2 weeks Ago By OUR STAFF REPORT
LAHORE - The district administration launched a major anti-encroachment operation across the city, resulting in the sealing of over 100 shops and removal of illegal structures from key commercial areas. On the special instructions of Deputy Commissioner Lahore Syed Musa Raza, a large-scale drive aims to reclaim public spaces, improve pedestrian accessibility, and enhance the city’s overall urban landscape. The operation was closely supervised by Chief Officer of Metropolitan Corporation Lahore (MCL) Shahid Abbas Kathia, while Metropolitan Officer Regulation Headquarters Kashif Jaleel led the field teams that executed the drive successfully.
Prominent markets including Islampura, Anarkali, Moon Market, Samanabad, Faisal Town, and G-1 Mrket were targeted in the coordinated action.During the operation, numerous encroachments on footpaths were demolished, allowing for smoother pedestrian movement and better accessibility. In addition, visual pollution was addressed as teams removed unauthorized banners, posters, and streamers from multiple locations.
Metropolitan Officer Kashif Jaleel said the district administration remains in active contact with trade unions to ensure voluntary removal of encroachments, and he appreciated their growing cooperation. However, he emphasized that strict action would continue against violators without exception. “Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza is personally monitoring the anti-encroachment campaign,” he said.
“We are committed to clearing the city’s roads and markets for the ease and benefit of the general public.” With these ongoing efforts, the streets and markets of Lahore are becoming more spacious and accessible for residents,” he said and added that the district administration remained dedicated to enhancing public facilities and urban infrastructure. Meanwhile, in a decisive move to curb illegal profiteering and ensure the availability of essential commodities at government-fixed rates, the district administration Lahore, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza, has intensified its ongoing enforcement operations across the city.
Farmers advised to protect their crops from heat-wave As part of these efforts, violators have faced penalties totaling Rs170,000, while a shop established in an encroached area was also demolished to enforce the rule of law. Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza issued strict directives for zero tolerance against profiteering and overcharging, emphasizing that the rights of citizens must be safeguarded, especially in times of economic pressure. In line with this directive, Assistant Commissioners and Price Control Magistrates have been mobilized in all zones to monitor prices in fruit, vegetable, grocery, and other commercial markets.
These field teams are conducting daily inspections to ensure strict adherence to the official price list, taking immediate legal action against violators on the spot. The administration’s sustained vigilance is yielding results in stabilizing market prices and deterring unlawful profiteering practices. Country steadily advancing towards sustainable development, says Tarar In recent operations, several shopkeepers found guilty of overcharging were penalized, with cumulative fines amounting to Rs170,000 imposed in various parts of Lahore.
In addition, a shop operating on encroached land was demolished, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to restoring order and eliminating illegal structures from commercial spaces. DC Musa Raza said that no leniency will be shown to individuals or businesses exploiting consumers through inflated prices or unlawful practices. He called upon the business community to uphold ethical standards by strictly selling goods at notified rates.
To ensure public participation in these efforts, citizens have been urged to report any instances of profiteering or irregularities by contacting the District Administration Control Room at 0307-0002345. The Deputy Commissioner assured that every complaint is taken seriously, and immediate action is initiated by relevant magistrates. He also encouraged citizens to use official social media platforms to communicate directly with his office, enhancing transparency and responsiveness.
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