Gujarat removes 1,445 illegal encroachments from govt land worth Rs 200 crore

The administration in Gujarat's East Kutch district has removed 1,445 illegal encroachments from government land worth more than Rs 200 crore this year, reclaiming over 5 lakh square metres of land in a coordinated drive by the police and administration following state government directions.The action has covered several areas of East Kutch, including Gandhidham, Anjar, Adipur and Rapar. According to the information shared by the administration, more than 5 lakh square metres of government land have been cleared of encroachments so far.ACTION AGAINST ILLEGAL ENCROACHMENTSThe drive has targeted illegal occupation of government land across East Kutch, with the police and administrative authorities working together to remove the encroachments. The operation follows directions from the state government to take action against such occupations.The administration has also taken action against encroachments on government land allegedly involving history-sheeters, accused in murder cases, notorious liquor smugglers and individuals involved in intimidation. POLICE AND ADMINISTRATION COORDINATE DRIVEThe large-scale operation is part of the ongoing effort to reclaim government land from illegal occupation. The removal of 1,445 encroachments and the clearance of more than 5 lakh square metres of landmark the scale of the action carried out across East Kutch this year.The administration's drive to remove illegal encroachments from government land has drawn attention in the region. - Ends