House ramps & road encroachments: When can authorities issue notices or order demolition?
Civic bodies across India make headlines as they crack down on public space encroachments. Laws like the Control of Highways Act, 2002, and state-specific regulations
Civic bodies across India make headlines as they crack down on public space encroachments. Laws like the Control of Highways Act, 2002, and state-specific regulations empower authorities to remove unauthorised structures. Penalties range from fines to demolition, with Supreme Court directives ensuring due notice before action, safeguarding against arbitrary 'Bulldozer Justice'.
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