ICT razes illegal structures in massive drive

ISLAMABAD:

The district administration on Wednesday initiated a large-scale anti-encroachment operation in parts of the city, demolishing 25 sheds, 62 illegal walls, 70 shutters, and seven unauthorised washrooms.

The operation took place on New Mall and Road Kuri Road which targeted both temporary and permanent encroachments. The operation, conducted in collaboration with the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and local police, aims to restore public spaces and improve urban infrastructure.

In the operation, heavy machinery was deployed to demolish unauthorised structures, including shops, walls, and washrooms, which had been causing traffic disruptions and hindering pedestrian movement.

The drive, which began after repeated warnings to traders, was part of a broader effort to maintain the city's aesthetic appeal and ensure smooth traffic flow, said the spokesman of the ICT administration.

He added that encroachments had not only marred the city's beauty but also created significant obstacles for pedestrians and vehicles alike.

Assistant Commissioner Nilore Uzair Ali Khan supervised the operation, ensuring that all illegal structures were removed efficiently. The use of heavy machinery facilitated the swift demolition of encroachments, and the debris was cleared from the site promptly.