Despite assurances from the Municipal Corporation about cracking down on illegal encroachments in the city, the ground reality paints a different picture. Illegitimate occupations are widespread, particularly in showrooms and booths across various market phases. Shopkeepers encroach upon verandahs, while street vendors occupy market parking and roadside footpaths, leaving little open space for pedestrians. The administration appears indifferent to this issue.
Illegal encroachments have even extended to the footpaths in front of showrooms and booths, causing inconvenience to shoppers trying to enter stores. When the Municipal Corporation attempts to address these violations, shopkeepers and supportive leaders resist the efforts. Street vendors often protest removal actions, citing licences as a shield against Corporation actions.
Local residents are urging the Municipal Corporation to impartially eliminate these illegal encroachments, providing relief to the general public facing difficulties in navigating through the city.
