STATE TIMES NEWS
SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Baseer Ahmed Khan today launched helpline number for general public to report complaints of unauthorised and illegal constructions in the city for which an extensive demolition drive has already been initiated through Lakes and Waterways Development Authority (LAWDA). Baseer Khan was informed that LAWDA has demolished 13 structures as a part of demolition drive during past one week. The Divisional Administration has issued helpline number 9419087342 for registration of complaints and information regarding illegal encroachments and constructions. Malik Tariq of LAWDA has been appointed as Nodal Officer of special cell for encroachment removal under supervision of Tehseen Mustafa, Vice-Chairman LAWDA.
Meanwhile, the Enforcement Wing of LAWDA today demolished two more illegal structures in Ishber, Nishat on main road and another single storey building along Northern Foreshore Road in green belt area which was raised illegally in violation of norms and was under process for further construction and expansion during the visit of the team. With this the total number of illegal structures demolished recently has risen to 16, a LAWDA spokesman said.
The Divisional Administration has also issued advisory to owners of trucks and tippers regarding prohibition of ferrying construction material in prohibited area of Dal and Nageen.
