Surat: BJP Leader's Illegal Structure Demolished, Materials Returned Hours Later

Surat municipal officials demolished an illegal rooftop structure linked to a BJP leader's property, then returned seized materials within hours. Opposition leaders questioned whether influential people receive preferential treatment. Civic officials defended the action, citing paid demolition charges. The incident sparked political controversy in Gujarat, raising concerns about fairness and equal law application. Meanwhile, the state faces internal BJP tensions in Narmada district, where a MLA staged a symbolic fast after alleging public humiliation at a government event.