Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Siliguri Authorities Announce Crackdown on Illegal Construction and Land Encroachment
The state tourism minister, Shankar Ghosh, said that many buildings in Siliguri were built without the right permits and that some people were breaking the rules.
He warned that the government will take strict action against anyone who does this.
The minister also said that a special report was made about these illegal buildings.
He told developers to get official certificates before giving out new homes, and buyers should check that the certificate is there before moving in.
The government wants to stop people from taking over public land and dumping waste illegally.
State tourism minister Shankar Ghosh warns of strict action against unauthorized construction in Siliguri.
Municipal review identified violations such as building without approvals, plan deviations, and extra floors.
A committee investigating institutional corruption has found serious anomalies linked to officials.
Zero‑tolerance policy announced; legal action will target those involved in encroachment and waste disposal.
Occupancy certificates made mandatory for sale, transfer, and possession of properties; developers urged to comply.
- Who
- Shankar Ghosh, state tourism minister and Siliguri MLA
- What
- Announcement of a crackdown on illegal building and land encroachment in Siliguri
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Siliguri, West Bengal, India
- Why
- To enforce building regulations, prevent corruption, and protect public land
- Minister
- Shankar Ghosh
- City
- Siliguri
- Violations
- Unauthorized construction, land encroachment, waste disposal
- Policy
- Zero-tolerance
- Occupancy Certificate
- Mandatory for sale, transfer, possession