Archive · 14 Sep 2026
Delhi MCD Survey Flags Dangerous Buildings, Major Repair Needs Citywide
The MCD checked many buildings in Delhi for safety problems.
The check lasted one week.
It was conducted after directions from the Delhi High Court.
Officials inspected about 2,251 buildings.
These buildings housed nearly 43,313 people.
Four buildings were judged dangerous.
Fifty-one buildings need major repairs, while 170 need smaller repairs.
The survey also counted buildings used for paying guest accommodations.
The MCD identified four buildings as dangerous across Delhi.
Fifty-one buildings were found to require major repair work.
The week-long survey covered about 2,251 buildings and 43,313 occupants.
Another 170 buildings were advised to undertake minor repairs.
Three of the four dangerous buildings are located in the South Zone.
- Who
- The Municipal Corporation of Delhi conducted the survey, following directions from the Delhi High Court.
- What
- Officials inspected buildings, identified dangerous structures, and listed buildings needing major or minor repairs.
- When
- The survey was conducted over one week; no specific dates were provided.
- Where
- Across Delhi, with three of the four dangerous buildings in the South Zone.
- Why
- The survey was carried out following directions from the Delhi High Court.
- Buildings surveyed
- About 2,251
- Occupants covered
- Nearly 43,313
- Buildings classified as dangerous
- 4
- Buildings needing major repairs
- 51
- Buildings advised minor repairs
- 170
- Zone with most dangerous buildings
- South Zone, with 3
- Most PG buildings
- Civil Lines, with 608