BHOPAL, March 4 -- The Jabalpur High Court has granted a four-week stay on the demolition of 384 houses in Bhopal's Motinagar settlement, postponing the process until at least April 1. The decision follows a petition filed by residents demanding rehabilitation benefits.
Following the court's order, administrative officials held discussions on Monday. Collector Kaushalendra Vikram Singh called for a meeting with relevant authorities to review the situation. The High Court has sought a response from the government before the next hearing.
Congress leader Manoj Shukla supported the residents' demand for rehabilitation, stating that resettlement would benefit the poor. The High Court's order ensures that no demolition will take place until fu...