The towers, taller than Qutub Minar in the national capital, included Apex (32 storeys) and Ceyane (29 storeys), which were part of the Emerald Court, were found to be in violation of multiple regulations regarding construction following which a long legal battle was fought in the Allahabad High Court and then the Supreme Court of India which culminated in favour of the Residents Welfare Association. Pic/Pallav Paliwal
As the nearly 100-metre-tall Supertech twin towers were razed to the ground on Sunday, doctors said people living nearby, especially those suffering from respiratory diseases, should take extra care and avoid the area for a few days if possible. Pic/Pallav Paliwal
Street dogs being rescued ahead of the demolition of Supertech twin towers in Noida, Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022. Pic/PTI
Over 3,700 kg explosives were used to bring down the structures. Pic/Pallav Paliwal
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