Major Anti-Encroachment Drive Launched in UP's Sambhal
Uttar Pradesh authorities launch a massive anti-encroachment drive in Sambhal, issuing over 150 notices. Illegal constructions on government land face demolition. Details inside.
Uttar Pradesh authorities launch a massive anti-encroachment drive in Sambhal, issuing over 150 notices. Illegal constructions on government land face demolition. Details inside.
HYDRA protects 12.1 acres of government land in Gandipet, Ranga Reddy, after public complaint. Fencing erected to prevent future encroachments while safeguarding existing religious structures.
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu govt to probe encroachment complaints within 30 days, complete action in 3 months. Officials face disciplinary action for delays. #Chennai #TamilNadu
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Odisha's law department is reforming the uniform land policy to settle ownership disputes of 55,000 encroached acres belonging to Puri's Jagannath Temple within 1.5 months. Read more.
Authorities in Davangere demolished 16 houses built on encroached government land near the railway track. The action followed a High Court order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd plans a major Rs 100 crore waste processing facility on a 9-acre Kogilu site recently cleared of encroachments. Read about the city's waste management upgrade.
Hundreds of AJYCP activists marched in Tinsukia, demanding government action to protect land rights of Assam's indigenous tribes in Sixth Schedule areas like Karbi Anglong.
Days after SC's strict order, Rishikesh sees violent protests over forest land demarcation. Locals block highway, pelt stones at officials. Get the full story on the 2,866-acre land dispute.
Congress leader Harish Janartha raises alarm over illegal encroachment on properties belonging to the Waqf Board and a temple in Shimla. Calls for immediate government action to reclaim the land.
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal restaurant built on PWD land by a habitual offender. The accused, Rajat alias Rikki, has over 10 criminal cases. Read about the crackdown on crime-linked properties.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand authorities as 'silent spectators' to systematic forest land grabbing in Rishikesh. Orders inquiry, halts construction. Next hearing on Jan 5.
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal market built by a habitual offender on HSIIDC land, seizing assets worth lakhs. This marks the third anti-encroachment drive in the city within a week. Read more.
A large rally in Jaisalmer demanded action against alleged encroachment of municipal land under the guise of Waqf claims. Protesters submitted a memorandum with key demands.
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Over 500 families, mostly daily-wage workers, are left homeless after demolition of sheds on BSWML land in north Bengaluru's Yelahanka. They now face loan repayment crises. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's Hydraa agency recovers prime public land worth over Rs 2,505 crore from encroachers in Neknampur and Ameenpur. Residents urge development as green zones.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
Over 200 houses demolished in Bengaluru's Kogilu village for waste plant. Residents protest, demand housing. Minister assures talks. Full story on the controversial drive and aftermath.
BSWML authorises one private company for bulk waste collection in Bengaluru's North and East zones, following NGT's 'polluter pays' directive. Details inside.
Bengaluru authorities reclaimed prime land worth ₹80 crore from illegal occupants. The site will now host critical waste management infrastructure to boost the city's sustainability efforts.
Bengaluru's waste management agency is now financially self-sustaining by monetising low-value plastic under EPR. It earns a net Rs 1000 per tonne, diverting hundreds of tonnes from landfills daily. Read how the city is winning.
Uttarakhand High Court directs state to demarcate encroached land and create a portal. Next hearing on Dec 30. Read the full details and court's directives here.
Bombay High Court orders Nanded collector to act within a month on alleged encroachment of 23-acre govt land attached to Sikh Gurdwara. Failure will require personal court appearance. Details inside.
Hyderabad's Hydraa agency secures 20 acres of prime government land worth Rs 1,700 crore in Nizampet and Old City. Operations curb illegal encroachments and aim to restore crucial stormwater drains.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) demolished illegal kiosks & carts on Station Road to ease traffic. Officials warn against re-encroachment. Read about the drive and resident concerns.
Bengaluru police arrest a man for illegally occupying 482 acres of forest and government land in Kengeri using fabricated documents. Read the full investigation details.
Telangana government orders a Vigilance & Enforcement inquiry into alleged encroachment of over 100 acres of prime IDPL land in Balanagar. The probe will scrutinize land conversions and permissions over the past decade.
A 59-year-old man from Mudigere was arrested for allegedly using fake documents to claim over 1000 acres of government and forest land in Chikkamagaluru and Bengaluru. Police are probing a larger conspiracy.
Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Sinha announces a special drive to ensure actual possession of allotted land for SC/ST beneficiaries. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy on encroachment.