Ludhiana SDM Presses MC to Act on Land for Martyr's Birthplace Access
The Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of East Ludhiana has sent another official letter to the Municipal Corporation commissioner. This communication urges swift action to secure land needed for direct access to the birthplace of martyr Sukhdev Thapar in Naughara Mohalla.
Clarifying Responsibility and Reissuing Directives
This fresh letter, connected to a communication from early January, makes the municipal corporation's role clear. It states the MC is the designated department for acquiring the property. The civic body must take possession of the required land.
According to the January 15 letter, the SDM East office announced an award on March 17, 2025. This award is for acquiring 44.50 square yards of land identified as Property No. B-4-1837. A structure on this site currently blocks the direct path to Shaheed Sukhdev's birthplace.
Property Details and Jurisdictional Instructions
The letter provides specific details about the property. It lies within the Lal Lakeer area. No mutation is recorded for this property in the revenue records. The SDM East office emphasized the location falls under the municipal corporation's jurisdiction.
Therefore, the letter requests the MC to update its own records. The civic body must reflect the current status of this property within its area of control.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Possession
The SDM's communication includes clear instructions for the MC authorities:
- Issue a notice to the property owner at least 48 hours before taking possession of any movable belongings.
- Fix a definite date for taking possession of the land.
- Constitute a dedicated departmental team to carry out the entire procedure.
Once the MC finalizes the date, it should write to the SDM East office. The letter should seek on-the-spot cooperation. It should also request support from the police administration. This support is crucial to maintain law and order during the possession process.
A Decade-Long Pursuit Nears Conclusion
This issue holds deep significance for the Shaheed Sukhdev Thapar Memorial Trust. Trust members have pursued direct access to the martyr's birthplace for nearly ten years. They believe the project is now in its final stage.
Trust members have urgently appealed to the Municipal Corporation. They want no further delays. They expect the MC to take possession of the land at the earliest possible moment.
Members expressed surprise at the current situation. The MC has already paid the claim amount from its own funds. Despite this payment, the corporation has not proceeded with taking possession. The trust reiterates its expectation for swift, decisive action without any additional administrative hurdles.
The ongoing communication from SDM East underscores the administrative push to resolve this long-standing matter. It highlights the coordinated effort needed between different civic departments to honor the legacy of a national martyr.
