Lucknow and Hussainabad witnessed another round of CM Yogi’s bulldozer action. Reports state that this time its target was the illegal encroachments in the city. The operations, led by the municipal authorities, were swift and bold. Thereby, sending a clear message that unlawful activities and land grabs won’t be tolerated. As the dramatic action unfolded in these locations, tensions ran high making officials faced protests, resistance, and even physical assaults. Let’s talk!
Lucknow Development Authority Bulldozer Meets Resistance in Hussainabad
Reportedly, on the night of 29th December 2024, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) swung into once more. The area faced multiple anti-enchroachment drives in the last year. This time the bulldozer action was initiated to clear illegal encroachments near Ghantaghar in Hussainabad. The prime target? A 5,000-square-foot plot allegedly claimed by locals as “ancestral land.” A “peaceful” named Tauheed argued that his family had documents dating back to 1862 to prove ownership. Rizwan, another local “peaceful,” echoed similar claims. “peaceful” Rizwan also hinted at ties to a former Member of the Legislative Council (MLC).
Despite heated protests and attempts to halt the operation, the LDA stood firm to Bulldoze the illegal construction.
Additional Secretary Gyanendra Verma stated that no valid ownership documents were provided during the protest. “If the papers are submitted on Monday, we will evaluate them. But until then, illegal construction cannot be allowed,” Verma declared.
The dramatic scenes were emblematic of a larger issue plaguing the city – unchecked encroachments by those claiming “ancestral” rights while skirting legal protocols.
Indira Priyadarshini Ward, Lucknow: Bulldozers vs. Bangladeshi Encroachments
BIG BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Bulldozer action begins in Lucknow 🔥🔥
Illegal Bangladeshis had attacked Municipal Corporation team in Lucknow during Anti-Encroachment Drive.
They had even assaulted female members of team.
Bulldozer demolished illegal houses of miscreants within ten… pic.twitter.com/M6kHZpiOPt
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In a separate operation, Lucknow’s municipal authorities launched a crackdown in the Indira Priyadarshini Ward. Allegedly illegal settlements and businesses run by Bangladeshi nationals had mushroomed.
These areas, notorious for illicit activities, became the focus of Mayor Sushma Kharkwal’s zero-tolerance policy.
Bangladeshis illegally residing in huts in Lucknow’s Indra Colony attack municipal workers on duty; women workers reportedly assaulted, with their clothes allegedly torn.
Bulldozer action initiated under heavy police deployment; the Mayor personally oversees the operation. pic.twitter.com/AkcyVP92on
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The action was prompted by a shocking incident where municipal workers were assaulted by Bangladeshi settlers during an anti-encroachment drive. Female civic workers faced physical attacks, forcing the Mayor, Municipal Commissioner, and Joint Police Commissioner to intervene with a heavy police force.
“This is Lucknow Municipal Corporation, not ‘Bangladesh.’ Illegal Bangladeshi encroachments will not be tolerated,” Mayor Kharkwal declared firmly.
She directed immediate bulldozer action, ensuring the illegal settlements and makeshift shanties were demolished. The Mayor emphasized the need for law and order, stating, “The city will not allow illegal activities to flourish. Whether it’s unauthorized settlements or violent attacks on our civic workers, strict action will follow.” She also announced measures to prioritize the safety of municipal employees, vowing that such assaults would never be tolerated again.
Bulldozer – A Message of Accountability
The bulldozer has become a symbol of law enforcement in Uttar Pradesh. The recent encroachment drives and operations reinforce the state’s commitment to maintaining civic order.
The message is clear: no matter the claims of dubious ancestry or nationality, illegal encroachments, and violent resistance will face swift and decisive action.
Lucknow’s residents are tired of clogged roads, traffic jams, and unchecked lawlessness. Thus, honest citizens have welcomed these measures. The municipal corporation has also urged citizens to report illegal activities, emphasizing that strict action will follow.
The bulldozer is more than a machine – it’s a message to those flouting the law. In Lucknow, the roar of the bulldozer speaks louder than words: illegal encroachments, no matter how entrenched, have no place in a city striving for order and justice.