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Summary:
A resident of Chander Kunj Army Towers in Kochi, retired Army Colonel Ciby George, has filed a contempt of court petition against Ernakulam District Collector G. Priyanka in the Kerala High Court. George alleges that the Collector has not complied with a previous court order to evacuate, demolish, and reconstruct the twin towers, which were deemed structurally unsafe. The issue revolves around the failure to provide George with advance rent and relocation charges, which were promised to other residents who have already vacated. George is the only remaining resident, and argues the Collector’s inaction is delaying the project and unfairly depriving him of funds while others who opted for a buy-back scheme continue to receive rent. The court will hear the petition on December 18.
News Article:
Kochi Resident Files Contempt Petition Over Delayed Army Tower Demolition
Kochi, India – December 6, 2025 – A retired Army Colonel, Ciby George, the last remaining resident of the Chander Kunj Army Towers in Kochi, has filed a contempt of court petition against Ernakulam District Collector G. Priyanka, alleging non-compliance with a High Court order concerning the demolition and reconstruction of the structurally unsound twin towers.
The Kerala High Court previously ordered the demolition and reconstruction of the towers following concerns over their structural integrity. As part of the ruling, affected residents were to receive advance rent and relocation charges, funded through an escrow account managed by the Collector and funded by the Army Welfare Housing Organisation (AWHO).
However, George claims he has been unfairly denied these funds, leaving him the sole occupant of the unsafe building. He contends that the Collector, responsible for implementing the court’s verdict, has failed to ensure he receives the promised compensation.
“I am living in an unsafe building under constant threat,” stated George in his petition. “The Collector’s inaction is delaying the project and unjustly depriving me of funds, while other residents who have opted for a buy-back scheme continue to receive rent payments.”
The petition further alleges that the Collector has failed to finalize the buy-back scheme and reassess the scale of construction as directed by the court. George asserts that this delay is impacting the entire project, particularly affecting his situation.
The Kerala High Court is scheduled to hear the contempt of court petition on December 18, 2025. The outcome of the hearing could have significant implications for the future of the Chander Kunj Army Towers project and the safety of the surrounding community.
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