Archive · 20 May 2025
Ahmedabad Demolition Targets Illegal Structures Near Chandola Lake
Authorities are removing over 2,500 illegally built homes near Chandola Lake.
This is part of a larger effort to reclaim land and address illegal settlements, with a focus on structures allegedly built by illegal immigrants.
The first phase of demolitions occurred earlier, removing roughly 3,000 structures.
Over 8,000 police officers and 75 bulldozers are deployed to maintain order during the operation.
The area has a history of unauthorized colonies, with rapid construction between 2010 and 2024.
Authorities are also working to curb unlawful migration.
Second phase of anti-encroachment drive launched near Chandola Lake.
Over 2,500 illegal houses targeted for demolition.
The drive aims to reclaim land and curb illegal migration.
Around 8,000 police personnel and 75 bulldozers are deployed.
The area has been identified as a stronghold for undocumented immigrants.
- Who
- Ahmedabad administration, police, and authorities.
- What
- Phase 2 of an anti-encroachment drive.
- When
- Tuesday, ongoing.
- Where
- Chandola Lake area, Ahmedabad.
- Why
- To remove illegal structures, reclaim land, and curb unlawful migration.
Residents
Authorities
Displacement
Residents
Displacement and housing instability for potentially affected residents.
Authorities
Focus on reclaiming public land and curbing unlawful migration.
- Area targeted in Phase 2
- Over 2,500 houses
- Police Personnel Deployed
- 8,000
- Bulldozers Deployed
- 75
- Previous Phase Structures Demolished
- Approximately 3,000
- Focus of Operation
- Reclaiming land and curbing unlawful migration
