In a major demolition drive, more than 100 houses and hutments built on collector’s land in Devi Mandir area of Malwani in Mumbai were razed, officials said on Tuesday.
Residents have alleged that they have been living there not for a few years, but for more than two decades. Despite their long-term residence, their homes were demolished.
According to police sources, the action was carried out jointly by the Collector’s office and the BMC following directions from the guardian minister.
Officials reportedly spared structures whose occupants could produce documents proving residence prior to 2011. However, homes belonging to those without such proof were demolished.
All the affected structures were built on collector-owned land in the Malwani Gaon Devi Mandir area.
