Chandigarh, Nov. 3 -- Acting against unauthorised alterations, the UT administration on Sunday conducted a demolition drive at Nexus Elante Mall, one of the largest commercial centres in the tricity.

The action followed a physical inspection conducted on August 8, 2025, which revealed multiple violations made without prior approval from the competent authority. A show-cause notice was subsequently issued to the lessee, and after granting due opportunity of hearing, the sub-divisional magistrate (East), exercising the powers of the Estate Officer, passed the demolition orders.

Key violations include conversion of around 22,000 square feet of parking area into landscaping/greenery, operation of an open cafe/restaurant with temporary struc...