Anti-Encroachment Drive Faces Violent Resistance
An anti-encroachment team faced violent opposition while attempting to clear illegal slums in Sector 78. The incident resulted in damage to their equipment following stone-pelting by locals. Police, unaware of the drive beforehand, later intervened to restore order and proceed with the clearance.
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An anti-encroachment operation met with hostility in Sector 78 as officials faced stone-pelting from local residents. The team was on a mission to remove unauthorized slums when chaos ensued.
The incident escalated on Tuesday when stones damaged the JCB equipment, crucial for the operation. As tensions rose, the initiative faced significant setbacks.
Upon notification of the unrest, police forces arrived at the scene to dismantle the encroachments. Authorities revealed they were not informed about the drive beforehand, which hindered initial response efforts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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