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10. On behalf of the petitioners in W.P.(C) 6850/2024, following submissions have been made:

10.1 Given the poor construction quality of the Signature View Apartments, the petitioners and their family members, that includes senior citizens, children and toddlers, are under imminent and perilous threat to their lives. So far there have been several instances of fall of plaster. The pillars of some of the buildings have developed deep cracks and the steel bars are rusted. The pillars are not in a condition and do not have the strength to take load of and support multi-storey building. 10.2 The delinquent officials of the DDA have compromised with the quality of building materials, as well as structural constructions of the multi-

10.7 The petitioners are facing the present situation only on account of corruption and poor construction of the building by the DDA. Whereas, the DDA has inducted such a Clause in the Rehabilitation Offer letter, that it makes the initiation of Rehabilitation Programme impossible in near future, as there is unlikelihood of all flat owners willingly handing over the possession of the flats, which is a condition precedent for initiation of demolition and entitlement of rent, even for those who are willing to hand over the possession.

Inspection report of IIT Delhi, clearly highlights structural defects in the buildings which can only be attributed to flawed construction, poor oversight and supervision, which was undoubtedly the responsibility of the DDA. It is surprising that, despite collecting Rs. 20.80 cr from allottees for maintenance for 30 years, DDA is taking recourse to a legal alibi that is infructuous in the first place.
Further, for the future, DDA may ensure incorporation of mandatory clauses in its tender documents, that in case of any eventuality of structural defects, due to poor construction/material, comes to light, criminal action along with financial recovery, shall be initiated against the developer/contractor. For this purpose, suitable legal provisions may be incorporated in the rules and acts that govern such contracts/tenders.