
This is the strongest official announcement confirming the Chhata residential scheme. - Government of Uttar Pradesh e-Procurement — Official DPR Tender
View the official Chhata Awasiya Yojna DPR tender
Tender Ref:Â 11/MVDA/2026-27
Tender ID:Â 2026_UPMVD_1158452_1
This officially confirms MVDA’s consultant/DPR process for the mixed/residential land-use project at Chhata. - Hindustan — Chhata Housing Scheme / Land Acquisition Update
Read the Hindustan report - Amar Ujala — Mathura Townships and Chhata Scheme Progress, 3 August 2026
Read the Amar Ujala report
This report confirms the 117-hectare target for Chhata and discusses proposed township facilities. - Times of India — UP Government Funding for Western UP Townships
Read the Times of India report
This provides the state-level background confirming that two township projects were planned for Mathura as part of the western UP housing push.
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