Basti Development Authority was formed by State Government under the act of Uttar pradesh Urban Planning and Development Act-1973 for planned and sustainable development of the city and the adjoining notified villages. Basti city is place of Maharishi Vashistha, the Guru of Lord Rama. Famous temple exists here so it attracts thousands of tourists every year from all over the world. Basti Development Authority has vision and responsibility for construction of residential and commercial spaces as well as implementing projects in accordance with the guidelines of State Government also infrastructure Development in the area to improve the quality of life of its residents.