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26 August 2026

Relocation of slum clusters near PM residence

The topic involves the application of the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971, and judicial oversight of rehabilitation processes for vulnerable slum populations, which are relevant to governance and welfare administration.

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Notes

  • Delhi High Court granted six weeks to residents of three slum clusters (Bhai Ram Camp, Masjid Camp, and DID Colony) near Lok Kalyan Marg to relocate to Savda Ghevra.
  • A panel has been ordered to oversee the rehabilitation process for the displaced slum residents.
  • The Supreme Court declined to intervene in the Delhi Race Club's challenge against an eviction order concerning an 84-acre plot on Lok Kalyan Marg.
  • The Delhi Race Club was directed to approach the jurisdictional District Judge, the designated appellate authority under the law.
  • The eviction of the Delhi Race Club is governed by the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971.
  • The Centre contends that the Delhi Race Club's lease expired on December 31, 1994, and has remained unrenewed, rendering the occupation unauthorised.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 2 in Relocation of slum clusters near PM residence, which has been running since 26 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971, in the context of managing government land and resolving disputes regarding expired leases. 150 words
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  2. Urban relocation of slum clusters involves a complex balance between the right to shelter and the requirements of urban planning and public land management. Analyze the role of the judiciary in ensuring a rights-based approach to rehabilitation. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which legislation was the eviction order for the Delhi Race Club premises passed by the Estate Officer?

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