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Illegal Hotel Demolished in MP's Ashoknagar Over Permits & ₹5 Lakh Dues

Authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Ashoknagar district demolished an illegally constructed hotel, Azad Palace, for operating without municipal permission and having significant unpaid electricity bills. The owners had been served multiple notices and also faced action for another unauthorized property. In a separate event, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated development projects and launched youth-focused digital and skill initiatives in Ujjain. These programs aim to equip young people with coding, career guidance, and industry-relevant skills for future employment.

Key Points: Illegal Hotel Demolished in Ashoknagar, MP | Unpaid Dues & Violations

  • Illegal hotel demolished
  • ₹5 lakh electricity dues
  • Multiple notices served
  • Youth skill programs launched
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MP: District administration demolishes illegal hotel in Ashoknagar

MP district administration demolishes Azad Palace hotel in Ashoknagar for illegal construction & ₹5 lakh power dues. CM also launches youth initiatives in Ujjain.

"The hotel was being operated illegally here without taking required permissions... - SDM Shubhrata Tripathi"

Ashoknagar, December 29

An illegal hotel operating in Madhya Pradesh's Ashoknagar district was demolished on Monday in a joint drive carried out by the district administration and Nagar Palika, an official said.

The action was taken because the hotel was constructed without obtaining the required permission from the Nagar Palika and without complying with regulations. Additionally, outstanding dues from the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Board (MPEB) amounted to around Rs 5 lakh.

Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Shubhrata Tripathi said, "The hotel, identified as Azad Palace, is owned by Azad Khan, Shahid Khan and Rashid Khan. The hotel was being operated illegally here without taking required permissions under the Nagar Palika act. Additionally, the owners also did not seek permission for the execution of the basement. MPEB also informed that the owners had outstanding dues of electricity bill amounting to around Rs 5 lakh."

"The owners were sufficiently informed and also served three notices from the Nagar Palika in this regard and asked to vacate the place. Now, an action is being taken to remove the illegal encroachment from the site. They also had another farmhouse in Kolua, which was also built without permission, so we have taken action in that matter as well," Tripathi added.

Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav laid the foundation stone and inaugurated 12 development works and projects worth approximately Rs 129 crore in Ujjain district on Monday.

CM Yadav inaugurated three key youth-focused initiatives on the occasion. He launched Project Swadhyay (Coding for All), under which students will be introduced to coding and digital thinking from an early age.

The CM also launched the UtkarshUjjain.com portal, an integrated digital platform for learning, guidance, and career opportunities for youth.

Additionally, the Kaushal Setu industry-led skill development program was launched to bridge the gap between education and industry, equipping youth with skills aligned with real-world industry needs.

Addressing the programme held at Nanakheda Stadium in Ujjain, the Chief Minister said, "These initiatives will ensure that Ujjain's youth are not only limited to academic degrees but also are prepared to be job-ready, startup-ready and future-ready."

- ANI

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Priya S
While I support enforcing rules, I hope the owners were given a fair chance and proper rehabilitation time. Demolition affects livelihoods of workers too. The focus should be on compliance, not just punishment.
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Rohit P
Rs 5 lakh electricity dues!? This is why our discoms are in loss. People think they can just not pay. Strict action like this is needed across MP and India. Pay your bills on time!
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Anjali F
The development projects and youth initiatives in Ujjain sound promising. Project Swadhyay for coding is a great step. We need more such skill-based programs to prepare our youth for the future. 👏
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David E
Interesting contrast in the article - enforcement on one hand, development on the other. This is how governance should work: clear out illegal structures while building new opportunities. Hope the execution matches the announcement.
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Karthik V
They had a farmhouse in Kolua too? Seems like a pattern of ignoring regulations. Three notices were given, so they had ample warning. Can't blame the authorities here. Safety and legality matter.

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