High Court directs panel to proceed with demolition of Chander Kunj Army towers
The Kerala High Court has ordered the demolition of the Chander Kunj Army towers to proceed, rejecting a challenge from a contractor who lost the bid. The contract was awarded to Edifice Engineering based on their technical expertise and experience with similar projects.
Why it matters
The ruling clarifies the legal and procedural standards for awarding public demolition contracts and addresses structural safety concerns in residential housing.
The Kerala High Court on Friday (June 12, 2026) directed the committee led by the Ernakulam District Collector to proceed with the demolition of the twin towers of the Chander Kunj Army apartment complex at Vyttila, developed by the Army Welfare Housing Organisation (AWHO).
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