Port Blair, Feb 29: The District Administration, South Andaman ensuring zero tolerance towards encroachment on Govt. land, carried out encroachment eviction drives at various places in Ferrargunj Tehsil.

During the eviction drive, fresh encroachments done in the shape of plantation and fencing were removed at Wimberlygunj village and an area of 0.10 hects was restored back in the Govt. Khata. Similarly, forest encroachments were also removed in Chouldhari village and more than 2 hects land was restored.

The Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman has cautioned the general public to refrain from encroaching upon Govt. land.

In case of any complaints or information regarding such illegal activities and encroachment, the general public can communicate with the District Control Room at the following nos. 03192-240127/238881/1077 and send photos of such illegal activities in whatsapp no. 9531888844.