Supreme Court Seeks State Reports on Action Taken Against Illegal Constructions

The Supreme Court has asked state governments to submit reports detailing steps taken against illegal buildings across the country. The directive comes amid growing concerns over unauthorized constructions posing public safety risks. A High Court had earlier ordered civic authorities to conduct a senior-level inquiry into whether a collapsed building and similar structures had received valid permissions. The move reflects the judiciary's push for greater accountability from local bodies in regulating construction activity.