India, June 10 -- The Humayunpur area in south Delhi wore a semi-deserted look on Tuesday, with several owners and locals alleging the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) had told them their establishments were running illegal and directed them vacate their premises. However, no official orders had been issued in this regard.

Home to several well-known restaurants and cafes, the urban village tucked inside Safdarjung Enclave has become increasingly popular over the last few years, particularly with people looking for the authentic Korean, Ladakhi, Tibetan, and northeastern flavours. However, a number of these establishments are now under the scanner, with authorities assessing their legality in the area.

On Tuesday, during an HT spot c...