Instead of taking the matter seriously, Dy Commissioner South Lal Chand used derogatory language with Early Post senior correspondent, telling him that it’s none of his business to seek action and that the JMC will do as they please. This behavior not only reflects poorly on the Dy Commissioner but also raises questions about the seriousness of the JMC’s enforcement section in stopping unauthorized constructions
The incident highlights the lack of enforcement of building bylaws and the JMC’s failure to take action against owners who raise constructions without observing mandatory setbacks. Setbacks and building laws are essential to ensure that buildings are constructed at a safe distance from roads, neighboring properties, and other hazards, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries
Jammu: The Jammu Municipal Corporation’s (JMC) claim of zero tolerance towards unauthorized constructions was exposed when Early Post senior correspondent called Dy Commissioner South, JMC Lal Chand, to report an ongoing unauthorized construction at residential plot 561/A, Gandhi Nagar, Ward-21.Instead of taking the matter seriously, Dy Commissioner South Lal Chand used derogatory language with correspondent, telling him that it’s none of his business to seek action and that the JMC will do as they please. This behavior not only reflects poorly on the Dy Commissioner but also raises questions about the seriousness of the JMC’s enforcement section in stopping unauthorized constructions.
The incident highlights the lack of enforcement of building bylaws and the JMC’s failure to take action against owners who raise constructions without observing mandatory setbacks. Setbacks and building laws are essential to ensure that buildings are constructed at a safe distance from roads, neighboring properties, and other hazards, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
Early Post had previously published a detailed story along with pictures, exposing the building irregularities in Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, where Virinder Sharma, son of Devi Dass Sharma, is constructing a residential building without adhering to the mandatory setbacks. Despite approving the site plan, the JMC has failed to take action, raising concerns about transparency and accountability under the Jammu Municipal Corporation Act, 2000, and the Unified Building Bye-Laws, 2021.
The incident raises several questions about the JMC’s commitment to enforcing building bylaws and its accountability to the public. The use of derogatory language by the Dy Commissioner South and the lack of action against unauthorized constructions undermine the JMC’s claim of zero tolerance and highlight the need for greater transparency and accountability.
