‘No Notice Needed’: MCD Tells Delhi High Court Houses of Uttam Nagar Holi Murder Accused Stand on Encroached Public Street

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi informed the Delhi High Court that homes linked to the accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi murder case were built on an encroached public street, claiming demolition can proceed without prior notice. The Court, however, orally asked authorities not to take further demolition action until the petitioners file a fresh plea.

“Nothing Should Happen Till Tomorrow”: Delhi High Court Stops Demolition of Homes Linked to Uttam Nagar Holi Murder Accused

The Delhi High Court directed the MCD to halt any demolition of houses belonging to the accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi murder case until the next hearing. The Court ordered authorities to maintain status quo after petitions were filed by the mothers of the accused fearing punitive demolition.