JMC Conducts Anti-Encroachment Drive in Gandhi Nagar:On-Spot Action Taken

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||Parvinder Singh January 09,2026 ||

Jammu: In a decisive move to curb illegal encroachments, the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) carried out an on-the-spot anti-encroachment drive at Burger King / The Eleven Spice, Gandhi Nagar.

The enforcement operation was led by Chand Singh (JKAS)Deputy Commissioner (South) JMC, and was carried out by the Enforcement Team of JMC under the overall supervision of Devansh Yadav, IAS, Commissioner, JMC.

During the drive, unauthorized encroachments occupying public land were removed immediately to restore pedestrian pathways and ensure smooth movement of traffic in the area. The Deputy Commissioner (South) issued strict instructions to the field staff to maintain vigilance and take prompt action against any violations of municipal norms.

Reiterating JMC’s commitment to civic discipline Chand Singh JKAS, emphasized that the Corporation is adopting a zero-tolerance policy towards encroachments and that similar enforcement drives will be intensified across the South Zone in the coming days.

The Commissioner JMC Devansh Yadav, IAS, has directed all concerned wings to continue sustained enforcement measures to safeguard public spaces and uphold the rule of law.

The action was welcomed by residents and commuters, who noted that removal of encroachments would significantly reduce congestion and enhance public convenience in the busy Gandhi Nagar locality.JMC has urged all commercial establishments and citizens to adhere strictly to municipal regulations and refrain from encroaching upon public land, warning that any future violations will invite stringent action under the relevant provisions of law.