# Gujarat High Court Questions SMC Over Charging for Rehab After Illegal Demolition

2026-08-10T09:52:38+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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On Monday, the Gujarat High Court asked the Surat Municipal Corporation under what legal authority it is charging residents of Nasir Nagar for rehabilitation after their homes were demolished. The court also sought an explanation why the Surat Municipal Commissioner and senior police officers should be permitted to continue in their posts. The demolition drive has been termed "illegal" by the court.

## Coverage

- livelaw.in <https://www.livelaw.in/high-court/gujarat-high-court/gujarat-high-court-state-government-surat-municipal-corporation-demolition-545057>

Tags: demolition, Gujarat High Court, illegal demolition, property rights, rehabilitation, Surat Municipal Corporation
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