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Bihar's Anti-Encroachment Drive Sparks Political Row

Bihar's Anti-Encroachment Drive Sparks Political Row
Opp calls Bihar demolitions ‘bulldozer model’, Home Minister says long-awaited action · indianexpress.com

The Bihar government is removing illegal structures and encroachments on roads, footpaths, and water bodies.

This has led to the demolition of small businesses and homes, affecting many poor residents.

The opposition parties, like RJD and Congress, are criticizing the government for not having a proper rehabilitation plan and for targeting the poor.

The government says they are following court orders and will provide temporary shelters and rehabilitation.

The drive has sparked a political row, with the opposition comparing it to the 'bulldozer model' used in Uttar Pradesh.

Residents are worried about their livelihoods and where they will go after the demolitions.

Key facts

Land Surveyed
18 lakh acres
Encroached Water Bodies
15,000 out of 35,000
Encroached Roads
20,000 across the state
Affected Areas
Patna, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Sitamarhi, Bhagalpur, Siwan, Lakhisarai, Bihar Sharif
Government's Stance
Acting on court orders, claims to provide temporary shelters and rehabilitation plans

Quotes

Tyagarajan SM

District Magistrate of Patna

“Strict legal action, including the CCA, will be taken against sand mafia, land mafia, liquor mafia, organised prohibition gangs, and others involved in illegal economic activities.”
thehansindia.com

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