CHENNAI: A three-star hotel was sealed in the bustling T Nagar by the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) for violating building rules on Friday. The planning permission was obtained for a residential building but was subsequently converted into a commercial establishment. "The building was functioning as a lodging facility without adequate setback area to operate as a commercial establishment. However, no action was taken by the hotel authorities.Meanwhile, the guest in the hotel were shifted to other accommodations before the building was sealed. A police source, who was present during to the lock and seal procedure, said a majority of guest who were staying in the hotel were from Malaysia.

Source: Times of India May 12, 2017 10:07 UTC