In this detailed ground report, journalist Geetanjali brings you the untold story from Taimoor Nagar, South-East Delhi, where nearly 100 homes have been demolished by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The action follows a Delhi High Court order dated April 28, issued in response to a petition by residents of the Maharani Bagh locality. The court had deemed structures built within 9 meters of the adjacent drain (nala) as encroachments, blaming them for waterlogging during monsoon seasons. However, for many residents of Taimoor Nagar, this demolition is not just a legal issue but a humanitarian crisis. Locals say they’ve been living there for over 40 years, with full access to government-provided electricity, water, gas, and sewage systems. Yet, no rehabilitation plan was presented before nearly 2,000 people were rendered homeless. Power and water connections were severed ahead of the demolition.