Archive · 4 Nov 2025
Slum Clusters Near PM's Residence Receive Eviction Notices, Residents Protest
People living in small homes called 'jhuggis' near the Prime Minister's house got a notice telling them they have to move.
The government says they are living on land that belongs to the government and are not allowed to be there.
They were told to move within 15 days to a new place that is very far away, about 40 kilometers.
Some people are worried because they have lived there a long time, their jobs and schools are nearby, and they can't afford to rent a new place.
They are also unsure if the new houses are ready to live in.
Some people were told they can't move because they didn't have the right papers or because they had rented out their jhuggis.
A local leader said he spoke to officials and the homes wouldn't be demolished, but people are still worried.
Three slum clusters near the Prime Minister's residence have received eviction notices.
The notices state residents are illegal occupants on government land and must vacate within 15 days.
The proposed rehabilitation site is approximately 40 km away in Savda Ghevra.
Residents cite concerns about affordability, proximity to jobs and schools, and medical needs for not wanting to relocate.
Eligibility for rehabilitation is based on submitted documents, with some residents deemed ineligible.
- Who
- Residents of DID Camp, Bhai Ram Camp, and Masjid Camp, and the Land and Development Office (L&DO)
- What
- Eviction and rehabilitation notices issued to slum clusters located on government land.
- When
- Notices issued on October 29, with a 15-day eviction deadline.
- Where
- Slum clusters near Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi, with relocation proposed at Savda Ghevra.
- Why
- Residents are considered illegal occupants on government land; the government is conducting surveys and planning rehabilitation.
Residents
Government Officials
Relocation and Housing
Residents
Residents are unwilling to move to Savda Ghevra, 40 km away, citing unaffordable rent in new areas, proximity to jobs and schools, and husband's medical treatment. They question government promises of housing.
Government Officials
The government states that residents are illegal occupants on government land and are being offered rehabilitation at DUSIB Colony, Savda Ghevra, as part of a survey of slum clusters.
Eligibility for Rehabilitation
Residents
Residents question the criteria for eligibility, citing reasons like 'no valid mandatory document submitted' and 'name not found in voter list.' Renters are also excluded.
Government Officials
Ineligible residents are those whose occupation is deemed illegal and who do not qualify for the rehabilitation scheme, with reasons such as lack of valid documents or sale of property.
Habitability of Relocation Site
Residents
Residents who visited the proposed relocation site in Savda Ghevra claim the flats are not habitable and require further work.
Government Officials
Government officials state that suitable and sanctioned accommodation has been identified at DUSIB Colony, Savda Ghevra.
- Affected Slum Clusters
- DID Camp, Bhai Ram Camp, Masjid Camp
- Location
- Near Lok Kalyan Marg (Prime Minister's residence)
- Issuing Authority
- Land and Development Office (L&DO), Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- Notice Date
- October 29
- Eviction Deadline
- 15 days from notice date
- Proposed Rehabilitation Site
- DUSIB Colony, Savda Ghevra
- Distance to Rehabilitation Site
- Approximately 40 km