In a decisive ruling, the Supreme Court held that unauthorized constructions cannot be legitimized merely because authorities delayed action or remained inactive for years. The judgment, delivered in Rajendra Kumar Barjatya & Anr. vs. U.P. Avas Evam Vikas Parishad & Ors. (Civil Appeal No. 14604/2024) and Rajeev Gupta & Ors. vs. U.P. Avas Evam Vikas
