anti encroachment drive

Patna's district administration has resumed its anti-encroachment drive across key municipal zones, clearing temporary structures and seizing equipment. Fines totaling Rs30,500 were collected, with authorities emphasizing follow-up actions and FIRs against repeat offenders to maintain clear roads. A dedicated monitoring cell has been established to ensure sustained compliance.

In Feb, the Authority had planned to carry out daily drives against encroachments, the plan did not work out

Chirag Paswan has called for sensitive action against illegal structures on government land, urging the Bihar government to ensure no poor or deserving families are unjustly displaced. He stressed the need for alternative housing before demolitions and advocated for upholding the rule of law while protecting legitimate homes.

HSVP had earlier appealed to residents to voluntarily remove such structures, warning of bulldozer action

Ranchi is taking decisive steps to alleviate traffic congestion on major arteries, particularly Kutchery Road. The city's ambitious plan encompasses widening roads, eliminating blockages, managing auto-rickshaw routes, and designating parking areas.

Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation has intensified action against illegal vendors with a 'pedestrian-friendly city' campaign following an assault on a civic staffer. Coordinated drives cleared encroachments across multiple wards, seizing handcarts and dismantling stalls. While residents welcome the move, corporators criticize the selective nature of the crackdown and lack of vendor rehabilitation.

While some cities have responded swiftly, enforcement remains uneven