Securing UT Chandigarh’s land: Boundary wall construction ordered

In a strategic move to safeguard the territorial integrity of Chandigarh, Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh has issued a directive to the Chief Engineer of UT Chandigarh to initiate the construction of a boundary wall along the inter-state boundary with Punjab at Village Maloya. This decision, aimed at protecting vacant acquired land from potential encroachments, underscores the administration’s commitment to upholding property rights and ensuring the proper utilization of land resources.The necessity for such action became apparent during recent surveys conducted by revenue field staff of the DC Office UT Chandigarh. These surveys revealed the existence of an unauthorized kachha path on acquired land adjoining Small Flats Colony at Maloya. This path was being utilized to provide access to plotted colonies situated in village Jhampur, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab. Such unauthorized access not only poses a threat to the integrity of UT Chandigarh’s land but also facilitates illegal constructions in neighboring Punjab.

In response to these findings, Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh has directed the Engineering Department of UT Chandigarh to expedite the construction of a boundary wall along the inter-state boundary. This wall will serve as a physical barrier, effectively preventing unauthorized access and encroachments onto the acquired land of UT Administration. By proactively addressing this issue, the administration aims to mitigate the risk of further encroachments and safeguard the interests of the public.Furthermore, Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh has taken additional steps to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks governing land use in the region. Recognizing that the location of the plotted colonies falls within the controlled area under the Punjab New Capital (Periphery) Control Act 1952, DC Chandigarh has written to the District Commissioner of SAS Nagar (Mohali) and the Chief Administrator of GMADA (Greater Mohali Area Development Authority). These communications seek to initiate a thorough examination of the plotted colonies to verify their compliance with the requisite licensing procedures mandated by the Government of Punjab. By engaging with the relevant authorities, the administration aims to uphold the principles of transparency and legality in land development activities within the region.