Shimla, Sept. 19 -- Construction of high-rise buildings in the ecofragile areas of the state and violations of Section 118 of Himachal Pradesh Tenancy & Land Reforms Act, 1972, come under the scanner as the Himachal Pradesh high court has sought details regarding permissions granted under Section 118 of the Act over the last decade for Solan (Barog area specifically), Nahan and Shimla.

Section 118, Himachal Pradesh Tenancy & Land Reforms Act, 1972, prohibits the transfer of agricultural land to non-agriculturists and non-residents within the state to protect local farmers, prevent land speculation, and preserve the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. This section prohibits non-agriculturists from owning agricultural land without state sanction....