New Delhi, July 9 -- The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has issued a public notice warning against unauthorised occupation and encroachment on DDA-owned land, stating that such land is government property and any illegal occupation, construction or use is a violation of the law.

The authority said encroachments may be removed without prior notice, with demolition costs recovered from violators. It also warned of legal action, including demolition, recovery of damages and registration of FIRs where necessary.

The DDA has urged the public to avoid dealing in properties on DDA land without verifying their legal status and to report encroachments through its offices or the DDA-311 mobile application.

Earlier on July 3, Delhi Lieutenant ...