Today(on 25th April), The Calcutta High Court, under Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, admonishes both Kolkata Municipality and the state administration for their handling of the prevalent issue of illegal construction in the city.
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Today(on 19th March), Justice Amrita Singh of the Calcutta High Court criticized the slow response of Kolkata Municipality in addressing illegal constructions, such as a disputed five-story building in Ekbalpur. Despite the court’s directive, demolition of the illegal construction remains pending after 30 days, prompting questions about the delay and need for transparency. The next hearing is set for April 9, emphasizing the urgency of the matter.