The Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation (VVMC) has demolished 34 unauthorised buildings in Nalasopara following directives from the Bombay High Court. The buildings, located in Agrawal Nagari, were constructed on land reserved for a dumping ground and a sewage treatment plant (STP). This action is part of a larger drive to clear illegal encroachments across the region.

The demolition, which began on January 23, has led to significant distress for over 1,000 families who had been residing in these structures for years. Despite their long-standing settlement, these residents were served notices by the VVMC, instructing them to vacate the properties by January 22, 2025, as the land is designated for vital public infrastructure projects.