January 6, 2010 1:05 PM

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Delhi HC pulls up MCD for demolishing a night shelter

The Delhi High Court today pulled up the MCD for demolishing a night shelter in the name of beautification drive and the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in the city. The court said it is an obligation of the civic agency to provide shelter to homeless persons in the capital.<br/>A bench headed by Chief Justice A P Shah directed the MCD to place before it the order under which the night shelter on Pusa Road here was demolished on December 22 without providing alternative accommodation to the people living there.<br/>The MCD apologised for its action and informed the court that alternative arrangements have been made for the people living there from January 1. The court listed the matter for further hearing on Thursday.<br/>

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