Nagpur Identifies 278 Dilapidated Buildings, Demolishes Only 67 Before Monsoon With the monsoon season approaching Nagpur, hundreds of families living in or near unsafe structures continue to face significant risks. The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has identified 278 dilapidated buildings and houses across the city for the 2025-26 fiscal year, but only 67 have been demolished so far. Data compiled by the civic body’s fire and emergency services department highlights that a large number of hazardous structures remain standing, raising concerns over public safety during the rainy season. The highest concentration of unsafe buildings was reported in Gandhibagh zone, where 137 structures were declared hazardous. However, only 21 have been demolished, while action remains pending in 108 cases and four appeals are under consideration, according to information shared by Chief Fire Officer Tushar Barahte. Sataranjipura zone recorded the most extensive enforcement, with 23 of the 30 identified structures demolished. In contrast, Ashi Nagar and Mangalwari zones, where 13 and 10 unsafe buildings were identified respectively, have reported neither demolition nor issuance of notices. Dharampeth zone identified 17 dangerous structures and demolished six, while four houses were vacated as a precaution. Dhantoli zone razed nine of its 21 unsafe buildings. In Nehru Nagar, only two demolitions have been carried out despite 14 structures being declared dilapidated, while 11 have undergone repairs. Officials stated that delays in several cases are due to court proceedings, ownership disputes, and non-compliance by property owners. Activists have raised concerns about whether the pace of enforcement is sufficient to prevent potential building collapses and safeguard residents.#gandhibagh_zone #nagpur_municipal_corporation #nmc #sataranjipura_zone #tushar_barahte
