Indore Authorities Clear 30,000 Sq Ft Illegal Construction for Hospital Expansion
In a significant move to enhance healthcare infrastructure, authorities in Indore have demolished parts of an unauthorised construction spanning over 30,000 square feet on government land in the CRP Line area behind MY Hospital. The operation was conducted to pave the way for the expansion of hospital services, aiming to improve medical facilities for the community.
Joint Operation Under Heavy Security
A joint team comprising the district administration, Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC), and police executed the land reclamation under tight security measures. To prevent any law-and-order disruptions, heavy security was deployed, including 'Vajra' riot-control vehicles. The process commenced with the removal of boundary walls surrounding a religious structure and sections of a guest house, as earthmovers tore down illegal extensions that had encroached on the property.
Protests and Temporary Concessions
During the demolition, local residents gathered to protest, leading to heated arguments with officials. In response to the unrest, authorities granted a one-week grace period for the occupants of the guest house to vacate the premises voluntarily. Additionally, in a gesture of sensitivity towards the holy month of Ramzan, the administration allowed two temporary prayer sheds to remain standing for an additional seven days. While these specific areas received temporary relief, the removal of other illegal sheds and boundary fences continued throughout the morning without interruption.
Legal and Historical Context
According to nazul (land ownership) records, the land in question, listed as Block No. 12 (now Block 38), is confirmed as government property. Officials revealed that while IMC had granted permission for only 300 square feet of construction on this land in September 1985, the built-up area had illegally expanded to nearly 30,000 square feet over the decades. Senior administrative officials emphasized that the demolition was carried out only after the formal legal notice period had concluded, despite an ongoing hearing in the SDM court, ensuring compliance with legal procedures.
Future Plans for the Cleared Land
The cleared land is now expected to be handed over to MY Hospital to facilitate the construction of new medical wards and patient facilities. This expansion is part of broader efforts to upgrade healthcare infrastructure in Indore, addressing the growing needs of the population and enhancing service delivery. The move underscores the administration's commitment to reclaiming government land for public welfare projects, even in the face of local opposition and logistical challenges.
