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Crime
Delhi Seals Illegal Buildings from Laxmi Nagar to Madhu Vihar in 'Hammer Action'
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 01:03 PM
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Delhi municipal authorities have demolished illegal structures and sealed a PG in New Ashok Nagar as part of a crackdown on unsafe buildings following the Saty Niketan incident.
Delhi municipal authorities launched a ‘hammer action’ on illegal construction between Laxmi Nagar and Madhu Vihar, demolishing several unauthorized structures and sealing a private guest house in New Ashok Nagar. The crackdown follows the recent Saty Niketan incident that highlighted the risks posed by unsafe buildings. Officials cited violations of building codes and lack of proper permits as the main reasons for the enforcement. The city’s development wing said the operation aimed to prevent future accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations.