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3mo ago

Delhi HC Quashes PWD’s Unauthorized Chandni Chowk Panel Order

The court rebuked the Delhi government for misreading its directive and ordered the withdrawal of the March 26 panel formation, setting a July 9 hearing for further steps.

The HC asked how the PWD issued the order dated March 26 constituting the committee, even though the court had not authorised it. (HT Archive)
Following submissions, the court directed immediate withdrawal of the March 26 order, stating, “Accordingly, the order be withdrawn at the earliest.” The matter will be heard next on July 9. (HT archives)

Overview

  • The Delhi High Court directed the immediate withdrawal of the PWD’s March 26 order forming a high-level committee for Chandni Chowk maintenance, citing non-compliance with its earlier directive.
  • The court emphasized that its February 18 order only sought suggestions for forming a committee, not its unilateral establishment by the PWD.
  • Delhi government counsel admitted the misstep, attributing it to a misreading of the court’s instructions, and assured that the March 26 order would be rescinded.
  • The Chandni Chowk Sarv Vyapar Mandal’s PIL highlighted administrative failures, alleging that poor coordination and neglect undermined the ₹140-crore redevelopment project.
  • The court has scheduled the next hearing for July 9, 2025, to review progress on proper suggestions for a committee to oversee Chandni Chowk’s preservation and maintenance.