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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Living in a flat? Govt may soon introduce a new certificate that could reveal whether your building is actually safe to live in

The Centre is considering the introduction of durability certificates for buildings as concerns over unsafe construction practices and structural safety continue to grow across the country.

Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal said the proposal is being examined in response to recent incidents involving unsafe buildings, including cases where courts have ordered demolitions after structures were found unfit for occupation.

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