Madurai Civic Drive Fails to Stop Encroachments

Times of India · india

Encroachments around GRH reappeared within a day of a clearance drive, sparking criticism that the exercise was temporary. Civic officials had warned vendors and shopkeepers to remove unauthorised structures and cleared banners. However, advertisement boards and illegally parked vehicles returned the next day. Residents questioned the reliance on verbal warnings over sustained enforcement. A social activist called the drive a 'farce' without continuous monitoring and heavy penalties.