India, Oct. 2 -- MEERUT The crackdown on those accused in the recent Bareilly violence has now extended to their assets, with the Bareilly Development Authority (BDA) and district administration moving against illegally constructed houses, markets and community halls linked to them. Officials have identified over 100 properties of the 82 arrested accused and their aides, and after Dussehra, sealing action is likely to begin.

According to officials, the BDA has marked properties that were built in violation of approved maps. Each site is being compared with sanctioned building plans through a combination of record checks and ground surveys. If irregularities are found, authorities will first seal the premises, issue notices to the owners ...