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Gurugram to build new construction waste plant by Feb 2027

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has laid out a plan to enhance the management of construction and demolition (C&D) waste within the city. During a recent review meeting with the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), officials announced that a new processing plant, capable of handling 400 tonnes of C&D waste per day, is set to launch by February 2027. Currently, Gurgaon needs twelve C&D waste collection points, as per the guideline of one point for every 25 sq km. Right now, operational facilities can be found in Basai and Begampur Khatola, and officials confirmed…

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Gurugram DLF-3: Hotels, PGs, Offices Sealed for Code Violations

GURUGRAM: The enforcement wing of the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) initiated a major restoration and enforcement drive against unauthorized constructions and commercial activities from residential premises in DLF-3 on Thursday. Following directions from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the operation began around noon in S-Block on Nathupur Road, supported by police and district administration. Led by District Town Planner (Enforcement) Amit Madholia, this marks the start of a broader enforcement campaign targeting violations across DLF-1 to 5. During the operation, multiple establishments were sealed, including hotels, paying guest accommodations, offices, a hospital, and a beauty parlour.…

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Gurugram: Demolition of illegal buildings starts on Galleria Road

GURUGRAM: The enforcement wing of the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) demolished 13 unauthorized commercial structures on land designated for residential use in Chakkarpur, near Hamilton Court Society on Galleria Road. The demolition occurred under strict security, supported by personnel from the Sector 29 police station. Among the structures removed were a chemist shop, pet shop, and a scrap dealer’s unit. District Town Planner (Enforcement) Amit Madholia led the operation alongside duty magistrate Naveen Barua, assistant town planners Divya Dahiya and others from the enforcement team. This anti-encroachment drive concludes a legal battle that lasted over 20 years.…

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Gurugram: DTCP to Renew Action Against Illegal Builds Next Week

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) will resume actions against illegal constructions in DLF Phase 3, following a May 29 order from the Punjab and Haryana High Court that restricted an earlier interim restraint to property owners involved in the case. Final restoration orders were issued on June 12 and 13 for properties not under any stay or status quo directives, directing owners to voluntarily rectify deviations from approved building plans. The department plans to kick off a large-scale enforcement campaign across DLF phases 1 to 5, commencing with Phase 3 next week. The initiative will be…

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Gurugram to Split City into Eight Zones in Two Clusters

GURUGRAM: In a significant administrative overhaul aimed at enhancing governance and service delivery, the MCG has decided to reorganize the city into eight zones within two clusters, replacing the previous four-zone setup. This decision was made public through an order from MCG commissioner Pradeep Dahiya. “Given the rapid growth of the MCG area and rising expectations from residents, this reorganization was essential. The new cluster and zone framework will facilitate quicker decision-making, boost accountability at the grassroots level, and ensure more efficient, transparent, and timely services,” he stated. The new structure will be implemented starting June 15. Cluster 1 will…

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NGT Acts on Plea Against Demolition Waste Center in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued notices to the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) and others regarding a proposed construction and demolition (C&D) waste collection center in Sector 106. The NGT’s notices, which also addressed the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) and the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB), were prompted by a petition from the Dwarka Expressway Gurugram Development Association (DXP-GDA). They challenged the facility’s location in Babupur, arguing that it is being developed without sufficient infrastructure to control dust. The case was heard on May 29, with updates published on Thursday by a bench…

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Gurugram Man Arrested for Defrauding 242 Home Buyers

GURUGRAM: The Economic Offences Wing of Haryana Police has apprehended a 33-year-old man, Anubhav Bhardwaj, for allegedly defrauding individuals under the guise of providing flats in a housing society located in Sector 55. Bhardwaj, who resides in Mohan Garden, Delhi, was taken into custody on June 8 at Delhi Airport, reportedly while preparing to travel to Indonesia. A lookout circular had been issued against him last year. Authorities reported that a case was initiated at the Sector 56 police station following a woman’s complaint. She claimed she was persuaded by her husband’s former colleague, Ishpal Bhardwaj, to invest in a…

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Mandatory fire safety checks for Gurugram offices, malls, hotels

GURUGRAM: On Thursday, the district administration mandated fire safety audits for all hospitals, schools, malls, offices, hotels, and other commercial buildings in the city. This directive requires the fire department to assess the safety preparedness of these establishments. This decision follows a tragic hotel fire in Delhi that resulted in 21 fatalities, including eight local residents. Officials are tasked with verifying essential firefighting equipment, inspecting emergency exits, reviewing evacuation plans, and ensuring compliance with established fire safety regulations. The directive reflects growing concerns over safety standards highlighted by the recent incident. “All institutions must adhere to prescribed fire safety standards…

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MCG Faces Property ID Backlog; 77% Files Stuck After Reshuffle

GURUGRAM: Just two weeks post the MCG’s significant reshuffle of 134 clerks across various departments, the property tax branch is facing substantial challenges. Reports indicate that the department is grappling with a considerable backlog of property-related objections. Data obtained by TOI reveals that there are currently 3,907 pending property ID-related objections at MCG. This comes on the heels of recent clerical transfers, predominantly from the property tax division, amid allegations of corruption and collusive practices with brokers. An analysis shows that 884 applications (22.6%) are delayed at the citizen level, whereas a staggering 3,023 files (77.4%) are awaiting processing within…

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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…