Ludhiana Developers Demand Action on Illegal Colonies
LUDHIANA: Local real estate developers have called on district officials to take action against the rapid growth of illegal colonies, arguing that these unauthorized developments lead to financial losses for legitimate builders, reduce government revenue, cause long-term difficulties for residents, and promote unplanned urban expansion. Industry stakeholders point out that once illegal colonies are set up and residents move in, reversing the situation becomes extremely difficult. Actions such as demolition can result in homelessness for families, creating complex legal and social issues. Developers questioned the lack of proactive measures by authorities to prevent these projects before they begin, suggesting the…