Gurugram: 12 Acres of Green Belts Cleared of Encroachment by GMDA

Synopsis

On January 30, 2023, the GMDA's Enforcement Wing removed illegal encroachments covering 12 acres of green belts along Southern Peripheral Road in Gurugram. This operation included the demolition of numerous illegal structures and involved cooperation with police personnel, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining green spaces.

Key Takeaways

GMDA eradicated illegal encroachments on 12 acres of green belts.
A total of 8.5 km was covered in the operation.
Numerous illegal structures, including hutments and shops, were demolished.
Collaboration with police ensured effective enforcement.
Future monitoring rounds are planned to maintain encroachment-free land.

Gurugram, Jan 30 (NationPress) The Enforcement Wing of the Gurugram Development Metropolitan Authority (GMDA) successfully eradicated illegal encroachments on 12 acres of GMDA green belts located along the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) on Thursday.

During the operation, a total distance of 8.5 km from Vatika Chowk to Ghata was addressed, covering both sides across sectors 49, 50, 57, 56, 58, 62 and 65.

Approximately 12 acres of the Golf Course Extension Road were cleared of encroachments. The operation resulted in the demolition of around 40 hutments, 55 nurseries, 12 building material shops, 9 scrap shops, 1 washing station, 8 dhabas, and 6 shops that were unlawfully operating.

Moreover, 8 crane machines that were illegally parked were also taken away.

Additionally, GMDA, in collaboration with MCG, conducted a drive in sector 62 in front of Time Residency, where 80 jhuggis, 12 scrap shops, and 9 shops across 1.5 acres were cleared.

The enforcement operation was led by Nodal Officer (Gurugram) DTP RS Batth, along with ATPs GMDA Mange Ram and Satinder, supported by the GMDA enforcement team.

At least 50 police personnel were also present to ensure strict action against encroachment. DTP GMDA interacted with project supervisors and urged them to collaborate with GMDA to develop the green belt areas.

He also monitored that where MoUs have been signed between the Authority and developers for green belt development, the work is actively ongoing.

"We will persist with our encroachment drives on SPR, followed by regular monitoring to deter violators. With GMDA's ongoing efforts, residents can expect to see 160 acres of encroachment-free land along this stretch soon," stated R.S. Baath.