MCD to Survey Heritage Sites for Encroachment, Bulldozers to Roar in Delhi

• MCD launches new survey to identify encroachments around Delhi's protected heritage sites.
• Decision follows a Delhi High Court order to survey buildings near heritage properties for compliance.
• Survey teams will include an official from the Heritage Conservation Committee (HCC).
• Phase one targets over 85 Grade-1 heritage sites, including Shahjahanabad wall, Town Hall, and Mirza Ghalib's Tomb.
• The initiative aims to protect historical identity and take strict action against illegal constructions.