GCZMA asks to delete Carmona land from CRZ in latest CZMP maps

The Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) has submitted a formal petition to the state government seeking the exclusion of Carmona land from the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) as depicted in the recently revised Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) maps. The request targets the specific parcel of land identified as Carmona, which is currently classified under CRZ regulations that restrict certain types of development. GCZMA argues that the present classification does not reflect the ground realities and seeks a re‑classification that would lift the regulatory constraints. The authority has asked the relevant department to amend the CZMP maps accordingly, which would require approval from the state’s coastal zone management committee. No further details on the timeline or the next steps have been disclosed.

The move comes amid a broader review of coastal zone boundaries across Gujarat, where authorities are reassessing land use designations to align with evolving development plans and environmental guidelines. Stakeholders, including local residents and environmental groups, are expected to be consulted as part of the standard procedural framework for any amendment to CRZ status. The outcome of GCZMA’s request will determine whether Carmona land remains under the stringent CRZ regime or is re‑designated for alternative uses.

If approved, the removal of Carmona land from the CRZ could open the area to activities currently prohibited under coastal regulations, such as certain construction projects or commercial ventures. However, the decision will also be subject to environmental impact assessments to ensure compliance with national coastal protection policies.