Ludhiana MC team removes encroachments near Shivpuri Chowk

Over half-a-dozen encroachments in the form of shanties and vends were removed from the site by the MC team in the presence of police force in Ludhiana

The municipal corporation (MC) teams on Saturday removed encroachments near Shivpuri Chowk. The tehbazaari wing officials and encroachers had a face off as the teams confiscated their vends from the site. The officials said the action was taken after complaints were received against the encroachments, which were also a hurdle in the smooth flow of traffic. Over half-a-dozen encroachments in the form of shanties and vends were removed from the site in the presence of police force.

MC teams removed encroachments near Shivpuri chowk in Ludhiana. (HT PHOTO)

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