Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Bombay HC Halts Demolition Around Malegaon Fort Until June
Imagine a fort with houses nearby.
The government wanted to remove the houses because they were built illegally.
However, the people living in the houses said they've been there for a long time.
The court stepped in and said the government couldn't tear down the houses right away.
The court wants to hear more about it first.
This means the people can stay in their homes for now.
The court will decide what happens next, after hearing both sides of the story on June 10.
The families have claimed that they have been living in the homes for the last 40 years and have even had their structures regularized by the local administration.
Bombay High Court issued a stay on demolitions near Malegaon's Bhoikot fort.
The court order prevents coercive action against residents until June 17, 2025.
Petitioners challenged a government resolution on demolishing illegal structures.
Over 300 families live near the fort, some for 40 years.
Court to revisit the matter on June 10.
- Who
- Bombay High Court, petitioners, and the Malegaon administration.
- What
- The Bombay High Court stayed demolition around Bhoikot fort in Malegaon.
- When
- The stay is in effect until June 17, 2025, with a hearing scheduled for June 10.
- Where
- Malegaon, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
- Why
- To prevent immediate demolition of homes around the fort, pending further hearing and considering residents' claims of long-term residency and regularization.
Residents' Perspective
Government's Perspective
Demolition of Homes
Residents' Perspective
Residents oppose demolition, citing long-term residency (up to 40 years) and existing regularization.
Government's Perspective
The government aims to remove illegal structures near the fort.
Rehabilitation Costs
Residents' Perspective
Residents argue against having to pay to take possession of new homes offered as part of the rehabilitation.
Government's Perspective
Families must pay ₹20,000 for rehabilitation.
- Location
- Malegaon, Nashik district, Maharashtra
- Fort Name
- Bhoikot fort
- Demolition Stay End Date
- June 17, 2025
- Next Court Hearing
- June 10
- Estimated number of residents
- Over 300 families
- Relevant legal document
- Government Resolution (GR) dated January 20, 2025