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The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has undertaken an enforcement drive in Ludhiana, demolishing 13 unauthorised buildings and removing infrastructure across three illegal housing colonies in Dhandra, Manakwal and Mehmoodpura. The action followed repeated violations by developers who continued construction despite statutory notices. Authorities have reiterated that such colonies lack regulatory approvals and will not be provided civic services, including water, sewerage and electricity. The drive forms part of a wider crackdown on unplanned urban development and aims to deter unauthorised plotting activity. GLADA has also cautioned buyers against investing in unapproved layouts and indicated that further enforcement and legal proceedings against errant developers are underway.
The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) carried out a demolition drive in the past week, demolishing 13 unauthorised buildings and dismantling infrastructure in three illegal housing colonies located in Dhandra, Manakwal and Mehmoodpura villages in Ludhiana, following continued violations of planning regulations and non-compliance with statutory approvals. Advertisement
The operation was led by GLADA's regulatory wing, with support from police personnel and a duty magistrate, in accordance with demolition orders issued by the competent authority. Enforcement teams removed structures and uprooted internal roads that had been developed without approval, targeting layouts that had bypassed mandatory planning permissions.
Officials indicated that developers had been served multiple notices directing them to halt construction activity. However, work continued despite these warnings, prompting the authority to proceed with demolition. The exercise was carried out without resistance, with authorities stating that enforcement action became necessary due to repeated non-compliance.
The authority stated that the drive forms part of a broader strategy to address unauthorised real estate development in the district. It was indicated that certain developers had been marketing plots in these colonies at lower prices, despite lacking statutory approvals and basic infrastructure provisions, thereby attracting buyers without disclosing associated legal risks.
GLADA has issued a public advisory warning prospective buyers against purchasing property in such colonies. It clarified that developments without approval would not be eligible for essential civic services, including water supply, sewerage connections and electricity. Authorities also cautioned that investments in such properties carry the risk of demolition, potentially resulting in financial loss for buyers.
In addition to demolition, officials indicated that legal proceedings are being initiated against developers responsible for unauthorised construction. The authority has emphasised the need for due diligence in property transactions, advising buyers to verify land titles, layout approvals and colony status through official records before committing to purchases.
The enforcement action is part of a continuing series of regulatory measures in Ludhiana aimed at curbing unplanned urban expansion. Authorities have indicated that similar drives will continue in the coming weeks to prevent further violations and ensure adherence to planning norms.
The demolition drive highlights ongoing regulatory challenges in peri-urban areas, where unauthorised colonies continue to emerge despite enforcement measures. It also reinforces the role of planning authorities in monitoring development activity and maintaining compliance with statutory frameworks, particularly in markets where lower entry costs in unapproved layouts continue to attract buyers despite associated legal and infrastructure risks.
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