New Delhi: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) said it carried out 23 demolition actions and sealed seven properties on October 13 as part of its city-wide drive against unauthorised construction, dangerous buildings and violations of building rules.
The latest figures follow 24 demolition actions and the sealing of five properties on October 12. The corporation said enforcement was continuing across all 12 of its zones to ensure compliance with building regulations and protect public safety.
Action across several Delhi localities
Major demolition actions on October 13 were carried out in Janakpuri, Chhawla, Najafgarh, Kakrola, Karol Bagh, Baljeet Nagar, Old Seelampur, New Ashok Nagar and Laxmi Nagar, according to MCD.
The corporation said the campaign covers breaches of the Master Plan of Delhi and Building Bye-Laws, as well as dangerous structures and other violations that threaten public safety.
Continued monitoring in all 12 zones
MCD said unauthorised construction and breaches of building regulations would not be tolerated within its jurisdiction. Officials have been instructed to maintain close surveillance in their respective areas and take action under the applicable rules.
The corporation reiterated that enforcement would continue across all 12 zones. The figures refer to demolition actions and properties sealed; the release did not provide a locality-wise breakdown of the totals.
