India, Oct. 12 -- The Municipal Corporation of Delhi took demolition action against 1,046 properties across the capital's 12 zones between September 6 and October 10, sealing 282 properties and razing 47 dangerous buildings, as the civic body intensified its crackdown on illegal construction under the directions of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Chief Minister's Office said on Sunday.

The Chief Minister said the ongoing drive aimed to ensure public safety and prevent potential accidents linked to unsafe structures, and directed the corporation to sustain and accelerate the demolition campaign across the city.

According to the data released by the Chief Minister's Office, demolition action was carried out against 158 properties in Rohin...