The Supreme Court of India has clearly said that residential houses in Chandni Chowk, Delhi, cannot be used for commercial purposes. The court passed this order on Thursday, saying that changing homes into shops or commercial properties is not allowed.
🚫 Strict Instructions from the Court
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The court said that no house built for living can be used for business in any way.
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This decision came during the hearing on illegal constructions in the Chandni Chowk area.
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The bench, led by Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia, warned the Municipal Corporation to strictly follow the order.
⚠️ Municipal Officials Can Face Contempt Charges
The court has clearly told the Municipal Corporation that:
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If officers don’t follow this order, action will be taken against them.
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Not following this can lead to contempt of court charges.
📸 Submit Photos and Videos of Illegal Buildings
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Petitioners have been allowed to take photos and videos of places where illegal construction is happening.
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Civil engineers and architects can visit the sites and submit reports to the court.
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These reports can become part of a Joint Inspection Committee.
🚧 Unauthorized Constructions Must Be Demolished
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During the hearing, the court was told that illegal buildings were demolished earlier.
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But the court noted that unauthorized construction is still happening on a large scale.
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The court said this must stop immediately, and action must be taken without any delay.
Summary Table
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| 🔒 Residential to Commercial Ban | No homes in Chandni Chowk can be converted to shops |
| 🏗️ Illegal Construction | Ongoing, court ordered to demolish unauthorized buildings |
| 🏛️ Orders to MCD | Strictly follow rules or face contempt |
| 📷 Evidence Collection | Allowed for petitioners and experts |
| ⚠️ Warning to Officials | Action if court order not followed |
