Devbhoomi Dwarka, Sep 23 (NationPress) The district administration of Devbhoomi Dwarka in Gujarat continued its demolition efforts on Tuesday, targeting illegal structures on government-owned land for the second day in a row.

Under stringent police protection, bulldozers were deployed to dismantle encroachments along the route from Charkala to Dwarka.

Officials indicated that this action was in response to prior notices sent to property owners, urging them to vacate the premises voluntarily.

“Despite numerous warnings, the buildings remained intact. The administration has now initiated the demolition process,” stated a senior official.

The operation commenced on Monday, focusing on a significant number of unauthorized constructions. Authorities also addressed religious encroachments on land owned by the National Highway Authority.

With the operations on Tuesday, the administration signaled that the campaign will persist until all illegal occupations on government property are eliminated.

Police enforced strict security at demolition sites to avert any resistance or disruptions. A fleet of bulldozers and earth-moving equipment was utilized to dismantle the structures.

Residents and travelers observed significant clearances along important roads. Officials underscored that the ongoing demolition is part of a comprehensive initiative to reclaim government land and ensure unobstructed movement on routes leading to Dwarka, a key pilgrimage site.

This drive is anticipated to progress in the following days as the administration intensifies its crackdown on encroachments.

Simultaneously, the Estate Department of the Ahemadabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) initiated its own demolition efforts in the Naroda area as part of a substantial road-widening plan.

This operation, conducted by the North Zone Estate Department, impacts the busy stretch between the Kubernagar Railway Crossing and Naroda Patiya, affecting nearly 100 shops. Officials revealed that the road's width is being expanded from 12 to 18 meters under the Town Planning (TP) scheme to alleviate persistent traffic congestion in the area.

Numerous shops on both sides of the road extend partially—approximately 30 to 50 percent—into the widening zone and are being cleared. Demolition commenced this morning with the support of three JCBs and Hitachi machines, as AMC teams moved in to remove encroaching properties and pave the way for the expanded roadway. Authorities stated that the drive is expected to carry on over the next few days until the entire stretch is fully cleared.