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Three Arrested After Attack on Gurugram Demolition Drive Over Illegal Warehouses

Police say video evidence will guide further action after an FIR named local figures plus dozens of unidentified suspects.

Overview

  • Police arrested warehouse owners Satyavir Yadav, Ajeet Kumar and Ram Avatar on Tuesday for allegedly joining stone pelting during the Kankrola demolition drive.
  • An FIR at Kherki Daula police station names Rakesh Hayatpur, two councillors Bal Krishan and Dinesh Yadav, and property firm Avenue 26 Realty, along with roughly 60 unidentified people.
  • Officers said a mob attacked the DTCP team on Monday in Sector 87, injuring earthmover operator Ganguly and damaging government vehicles and equipment.
  • DTCP officials said the operation targeted warehouses built illegally over 6.8 acres and followed prior notices, with partial demolition already underway when the violence broke out.
  • Investigators say they have video recordings of suspects and will determine individual roles before taking further legal action.