Archive · 11 Jun 2025
DDA Demolishes Structures in Delhi's Govindpuri Camp
The Delhi government, through the DDA, tore down many empty houses in a slum area called Bhoomiheen camp.
The government said they had told the people to move by a certain date.
The demolition happened because the government wants to build new houses in this area and the people were not supposed to be living there.
The demolition was legal as the court supported the government's actions.
DDA demolished 344 structures in Govindpuri's Bhoomiheen camp.
Demolition occurred early Wednesday morning with police presence.
DDA stated structures were mostly vacant; no stay order existed.
Slum dwellers were given notice to relocate by June 10.
The area is approved for a slum rehabilitation project.
- Who
- Delhi Development Authority (DDA).
- What
- Demolition of 344 structures.
- When
- Early Wednesday morning.
- Where
- Bhoomiheen camp in Govindpuri, Delhi.
- Why
- To remove illegal encroachments.
Residents' Concerns
Government's Position
Displacement
Residents' Concerns
Displacement and homelessness.
Government's Position
The government is following court orders.
Housing
Residents' Concerns
Lack of alternative housing.
Government's Position
Government providing accommodation in Kalkaji Extension.
- Location
- Bhoomiheen Camp, Govindpuri, Delhi
- Action
- Demolition of structures
- Authority
- DDA
- Structures Demolished
- 344
- Notice Given
- To relocate by June 10
- Court Status
- No stay order
- Reason
- Illegal encroachment
Sources
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