GURUGRAM: The district administration has approved the demolition of four towers—A, B, C, and D—at NBCC Green View in Sector 37D, which were deemed uninhabitable four years ago. The deputy commissioner, Ajay Kumar, granted this permission after a comprehensive review, allowing for reconstruction once these structurally unsafe buildings—housing 580 flats—are removed.
Officials noted that this decision was made to avoid any further delays that could endanger public safety. This approval comes after the National Buildings Construction Corporation (India) submitted a demolition request last September.
A committee led by the additional deputy commissioner thoroughly evaluated the application. During discussions, the administration took into account feedback from both current and former residents and concluded that the deteriorating condition of the buildings necessitated demolition as the only remaining option.
The permission is contingent upon strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations outlined by relevant authorities, including the Haryana State Pollution Control Board, fire services, MCG, labor department, disaster management cell, police, and departments overseeing industrial safety and health. Officials clarified that any incident at the site would be the developer’s responsibility.
“NBCC must also provide compliance reports to the respective departments every two weeks,” an official stated.
The project was declared unsafe for habitation in 2022 following structural audits by IIT-Roorkee and IIT-Delhi. Based on these evaluations, the district disaster management authority mandated the evacuation of residents, leading to hundreds of families leaving their homes. Since then, the unfinished towers have remained unoccupied, prompting ongoing safety concerns for the surrounding community.
Originally, NBCC Green View was intended to consist of over 700 flats, with 255 sold. Of the buyers, 160 have opted for refunds, while 78 have agreed to reconstruction, and another 17 are still considering their options. Most residents in the economically weaker section (EWS) category have shown a preference for reconstruction over refunds.
NBCC informed the authorities that reconstruction can only commence after demolishing the unsafe structures. The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has extended the project’s license until May 2027 to allow time for a phased demolition and rebuilding process.
“Permission has been granted under strict conditions. The remaining towers will be taken down in phases according to approved guidelines,” stated Amit Madholia, the district town planner (enforcement).
Officials indicated that this phased approach is designed to minimize disruptions for neighboring residents while ensuring both environmental and structural safety. Precautionary measures including anti-smog controls, site security, and waste disposal will be closely monitored throughout the demolition period. “Only after demolition can reconstruction proceed. This decision finally provides a clear direction for a project that has faced numerous delays,” an official added.
For the allottees who have endured years of delays and dislocation, this clearance brings a cautious sense of relief. “The towers have been unsafe for some time. We just wish for a careful demolition process so that reconstruction and rehabilitation can finally start,” commented an allottee.
