Rohtak: The Haryana state enforcement bureau has registered an FIR against nine people, including family members of BJP MLA Ghanshyam Saraf, for allegedly developing an illegal colony on agricultural land in Bhiwani district.The case was registered on a complaint filed by Bhiwani district town planner Narender Nain.The complaint alleges an unauthorised colony was carved out over 4.2 acres of land in the revenue estate of Bhiwani Loharu, near Jui feeder on Bhiwani-Tosham Road, an area falling within the notified urban area limits. The complaint says the owners carried out illegal subdivision of agricultural land, constructed DPCs (damp proof courses) and developed a road network without obtaining the mandatory licence under the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975. The FIR was registered under Sections 3, 7(i), 7(ii) and 10 of the Act. Those named include MLA Saraf’s wife Premlata, Mohit Goyal, Manisha, Nirmala, Mayadevi, Rachna, Shweta, Aman Garg and Manisha Garg, who are stated to be owners and developers of the land. Officials said these violations carry a penalty of up to three years imprisonment. The FIR said the illegal colony activities continued even after official warnings. The department issued a show-cause notice on June 27, 2025, followed by a restoration order on July 10, 2025, directing the landowners to restore the land to its original condition. A Bhiwani police spokesperson said further action will be taken based on findings regarding the extent of violations and involvement of each accused. MLA Saraf was not available for comments despite repeated attempts on his cellphone. MSID:: 130555520 413 |
