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HC Limits Relief in Building Violations, Opens Door for DTCP in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has paved the way for authorities to take action on numerous cases of alleged building violations within the city. The court has clarified that an earlier restraint order applies only to property owners involved in current litigation, rather than a blanket pause on all cases. This dispute concerns unauthorized constructions, additional floors, excessive coverage, and commercial operations in residential areas spanning DLF-1 to 5. In an order issued on May 29, Chief Justice Sheel Nagu led the bench in specifying that the previous restraint order from November 26, 2025, only affects additional respondents…

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Gurugram: 850 Shanties Demolished in DTCP’s Drive at Saraswati Kunj

GURUGRAM: The ongoing demolition campaign in Saraswati Kunj, Sector 53, has entered its second day, led by district town planner Amit Madholia. Over 42 plots have been cleared, and approximately 650-670 illegal shanties have been demolished across 4.2 acres along the Golf Course Road. Officials reported that the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) plans to conduct further demolitions in the upcoming days as part of a larger initiative to reclaim public land and suppress illegal constructions in Gurgaon’s high-value urban areas. On Monday, nearly 200 shanties were demolished, spanning 2.5 acres across more than 22 plots near Khatu…

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6,500+ Homes Cleared in Gurugram’s 5-Day Encroachment Drive

File Photo GURUGRAM: The five-day anti-encroachment initiative concluded on Wednesday, resulting in opened roads, removal of kiosks, and dismantling of boundary walls in some of the city’s most notable colonies. However, the operation highlighted significant divisions among residents. While many praised the reclamation of public spaces and broader roadways, others questioned the abruptness of the actions and the inconsistencies in enforcement. Teams from the town and country planning department executed demolitions across DLF Phase 1, Phase 2, and various licensed colonies, targeting encroachments on roadways, green belts, and public areas. Officials called it one of the most extensive operations in…

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Gurugram: 1,000 Illegal Extensions Removed in 3-Day Drive

GURUGRAM: In a significant initiative aimed at clearing public space infringements, enforcement teams have dismantled illegal extensions from nearly 1,000 homes in just three days. These demolitions included ramps, guard rooms, lawns, kiosks, and other structures encroaching on public land across major licensed colonies. With two days remaining in this operation, the town and country planning department (DTCP) is preparing to submit an action report to the state government. The affected areas include DLF Phase 1, South City 1, Palam Vihar, Sushant Lok-2, Uppal Southend, Malibu Town, Ardee City, and Suncity. This cleanup follows a stay from the Punjab and…

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Hundreds of Illegal Extensions Removed in Gurugram Operation

File Photo GURUGRAM: Enforcement teams escalated their anti-encroachment efforts on Sunday, deploying bulldozers across DLF phases, Golf Course Road, South City, Sushant Lok, Suncity, and other upscale neighborhoods to remove illegal extensions impacting right of way. Authorities demolished hundreds of illegal structures following a stay by the Punjab and Haryana High Court on the stilt+four-floor (S+4) policy, pushing the government into strict enforcement mode. The operation was spearheaded by district town planner (enforcement) Amit Madholia, with all eight teams operating simultaneously throughout the city, targeting encroachments along internal roads. Officials noted that Sunday’s actions were more extensive and executed faster…

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Govt to Demolish DLF-1 in Gurugram After HC Stays S+4 Policy

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: Following a stay on the stilt-plus-four-floor (S+4) policy by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the government has initiated a systematic crackdown aimed at removing illegal house extensions that encroach on public pathways. The enforcement efforts will kick off this Saturday in DLF-1. District Town Planner (Enforcement) Amit Madholia has urged residents to voluntarily dismantle encroachments to avoid demolition. Additional Chief Secretary (Town and Country Planning) Anurag Aggarwal issued the directive on April 16, instructing agencies to rectify right-of-way violations by April 22. The high court, in its review of petitions including Sunil Singh vs. State…

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Gurugram: 32nd Avenue Owners Notified for Code Violations

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The district town planner (enforcement) has issued a show-cause notice to the owners and collaborators of 32nd Avenue, a bustling commercial hub in Sector 15-II, following a recent inspection that revealed significant deviations from the approved building and layout plans. This notice comes nearly 10 months after a similar one was issued in January 2025, which aimed to address critical breaches that remained unresolved. 32nd Avenue is celebrated for its diverse food and retail options. The previous notice identified multiple violations, including the complete blockage of a 6-meter fire tender access route, the unauthorized operation of…

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FIRs Planned Against 214 in Gurugram for Illegal Housing & Eateries

GURUGRAM: In a strong move against illegal colonies, unauthorized dhabas, and warehouses, the district town planner has recommended filing 15 FIRs against 214 individuals. Of these, 11 FIRs are proposed against 208 landowners involved in illegal plotting of 23.55 acres, while four additional FIRs target six individuals for constructing unauthorized dhabas and warehouses in restricted areas, according to officials from the district town planning and enforcement (DTPE). The extensive violations are subject to the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975, and the Punjab Scheduled Roads and Controlled Areas Restriction of Unregulated Development Act, 1963. Amit Madholia, the…

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Gurugram: 1,000+ Notices Issued for Illegal Commercial Activities

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has ramped up efforts to tackle unauthorized constructions in stilt parking zones and illicit commercial activities in residential areas—major factors exacerbating the city’s parking woes. DTP (enforcement) Amit Madholia noted that ongoing surveys in DLF phases, Sushant Lok (I–III), South City, Suncity, and Palam Vihar have uncovered widespread misuse of stilt parking spaces in licensed colonies, where residents frequently convert these areas into servant quarters, storage spaces, or extra living accommodations, thereby pushing vehicles onto already crowded streets. “Notices are issued to property owners wherever illegal constructions are found in stilt…

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Final Warning Issued to 60 Sushant Lok Homes in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: More than a month after receiving no responses from property owners regarding its notices, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), led by District Town Planner Amit Madholia, has intensified enforcement efforts in Sushant Lok 2. Restoration orders have now been issued for over 60 residential properties due to violations of building codes and unauthorized commercial activities. These restoration orders serve as the final warning—failure to comply could result in “sealing, demolition, or even cancellation of occupation certificates.” Amit Madholia stated, “This action is being conducted in strict accordance with planning regulations. Property owners who have violated residential…