Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to crack the whip on squatters, footpaths & road margins to be cleared; zonal officials to monitor action
This drive will be conducted every Saturday in all the circles under GHMC limits. According to officials, at least one road per circle will be targeted during each drive. Zonal commissioners will monitor the operation and ensure these drives are conducted regularly in their respective circles. Civic officials have observed that certain types of encroachments - mostly established on a temporary basis - are occupying footpaths and road margins, posing recurring challenges across various parts of the city.
According to Section 405 of the GHMC Act, any wall, fence, rail, post, step, booth, or other structure - whether fixed or movable and whether of a permanent or temporary nature - set up in or upon or over any street, can be removed without prior notice.
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