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SC Seeks Early Hearing on Haryana’s S+4 Policy

GURUGRAM: The Supreme Court has dismissed a special leave petition (SLP) that contested Haryana’s stilt+4 construction policy, permitting the petitioner to seek interim relief from the Punjab and Haryana High Court. This case has generated significant public interest, particularly among residents and civic organizations who have raised concerns about uncontrolled urban expansion and its impact on infrastructure. The petition, submitted by Sunil Singh, challenged the Haryana government’s notification dated July 2, 2024, which authorizes stilt+4 floor constructions on residential plots. Critics argue that these developments further strain the city’s already burdened infrastructure, including water supply, sewage treatment, drainage systems, and…

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85 of 730 Illegal Structures Cleared in Faridabad’s Aravalis

GURUGRAM: In Faridabad, of the 730 forest areas protected under Section 4 of the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA), about 85 have been cleared of encroachments. “Demolition drives began on June 11, targeting 85 locations identified during the survey,” stated a senior forest official. The PLPA prohibits construction, encroachment, and tree felling in these forest areas. “We are now focusing on larger structures like farmhouses. We’ve encountered resistance at certain sites, leading to two FIRs against individuals for damaging machinery and causing injuries,” he added. The Supreme Court, in its July 2022 ruling, mandated that all Aravali land protected under…