PRAYAGRAJ, March 29 -- As part of efforts to safeguard monuments of religious, cultural and historical significance, the recently approved Master Plan 2031 of the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) proposes designating areas around these sites as Heritage Zones. To ensure their protection, specific restrictions will be enforced, including construction bans based on proximity to heritage structures and old buildings.

According to the plan, no construction will be allowed within 50 feet of the entire plot of a historical site. Between 50 and 100 feet, only single-story buildings will be permitted, while two-story constructions will be allowed between 100 and 150 feet. Buildings within the 150 to 250 feet range must not exceed three floo...