Farmhouse Row: Chandigarh’s Green Hurdle
Chandigarh administration faces a major roadblock in regularizing numerous farmhouses across the city. The issue is mired in a complex web of conflicting regulations.
Forest laws, stringent Supreme Court guidelines, and inter-departmental disagreements are proving insurmountable obstacles. An already sensitive ecological zone adds another layer of complexity.
Numerous applications for regularization have been flatly rejected. Even proposed new guidelines have faced stiff resistance from both the Forest and Tourism Departments.
This impasse leaves hundreds of farmhouse owners in legal limbo, impacting property values and investment confidence. The administration needs to find a solution that balances development with environmental protection, or risk a prolonged legal battle. The long-term implications for Chandigarh’s urban planning and economic stability are considerable. This situation highlights the urgent need for clearer, more unified policies regarding land use in environmentally sensitive areas across India.
