Lucknow, June 23 -- The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has initiated demolition proceedings against the building involved in the Aliganj coaching centre fire incident that claimed 15 lives, stating that commercial activities were being carried out on premises approved for residential use.

According to the LDA, notices have been issued to the building owners after the construction was found to be in violation of the sanctioned building plan.

The authority said the owners have been asked to submit their response within 15 days, failing which demolition proceedings will be initiated under the provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Urban Planning and Development Act.

"Bulldozer action to be taken against the illegal building involved in the ...