India, Jan. 20 -- A one-day Architects' Meet, held on Monday, stressed the importance of consulting architects at the initial stage of construction to avoid future costs and legal complications. The event was organised by the Manipur Architects' Forum in association with the Town Planning Department at the City Convention Centre in Imphal to mark the Foundation Day of the Manipur Architects' Forum (MAF).

Nongthombam Benju Singh, Chief Town Planner, Government of Manipur, who attended the programme as the guest of honour, spoke on the Online Building Approval System, the deemed approval mechanism, and the accountability of empanelled architects. He urged architects to strictly adhere to prescribed norms and regulations.

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