In a significant crackdown on illegal constructions, Punjab's district administration has demolished eleven luxury farmhouses that were unlawfully built on forest land in Bardar village, Ropar district.
The massive demolition drive, conducted on Tuesday, targeted properties constructed on land that had been illegally removed from forest records. According to officials, the farmhouses were built without proper approvals and in clear violation of environmental regulations.
The Enforcement Operation
The demolition was carried out by a joint team comprising revenue officials and police personnel. Heavy machinery including JCBs was deployed to bring down the illegal structures that had been constructed on the disputed land.
Key aspects of the operation:
- 11 farmhouses completely demolished in Bardar village
- Properties built on de-listed forest land without authorization
- Joint team of revenue and police officials supervised the operation
- Heavy machinery used to clear the illegal constructions
Background of the Land Dispute
The controversy stems from the illegal de-listing of forest land, which was then used for commercial farmhouse construction. Authorities revealed that the land had been improperly removed from forest records, enabling the illegal construction activities.
Local residents had reportedly raised concerns about these unauthorized constructions, prompting the administration to take decisive action. The demolition sends a strong message against illegal land grabbing and construction activities in protected areas.
Official Statement
District officials emphasized that the action demonstrates the government's commitment to protecting forest land and enforcing environmental laws. They warned that similar illegal constructions across the district would face the same fate.
"This is part of our ongoing drive against illegal constructions on government and forest land. We will continue to take strict action against such violations," stated a senior district official involved in the operation.
The successful demolition in Bardar village marks a significant achievement in Punjab's efforts to combat illegal land use and protect environmental resources from unauthorized commercial exploitation.
