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Why New Chandigarh Is Emerging as a Premium Residential Destination

The planning heritage, Shivalik setting and landmark institutions that are shaping New Chandigarh as a premium residential address in the Tricity.

Sunset over the Shivalik foothills near New Chandigarh

For decades, Chandigarh has been India’s reference point for a planned city. New Chandigarh, developed to its north-west at the foothills of the Lower Shivaliks, extends that idea into a new generation of urban living. Here is what is drawing attention to it as a premium residential address.

1. A planned city, reimagined

The Opus One brochure describes New Chandigarh as “a bold reimagination of the City Beautiful’s legacy” — a modern urban hub that blends Chandigarh’s planned aesthetics with contemporary innovation.

2. Nature as a neighbour

The Shivalik foothills, the Siswan forest area and open landscapes give New Chandigarh a calm that is rare so close to a capital city. Hospitality landmarks such as The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa sit within this setting.

3. Healthcare and education

Medicity, home to the Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, lies within New Chandigarh, and PGI Chandigarh is within reach. Education anchors include the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Strawberry Fields World School and, in Chandigarh, Panjab University.

4. Connectivity

New Chandigarh sits on the Kurali–Chandigarh highway and close to the Chandigarh–Baddi highway, linking it with Chandigarh, Mohali and the hills beyond.

5. Landmarks of a new era

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, the India Trade Tower and a growing roster of residential developments signal a district coming into its own. Among them, Opus One by GB Realty in Eco-City 2 brings hyper-luxury residences designed by an international team.

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