<h1>West Bengal demolishes 500 illegal constructions after Garden Reach collapse; 1,000 more receive notices for removal.</h1> Following the collapse of an illegal building in Kolkata's Garden Reach area last year, West Bengal's Urban Development Minister announced that 500 illegal constructions have been demolished and unauthorized projects have ceased. Notices were issued to 1,000 illegal constructions. The minister urged other civic bodies to adopt similar measures. The collapse resulted in 12 fatalities. During a budget speech, the minister criticized the opposition's absence and highlighted a significant budget increase under the current government. He noted improvements in water-related projects across urban bodies and emphasized the state's policy of not charging water tax while urging conservation.