Belagavi Civic Body’s Illegal Construction Crackdown Raises Accountability
BELAGAVI: On Thursday, the Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) ramped up its efforts against illegal constructions, initiating a partial demolition of a four-storey building in the bustling Maruti Galli area. The operation, carried out with JCB machinery, signifies a notable intensification in the enforcement of regulations against unauthorized structures in the city. The demolition captured significant public interest, drawing large crowds as sections of the building were dismantled. While many locals applauded the enforcement as a necessary assertion of civic oversight, it has also sparked controversy and raised concerns regarding governance, due process, and accountability within the urban local body. A…