MEERUT, June 5 -- Samajwadi Party MP from Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal Ziaur Rahman Barq through his counsel has submitted a formal construction map to the Sambhal SDM's court seeking its approval in an ongoing case pertaining to the alleged illegal construction at Barq's residence in Deepa Sarai locality in that district, officials said.

Confirming it, Sambhal SDM Vandana Mishra said, "A map has been submitted for the new construction at the MP's residence. The next hearing is scheduled for June 12 during which further action will be determined."

The map was submitted on Tuesday (June 3). The MP's counsel Mohammad Naeem also expressed willingness to pay the penalty levied for the 'unapproved' construction, they added. Barq has been accused ...