The Municipal Corporation (MC) of Rohtak has intensified its campaign against unauthorised hoardings, flex boards, and posters across the city. In May alone, challans worth more than Rs 3.5 lakh were issued to violators, and the anti-encroachment and enforcement drive continues.
Strict Action Against Unauthorised Advertisements
MC Commissioner Narendra Kumar stated that the civic body is taking stringent action against individuals and organisations displaying illegal advertisements on public and private properties without prior approval. Notices have been served to violators, directing them to deposit the imposed fines immediately.
Despite repeated appeals by the Municipal Corporation, violations of the ban on unauthorised hoardings persist. Kumar reiterated that apart from penalties, the cost of removing such illegal displays will also be recovered from the concerned persons.
Legal Framework and Enforcement
The enforcement team has identified several violators and initiated action under the Haryana Prevention of Defacement of Property Act, 1989, and the state advertisement policy. Kumar clarified that the MC would lodge FIRs against those who fail to pay the imposed fines within the stipulated period.
As part of a special campaign, civic teams are removing illegal hoardings, flex boards, and posters from major roads, intersections, and public places. Simultaneously, notices are being served to identify violators, and penalties are being imposed under the relevant provisions.
Designated Sites for Hoardings
The Commissioner emphasised that hoardings and flex boards can only be installed at designated sites after obtaining prior approval from the Municipal Corporation. He urged residents, organisations, and commercial establishments not to put up unauthorised advertisements anywhere in the city. He further warned that all expenses incurred in removing illegal hoardings, flex boards, and posters would be recovered from the violators, who would be held solely responsible for such costs.
Appeal for Public Cooperation
Appealing for public cooperation, Kumar said maintaining the city's beauty and cleanliness is a shared responsibility. 'This city belongs to all of us, and it is our collective duty to keep it clean and aesthetically appealing,' he stated.
