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Delhi to Regularise 1,511 Unauthorised Colonies ‘As-Is’

File Photo NEW DELHI: The government has sanctioned the regularization of 1,511 unauthorized colonies in Delhi on an “as-is where-is” basis, eliminating the need for approved layout plans and allowing residents to obtain legal recognition for their properties. This initiative, part of the PM-UDAY scheme, aims to resolve persistent challenges faced by residents in unauthorized colonies, especially concerning property rights, redevelopment, and access to basic civic infrastructure. Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal noted that this decision aims to simplify property registration and permits residents to pursue construction or redevelopment compliant with municipal regulations. The colonies being regularized…