What is the penalty for illegal construction on Kolkata road under West Bengal law?

Illegal construction encroaching on Kolkata roads can be penalized under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 which empowers municipal authorities to demolish and recover costs. The Calcutta High Court has directed Kolkata corporations to remove road encroachments within stipulated timelines under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997. Violations attract demolition, fine, and prosecution of the owner in Kolkata. The Calcutta High Court has held that notice must be given unless the encroachment is on a public road causing immediate hazard in Kolkata. The West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 provides for compounding of certain encroachments on payment of penalty. Citizens can report road encroachments in Kolkata to the municipal commissioner. The Calcutta High Court has warned against politically motivated delay in demolishing road encroachments in Kolkata.