CHENNAI: The Nilgiris district administration in Tamil Nadu is moving into the next phase of its campaign to seal unauthorised homestays, bed-and-breakfast facilities, and illegally constructed buildings, following directions from the Madras High Court.

Officials have begun a second round of enforcement after months of inspections and legal notifications.

According to district data, 854 properties have been identified for violations, including running lodging facilities without mandatory approvals and constructing beyond sanctioned limits. So far, 23 buildings have been sealed, while 28 more are slated for closure in the coming weeks.

The drive covers all municipalities and town panchayats in the Nilgiris, with Udhagamandalam recording the highest number of cases -- 247 notices have be

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