Bareilly Authorities Strike Down Illegal Banquet Hall Linked to Protest Accused

In a significant move underscoring its commitment to urban planning regulations and law enforcement, the Bareilly Development Authority (BDA) has carried out the demolition of an illegally constructed banquet hall. The targeted property, known as "M/s Islam", was owned by Mohammad Islam, an individual previously accused in connection with the widespread violence that erupted on September 26.

The demolition operation, executed with the necessary presence of police personnel to ensure law and order, brought down a substantial structure spanning approximately 500 square meters.

Investigations by the BDA revealed that the banquet hall was not only built without the requisite approvals and permissions from the authorities but was also found to be encroaching upon government land, a serious violation of urban development norms.

According to BDA officials, due process was meticulously followed before the demolition commenced.

Notices had been previously issued to Mohammad Islam regarding the illegal construction. However, authorities confirmed that no satisfactory response or legitimate documentation proving the legality of the structure was presented by the owner within the stipulated time frame. This lack of compliance ultimately led to the BDA's decision to proceed with the demolition order.

The owner, Mohammad Islam, has been a figure of public interest since his alleged involvement in the September 26 violence.

While the BDA's action primarily addresses the illegal construction, the timing and the identity of the owner add a layer of public discourse, highlighting the administration's resolve to act against lawbreakers, whether for urban violations or other serious accusations.

This action by the Bareilly Development Authority is part of a broader, ongoing campaign across various cities in Uttar Pradesh to identify and raze illegal structures.

Such initiatives aim to restore order in urban landscapes, reclaim public and government land, and ensure that all construction activities adhere strictly to the master plan and building codes. The demolition serves as a stark reminder that unauthorized constructions, irrespective of the owner's status, will face firm action from the authorities.