Encroachments galore as civic body fails to act in Nurmahal

Encroachments by vendors and shopkeepers on space meant for pedestrians have become a routine in Nurmahal town as the nagar council authorities have failed to act against the violators.

Berms on the road sides from the Old Bus Stand Chowk to Talwan Chowk and Nakodar Road have gradually been encroached upon. Sweet shop owners and vegetable and fruit sellers have infringed upon the space meant for pedestrians.

Shopkeepers display their wares in front of their shops, leaving little space for the people to walk. Traders selling building materials have blatantly placed hardware in front of their shops. Some shopkeepers even use sides of the roads to display their goods.

Locals say the failure of the nagar council to initiate action for the removal of encroachments on the Talwan Chowk Road and Nakodar Road is encouraging other shopkeepers to encroach upon the other roads as well. They say vendors and shopkeepers have also encroached upon the approach road to Nurmahal Sarai.