Gurugram, June 16 -- Illegal constructions and unauthorised commercial units near Gurugram's Galleria road in Chakkarpur were demolished on Tuesday as part of a demolition drive by the enforcement wing of the department of town and country planning (DTCP).

According to DTCP, 13 illegal structures were demolished with the assistance of police force from sector-29 police station.

Amit Madholia, district town planner, said that structures, including a number of shops, which were constructed in violation of rules were demolished.

"This action has been carried out in conformity with the Supreme Court's orders. Ongoing arbitration proceedings between private parties cannot legitimise illegal constructions, nor can they halt statutory action,...