Delhi CM: existing houses in O-zone won’t be razed
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has assured residents of 91 unauthorised colonies in the city's O-zone that their homes will not be demolished. The government plans to consult with Union officials to address concerns following a High Court order regarding illegal construction in the eco-sensitive floodplain.
Why it matters
Addresses the tension between urban housing needs and environmental protection regulations in densely populated regions.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday said no existing structure in the city’s O-zone, housing an estimated 15 lakh people across 91 unauthorised colonies and nearly a dozen villages, will be demolished.
The article balances the government's assurance with the context of the High Court's environmental concerns.
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