Addressing construction in danger zones is crucial to ensuring safety and minimising the risks posed by natural disasters and other hazards. It involves implementing strict building codes and guidelines that account for the specific vulnerabilities of an area, such as flood zones, earthquake-prone regions, or areas with high wildfire risk. Builders and developers must engage in comprehensive site assessments, utilising advanced technology and engineering practices to mitigate risks. Additionally, integrating sustainable practices can enhance resilience by creating structures that not only withstand potential threats but also benefit the environment. Through proactive planning and community involvement, we can enhance safety and protect lives in these vulnerable areas.

🚨 Addressing Construction in Danger Zone: Ongoing Concern and Inter-Governmental Redressal Issues in Mirzapur

This blog post focuses on the critical problem of unauthorised construction in designated danger zones in Mirzapur, as highlighted in grievance documents (Registration Nos: GOVUP/E/2025/0066075 and GOVUP/E/2025/0008494). These grievances call for urgent attention to the risks posed by illegal construction in high-risk areas.
Authorities designate danger zones to protect residents and the environment. However, illegal construction in danger zones continues to rise. This trend jeopardises local safety and also violates regulatory frameworks. Moreover, the growing disregard for regulations highlights an urgent need for enforcement.
Furthermore, residents struggle to obtain appropriate responses from government authorities in Uttar Pradesh. This situation raises significant questions about accountability and responsiveness.
Repeated attempts to communicate with officials have not yielded guidance, leaving residents frustrated.
Consequently, the need for a systematic approach has become more pressing than ever. Authorities must address these grievances and ensure adherence to safety regulations.

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1. The Core Issue: Addressing Construction in Danger Zone

The primary issue is unauthorised construction in a danger zone that violates a Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) notification, as reported by Anil Kumar Maurya. This breach of regulations poses immediate safety and compliance risks.

• The complainant highlights that this construction potentially poses a risk to public security and safety.

2. Conflicting Actions and Statements from Authorities

The grievances highlight a communication and action breakdown between the Central and State government entities involved:

A. Initial Action by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)

• IOCL’s Stance: Pramod Kumar Maurya, Operations Manager, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Eastern Region Pipelines, clarified that, as a department under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, IOCL’s role was to inform the State Government of the case. IOCL forwarded the issue, making the State Government the office responsible for taking enforcement steps locally.
• Formation of a Team: He further outlined that the District Administration, working under the State Government, is responsible for setting up a team. The Naib Tehsildar Sadar, Mirzapur, chairs this team, which is tasked with investigating complaints and taking regulatory action against illegal construction in accordance with the government notification.

B. State Government’s Alleged Arbitrary Redressal

• Inconsistent Comment: For Grievance No. GOVUP/E/2025/0066075, the complainant reports that UP State Government staff initially commented that “the matter does not concern the working of the state government.” This was in contrast to earlier confirmation from the District Administration, part of the State Government, that the issue falls within its jurisdiction.
• Contradiction: The statement from State Government staff conflicts with the District Administration’s prior acknowledgement of jurisdiction and its formation of a team led by the Naib Tehsildar Sadar, reflecting inconsistent recognition of responsibility within the State Government.

C. Allegations Against the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Sadar

The complainant repeatedly alleges that the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Sadar, Mirzapur, is “overlooking the matter” and providing a “parrot reply.”

• The ongoing lack of decisive action by the SDM Sadar persists, despite referrals and the formation of a local team, intensifying the complainant’s frustration and calls for official accountability.
• The grievance questions the justification of the SDM’s response, especially in a matter concerning public security.

3. Current Status and Demands for Resolution (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

The complainant is demanding a clear, accountable, and legally sound resolution:

• Rectification of Arbitrary Comment: The complainant requested that the arbitrary comment (that the matter does not concern the state government) be rectified by the concerned accountable staff.
• Stopping Procrastination: There is a strong accusation of procrastination and corruption against the Public authority, Tehsil Sadar.
• The complainant asks what steps the district administration’s team, chaired by the tehsildar Sadar, has taken to remove the encroachment.
• This situation reflects a governance impasse, as State and Central Governments defer responsibility, stalling effective resolution.

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4. Grievance Tracking Information

Complainant	Anil Kumar Maurya	Anil Kumar Maurya
Date of Receipt	16/06/2025	25/01/2025
Received By	Uttar Pradesh	Uttar Pradesh
Current Status	Grievance received	(Not explicitly stated, but history is provided)
Forwarded To	Shri Arvind Mohan (Joint Secretary), Uttar Pradesh	N/A

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❓ What’s Next in Addressing Construction in the Danger Zone? (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

The next crucial requirement is an explicit update from the committee, headed by the Naib Tehsildar Sadar and reporting to the District Administration, about the status of encroachment removal per the previously issued directions.

For grievance follow-up in Uttar Pradesh, use these contact methods:

🏛️ Grievance Portal and Concerned Officials (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

Uttar Pradesh Grievance Portal	Jansunwai – Samadhan Portal	Web Link: https://jansunwai.up.nic.in/
Web Information Manager (Jansunwai Portal)	Shri Arvind Mohan (Joint Secretary)	Email: jansunwai[dash]up[at]gov[dot]in (i.e., jansunwai-up@gov.in)
Chief Minister Secretariat	Shri Arvind Mohan (Joint Secretary)	Contact Number: 0522-2226350 (As per grievance)
Chief Minister Office (General Grievance Section)	Section Officer (Lok Shikayat Section-1)	Contact Number: 0522-2226457
CM Helpline	Chief Minister Helpline Number	Contact Number: 1076
Mirzapur District Magistrate (DM)	Shri Pawan Kumar Gangwar (I.A.S.)	Email: dmmir[at]nic[dot]in (i.e., dmmir@nic.in) Contact Number (DM Office): 05442-252480

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🗺️ Contacting Tehsil Sadar, Mirzapur (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

Direct inquiries to the District Magistrate’s office, as the committee reports here.

• For updates, email dmmir@nic.in, including your grievance numbers, to request a formal response.
• If needed, call the District Magistrate’s office for Tehsildar Sadar or Naib Tehsildar contact.

2. Online Status Tracking (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

You should continue to use the Jansunwai Portal to track updates on both your registration numbers:

• Web Link: https://jansunwai.up.nic.in/
• Function: Use the “Track Grievance” option on the portal with your registration number (GOVUP/E/2025/0066075 and GOVUP/E/2025/0008494) to check for the official report submitted by the Naib Tehsildar’s committee.

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💡 Suggested Next Step (Addressing Construction in Danger Zone)

For an effective follow-up, use the “Send Reminder” option on the Jansunwai portal for your pending grievance, or email the District Magistrate (dmmir@nic.in) with both grievance numbers. Clearly request a detailed report from the Naib Tehsildar Sadar’s committee and insist on a specific deadline for the next steps.