Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 5: The District Administration, South Andaman, in its continued efforts to safeguard Government land and prevent unauthorised occupation, has taken prompt action against fresh encroachments in Sri Vijaya Puram Tehsil.
During an inspection conducted on Nov. 3, four temporary sheds along with fencing were found unauthorisedly erected on Government land at Atam Pahar, Garacharma Village. Accordingly, an eviction drive was conducted by the Revenue authorities, resulting in the removal of the unauthorised structures and fencing and retrieval of approximately 1,000 square metres of Government revenue land.
Further, on Nov. 5, eviction drives were conducted at Brookshabad and Austinabad villages to prevent unauthorised occupation of Government revenue land. During the drives, one temporary structure each was removed from Government land at Brookshabad Village and Austinabad Village. Encroachments in the form of fencing were also removed from Government land in both villages. Altogether, approximately 0.10 hectares of Government land was cleared and restored to its original status.
The District Administration reiterates its zero-tolerance policy towards encroachment on Government land and cautions the general public against any such unauthorised activities. Citizens have been advised to strictly adhere to the legal provisions governing land use and ownership and are encouraged to report instances of encroachment to the Administration.
Such information may be shared with the District Control Room through the helpline numbers 03192-240127 / 238881 / 1070 or via WhatsApp at 9531888844. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential, and appropriate action will be initiated on all genuine complaints received.