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Jaipur Officials Raze Illegal Encroachments Amid Trader Protests
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News18•05-10-2026, 10:30
Jaipur Officials Raze Illegal Encroachments Amid Trader Protests
- •The Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) began an anti-encroachment drive on New Sanganer Road, targeting over 250 houses and shops.
- •Locals and traders protested the demolition, citing concerns about their businesses and livelihoods ahead of the festive season.
- •The drive covers a nearly three-kilometre stretch from Gurjar Ki Thadi to Sodala, with the first phase starting from Gurjar Ki Thadi.
- •Officials stated that New Sanganer Road, recorded as 100 feet wide, had narrowed to 40-60 feet in places due to encroachments.
- •The JDA is conducting the drive under directions from the Rajasthan High Court and must submit a compliance report by October 6.
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The Jaipur Development Authority launched the demolition drive following directions from the Rajasthan High Court to clear illegal constructions and widen New Sanganer Road.
The anti-encroachment drive is being carried out along a nearly three-kilometre stretch from Gurjar Ki Thadi to Sodala, targeting over 250 houses and shops.
The Jaipur Development Authority is required to submit a compliance report regarding the demolition drive before the court on October 6.