Ludhiana, March 12 -- A recent survey conducted by the municipal corporation (MC) have highlighted widespread illegal constructions across the city, with officials identifying over 300 illegal and under-construction buildings across the four civic zones even as residents and activists allege nexus between violators and officials.

According to the zone-wise list prepared by the MC, Zone C reported the highest number of violations with 152 illegal buildings, followed by Zone A with 81, Zone D with 49, and Zone B with 37 illegal structures.

Officials said the survey was conducted recently to identify buildings constructed without approval, those with major deviations from sanctioned building plans and structures coming up without mandatory...