Archive · 27 Sep 2025
Court Issues Notice on Barisha Construction Project Over Allegations
Imagine a company is building apartments, but neighbors think something's not right.
They've complained to the court.
The neighbors say the company covered up ponds, which is bad for the environment.
They also claim the company got permission to build only a few towers, but is planning to build more.
The court is now asking the city and the company to explain what's going on.
The neighbors believe the city made a mistake approving the building plans, which may cause damage.
This isn't the first time this builder has faced court issues.
A PIL has been filed against Sushil Mohta's Merlin Avana project.
Petitioners are local residents raising concerns about construction in Barisha, Kolkata.
Allegations include covering up water bodies and exceeding building permissions.
The Calcutta High Court has issued notices to relevant authorities.
KMC is accused of approving building plans without proper land record verification.
- Who
- Local residents and Sushil Mohta's Merlin project.
- What
- A PIL seeks to stop construction at a project in Barisha.
- When
- Notices were issued Wednesday; building plan sanctioned July 2022.
- Where
- Barisha area of Kolkata.
- Why
- Petitioners allege environmental damage and violations of building regulations.
- Project Location
- Barisha area, Kolkata
- Developer
- Sushil Mohta/Merlin
- Court
- Calcutta High Court
- Legal Action
- Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
- Authorities Involved
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation, Block and Land Reforms Officer, Airports Authority of India
- Land Area
- 22 bighas