Key Facts
In a decisive action against illegal occupation, the Hamirpur district administration on Tuesday conducted a major eviction drive on enemy property in Maudaha town. The operation targeted a 10-bigha plot on Kapasa Road, near the Hameed Shaheed Baba shrine, which had been encroached upon by two individuals.
Details of the Operation
The encroachers, identified as Naimuddin and Rana Parveen, had illegally occupied the land for an extended period. Acting on government directives, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Karanveer Singh led a joint team from the revenue department and local police to clear the property. Using bulldozers, the administration removed all encroachments and formally took possession of the land, declaring it government property.
The operation was carried out smoothly with heavy police deployment to maintain law and order. Present at the site were Circle Officer (CO) Rajkumar Pandey, in-charge Tehsildar Mahendra Gupta, Kanungo, Lekhpal Avanish Kumar, and Kotwali police personnel.
Official Statement
SDM Karanveer Singh stated, “As per government instructions, the campaign to identify enemy properties and free them from encroachment is ongoing. Illegal encroachment on government land will not be tolerated.” He emphasized that the administration is committed to reclaiming all such assets and ensuring they are used for public benefit.
Impact and Significance
This eviction is part of a broader statewide drive to identify and secure enemy properties—assets left behind by individuals who migrated to Pakistan or China after the 1965 and 1971 wars. The reclaimed land will now be utilized for developmental purposes as per government policy. The action sends a strong message against illegal occupation of government land and reinforces the rule of law.
What Readers Should Know
- The eviction was carried out under the Enemy Property Act, which vests such properties with the central government.
- Similar drives are being planned across other districts in Himachal Pradesh.
- Citizens are encouraged to report any encroachments on government or enemy properties to local authorities.
FAQ
What is enemy property?
Enemy property refers to assets left behind by people who migrated to Pakistan or China during wars, now vested with the Indian government.
How much land was reclaimed in Maudaha?
Approximately 10 bigha of enemy property was cleared of encroachment and taken over by the administration.
Who led the eviction drive?
SDM Karanveer Singh led the operation with revenue and police teams.