Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Ahmedabad Migrant Settlement Spared Demolition Due to Private Land Status
In Ahmedabad, a migrant settlement called Narsinhji Mandir Ni Chali was lucky and avoided being torn down when the city removed many homes.
This is because officials saw it was private property, unlike the other homes around it.
This settlement is home to people from Uttar Pradesh who have lived there for many years.
While the settlement continues, many people who lived nearby had their homes taken down.
Some former residents are trying to find new homes and jobs, highlighting the hardships caused by the demolitions and the effort to get new housing.
A migrant settlement in Ahmedabad was spared demolition due to its documented private land status.
The settlement, Narsinhji Mandir Ni Chali, houses approximately 550 migrant workers primarily from Uttar Pradesh.
The area around the settlement saw the demolition of over 12,500 structures in May as part of an anti-encroachment drive.
The spared settlement contains a temple complex, with the main temple, Narsinhji Mandir, over a century old.
Former residents of demolished homes, like Abdullah Muttalim, are struggling with the aftermath of the demolitions and seeking alternative housing.
- Who
- Migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC).
- What
- A migrant settlement was spared during demolitions in Ahmedabad, India.
- When
- The demolitions occurred in May.
- Where
- Chandola lake area in Ahmedabad, India.
- Why
- The settlement was spared because it was registered as private property; other structures were demolished due to alleged encroachment.
Residents
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation
Demolitions
Residents
Residents are dealing with the loss of homes and livelihoods from the demolitions.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation
The AMC officials determined the demolitions were necessary due to alleged encroachment
- Location
- Chandola lake, Ahmedabad
- Settlement Name
- Narsinhji Mandir Ni Chali
- Inhabitants
- Approximately 550 migrant workers
- Origin of Inhabitants
- Uttar Pradesh
- Main Temple
- Narsinhji Mandir
- Temple Age
- Over 100 years old