Archive · 1 Sep 2025
MP CM Discusses Demolition of Drug Lord's Illegal Property
The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, discussed the demolition of properties owned by the 'Machhli' family in Bhopal.
This family was involved in illegal activities, mainly drug smuggling, and had built lavish structures illegally.
Authorities demolished several properties, including a 15,000-square-foot farmhouse with over 30 rooms.
The demolition followed legal notices and Supreme Court approval, with the government targeting illegal structures and criminal activities.
The actions taken included the demolition of properties worth over ₹100 crore in July and an earlier demolition of a farmhouse, warehouses, and factories.
The CM said that whether it’s a ‘Macchli’ or anyone else, everyone will be dealt with, implying that no one is above the law.
The demolitions took place after the illegal construction was confirmed.
MP CM Mohan Yadav discussed the demolition of the Machhli family's property.
The Machhli family was involved in criminal activities, particularly drug smuggling.
Demolitions included a 15,000-square-foot farmhouse in Bhopal.
Properties worth over ₹100 crore were demolished.
The Supreme Court confirmed the illegality of the structures, leading to demolition.
- Who
- MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, Machhli family
- What
- Demolition of properties belonging to the Machhli family due to illegal construction and criminal activities.
- When
- July and August (demolitions)
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- Because the structures were illegally built and the family was involved in criminal activities, including drug smuggling.
- Person of Interest
- Machhli family
- Location of Demolition
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Structures Demolished
- Farmhouse, illegal madrasa, other properties
- Value of Demolished Property
- ₹100 crore+ (July demolition), ₹150 crore+ (total)
- Size of Farmhouse
- 15,000 square feet
- Involved Parties
- District administration, Nagar Nigam, police