Gurugram agencies to coordinate action against encroachments on public land

The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has said it will coordinate with other civic bodies to act against illegal encroachments and constructions on public land.

The action follows directions from the Supreme Court on dealing with encroachments and illegal construction on such land. GMDA said the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) and Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) will be part of the coordinated effort to reclaim public property.

For Gurugram residents, the announcement signals a potential increase in enforcement activity involving land managed by different public agencies. The stated aim is to recover public land from unauthorised occupation, though details on locations, timelines and the form of enforcement have not been specified.

Residents, businesses and property holders near public land may need to watch for notices or action by the relevant agency. Any enforcement will involve multiple bodies whose jurisdictions cover different parts of the city.