Chandigarh Administration Demolishes 10 Illegal Homes in Manimajra, Reclaims 1.5 Acres of Public Land

                🏘️ Chandigarh Administration Demolishes 10 
Illegal Homes in Manimajra – 1.5 Acres of 
Government Land Reclaimed
1. What Happened?
On July 2, 2025, the Chandigarh Administration 
undertook a major anti-encroachment drive in 
Manimajra (now Sector 13), leading to the 
demolition of 10 illegal residential structures 
built on public land. The operation was part of 
a broader initiative to reclaim government-
owned spaces from unauthorized occupation.

2. Land Recovery Details
The demolished homes were occupying 
around 1.5 acres of a total 38-acre land parcel, 
which had been acquired by the administration 
in 1998 for public development projects. The 
reclaimed land is expected to be used for civic 
infrastructure, parks, and other planned 
utilities.

3. Legal and Logistical Execution
Before carrying out the demolitions:

The Estate Office issued proper legal notices 
to the occupants.

Residents were given sufficient time to vacate 
voluntarily.

The operation was closely monitored by SDM 
(East) and executed with the help of the 
Chandigarh Police.

The action was peaceful and incident-free, 
reflecting meticulous planning and legal 
compliance.

4. Part of a Wider Campaign
This is not an isolated action. The Chandigarh 
Administration has been conducting regular 
anti-encroachment drives across the city:

April 2025: Demolition in Sanjay Colony, 
clearing 6 acres.

May 2025: Eviction in Janta Colony, recovering 
nearly 10 acres.

June 2025: Action in Adarsh Colony, Sectors 
53–54.

Manimajra Motor Market: 145 illegal 
encroachments cleared recently, including tool 
shops, benches, and parked vehicles.

Each drive aims to reinforce legal boundaries 
and promote urban order.

5. Why This Matters
✅ Restoration of public land for essential 
infrastructure

🏙️ Promotion of planned urban development 
and legal property use

⚖️ Discouragement of illegal land occupation

📢 Public awareness about consequences of 
unauthorized construction

The administration has warned citizens 
against occupying government land and has 
emphasized that such actions will be dealt 
with legally and firmly.

6. Official Statement
Officials stated that the reclaimed land would 
be utilized strictly as per the Master Plan of 
Chandigarh, ensuring that it serves the larger 
public interest. The administration reaffirmed 
its 
zero-tolerance policy towards encroachment.

✅ Conclusion
The Chandigarh Administration's decisive 
move in Manimajra highlights its strong stance 
on illegal construction and land encroachment. 
By demolishing unauthorized structures and 
reclaiming land, the city continues to set a 
standard for lawful urban governance and 
accountable civic management.

With such efforts becoming more regular, 
residents are encouraged to comply with 
municipal laws and contribute to a better-
planned Chandigarh.
📚 Sources:
ET Realty – Chandigarh Administration’s Anti-
Encroachment Drive