Palghar Court Clears Demolition of 54-Shop Illegal Shed Near Boisar

The Palghar District Court has dismissed an appeal against the demolition of an unauthorised commercial shed near Boisar railway station, clearing the way for the Revenue Department to proceed with the demolition.

The shed, which comprises 54 commercial units, was constructed without obtaining mandatory permission from the competent planning authority and was therefore deemed illegal. The action against the shed is part of a special anti-encroachment drive launched by the Palghar district administration to remove encroachments from government, grazing, and tribal lands across the district.

District Judge A. R. Rahane, in an order dated July 23, upheld the action initiated by the Revenue Department, ruling that the structure had been built without the necessary approvals. The court noted that the District Collector had already rejected an application seeking regularisation of the construction on December 10, 2025.

The Tehsildar of Boisar, Ramesh Shendge, had issued an order on February 3 directing the landowners to remove the unauthorised structure within seven days. However, the landowners challenged the order and obtained an interim stay on the demolition. They argued that an application seeking regularisation of the construction was pending before the District Collector.

The court observed that the action initiated by the Tehsildar under Sections 52, 53, and 54 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning (MRTP) Act was lawful. The court also noted that the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by the Gram Panchayat had clearly stipulated that prior approval from the District Collector was mandatory for converting the land to non-agricultural use.

As the condition had not been fulfilled, the Gram Panchayat’s NOC could not be treated as conferring legal validity on the construction. Consequently, the interim stay granted earlier was also vacated.

The demolition drive against the unauthorised commercial shed will be carried out once the ongoing panchnama process in flood-affected areas is completed, according to Shendge. The court's decision is a significant setback for the owners of the shed, who were earning substantial monthly income from renting out the shops despite lacking statutory approvals.

The Palghar district administration's anti-encroachment drive aims to remove encroachments from government, grazing, and tribal lands across the district. The drive is part of a broader effort to ensure that development in the district is carried out in accordance with the law and that government revenue is not lost due to illegal constructions.

The court's decision is expected to have significant implications for the district, as it sets a precedent for the demolition of unauthorised structures. The decision also highlights the importance of obtaining necessary approvals before constructing any structure, and the consequences of failing to do so.

In conclusion, the Palghar District Court's decision to dismiss the appeal against the demolition of the unauthorised commercial shed near Boisar railway station is a significant step towards ensuring that development in the district is carried out in accordance with the law. The decision is expected to have far-reaching implications for the district and will likely serve as a deterrent to those who seek to construct illegal structures.

The demolition of the shed will not only help to remove an illegal structure but also send a strong message to those who seek to flout the law. The Palghar district administration's efforts to remove encroachments from government, grazing, and tribal lands are commendable, and the court's decision is a significant victory for the administration.

The decision is also a reminder that the law will be upheld, and those who seek to break it will face the consequences. The Palghar District Court's decision is a significant step towards ensuring that justice is served, and that the rule of law is upheld in the district.