The Delhi High Court has temporarily halted the demolitions for 11 Batla House residents, requiring them to withdraw their Supreme Court plea. The DDA opposed this, citing a Supreme Court order for demolitions in Khasra No. 279 and raising concerns about the residents’ legal actions. The DDA is accused of inadequate notice before demolitions.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the demolition of illegal structures on over 4 bighas of public land in Okhla, Delhi. Authorities are mandated to act quickly and submit a compliance report. The Court highlighted the importance of protecting public land from encroachments to ensure it is used for the public’s benefit.