A month after Aliganj fire tragedy, commercial use of residential properties persists

The Aliganj fire on June 22 killed 15 people and injured 9, yet commercial use of residential properties persists in Lucknow.

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) issued notices to over 122 hotels, guest houses, and banquet halls for violating norms.

Inspections found unauthorised construction, misuse of residential premises for commercial activities, and fire safety violations.

Residents allege many establishments continue operating without changes, and accountability is lacking despite past tragedies like the Levana Suites fire.

LDA says cases are pending in court, and further action awaits court orders while sealing of violating properties continues.