Panchkula police have removed encroachments from 70 locations across the district as part of a special anti-encroachment campaign launched 15 days ago. The drive aims to free government land from illegal occupation and reduce criminal activities.
Campaign details and areas covered
The campaign, initiated by the district police, involves detailed verification of migrants and suspicious persons living illegally on roadsides. Special drives were conducted in Sectors 1, 5, 7, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 21, as well as in Chandimandir, Pinjore, Kalka and Raipur Rani. According to an official, similar action will be taken in the remaining areas of the district in the coming days.
Rationale behind the drive
The official stated that unidentified persons staying without proper verification could sometimes be involved in drug trafficking, theft and other criminal activities, posing a threat to law and order and public safety. The action is being taken with the support of the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). Illegal structures are being removed using bulldozers to free government land from encroachments.
Impact and future plans
Police teams carried out a detailed verification process during the drive. The campaign is expected to continue until all illegal encroachments are cleared from the district. The official added that the drive has already helped improve safety and order in the affected areas.
