Archive · 28 Jun 2025
Bhopal BMC Demolishes Illegal Green Belt Structures on NGT Orders
The Bhopal government is taking down buildings that were built illegally in green areas, following orders from a special court called the NGT.
They started by removing 25 structures near a school and a market.
These included homes and shacks that didn't have permission.
The government plans to remove more buildings in other areas soon.
The goal is to protect the green spaces, as directed by the court, making the city better for everyone.
Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) demolished 25 illegal structures in green belt areas.
The action was in response to National Green Tribunal (NGT) orders.
Demolitions occurred near MANIT and Manisha Market.
Slums, sheds, and concrete houses were among the structures removed.
Further demolitions are planned, with notices issued to encroachers.
- Who
- Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the district administration.
- What
- Demolition of illegal structures in Bhopal's green belt.
- When
- The anti-encroachment drive was launched on Saturday, with further action scheduled for June 30 and July 1.
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, specifically near MANIT, Manisha Market, and Ayodhya Bypass.
- Why
- To comply with National Green Tribunal (NGT) orders to remove encroachments and preserve green belt areas.
- Organization
- Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC)
- Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Action
- Demolition of illegal structures
- Number of Structures Demolished
- 25
- Legal Basis
- National Green Tribunal (NGT) orders
- Targeted Areas
- Green belt areas