Panchkula authorities launch major anti-encroachment drive

Panchkula, Oct 16 (UNI) The Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority (PMDA), backed by a heavy police deployment, launched a major anti-encroachment operation on Friday, clearing unauthorised occupations from roadsides and footpaths in three areas of the city and taking action against vehicles obstructing traffic. The enforcement drive covered Rajiv Colony, Indira Colony and Budhanpur village in Sector 16, where encroachments on public spaces had been obstructing pedestrian movement and road access. The operation was conducted under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma and led by District Town Planner Ajmer Singh. Officials said enforcement teams removed illegal encroachments from footpaths and…