In a decisive move against unauthorized urban development, Gurugram's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) demolished 18 farmhouses and a road network in six unlawful colonies. The action was taken within the Kaliyawas, Iqbalpur, and Jataula village areas, in compliance with the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975. District Town Planner Manish Yadav urged the public to avoid investing in such illegal establishments, underlining the importance of verifying land legitimacy before purchase. The crackdown underscores the DTCP's resolve in maintaining lawful urban development.
Cracking down on illegal land encroachments in Gurugram, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) recently initiated a successful demolition drive. The enforcement, helmed by District Town Planner (Enforcement) Manish Yadav, targeted six recently formed unauthorized colonies within the revenue estate of Kaliyawas, Iqbalpur, and Jataula villages.
In total, 18 farmhouses, 30 other structures, and several offices were dismantled by the enforcement team. Additionally, an illegally constructed road network within these colonies was obliterated. The robust action was taken following mandatory assistance from local police authorities.
The offenders were said to be taking advantage of gaps in the system to establish unauthorized colonies on prime agricultural land. Under Section 7A of the Act, the sale deed registration of any plot below 1 acre without a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the DTCP is prohibited. This rule is strictly enforced across 95 villages in Gurgaon.
The Act also mentions that the perpetrators committing such offences are liable to face up to three years in prison. In light of this, Yadav stated that the department will urge the police to hinder further unauthorized developments and register FIRs against all offenders involved in this operation, or any others that surface during the investigation.
As crowds gathered at the site during the demolition, Yadav seized the opportunity to caution the public against investing in such illegal settlements and warehouses. He urged potential buyers to reach out to the DTP office for enquiries before purchasing land, to ensure their investments are safe and legitimate.
In conclusion, this rigorous crackdown underlines the commitment of the DTCP in maintaining the lawfulness and order of urban development in Gurugram. It serves as a stern warning to potential violators, while also educating the public about the importance of adhering to legal procedures when investing in property. Public cooperation and vigilance, coupled with strict enforcement of the law, will play a crucial role in preventing further unlawful encroachments.
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