HAVELIAN, November 12, 2026: The Havelian administration has resumed a large-scale anti-encroachment operation using heavy machinery to reclaim government land and remove illegal structures obstructing roads and public spaces.
The operation, launched after a five-day interval, was conducted under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Havelian Osama Khan, accompanied by Tehsildar Sabeel Ahmed, DSP Siraj Khan, SHO Cadet Abdul Ghafoor and officials of the revenue department.
During the drive, several permanent and temporary encroachments were demolished, while government land was recovered from illegal occupants.
Speaking to journalists during the operation, Assistant Commissioner Osama Khan said the administration would continue action against illegal encroachments without discrimination or political interference.
He emphasised that protecting public property, restoring the city’s appearance and improving traffic movement remained key priorities of the district administration.
The assistant commissioner said illegal structures had created serious traffic congestion and restricted pedestrian movement, causing inconvenience to residents and commuters.
He warned individuals occupying government land to voluntarily remove illegal structures or face action under the law.
Osama Khan further stated that expenses incurred during demolition and clearance operations would be recovered from those responsible for illegal encroachments.
He maintained that the administration would not entertain political or social pressure and would continue the campaign until public land was cleared.
Local residents welcomed the operation, expressing hope that sustained enforcement would improve traffic flow and restore public spaces.
The administration reiterated its commitment to maintaining access to roads and ensuring that government land remained available for public use.