Delhi Building Boom: 4 Lakh Structures Added in 7 Years, Raising Safety Concerns
An open-source intelligence analysis by India Today reveals the rapid expansion of Delhi's built-up landscape between 2016 and 2023. The total number of buildings in the national capital surged by 18 percent, rising from 24.1 lakh to 28.4 lakh, adding over four lakh new structures in seven years. In areas like Satya Niketan, out of over 1,700 structures analysed, 38 percent recorded an increase in height since 2016. Furthermore, 70 structures recorded height increases of more than five metres. The data raises critical concerns regarding compliance with building norms, structural load capacity, and construction clearances.
