Rawalpindi: Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB) carried out an operation against illegal constructions in Westridge, demolishing decades-old encroachments built within residential streets. The action was taken on the special instructions of Executive Officer Aamer Rasheed, while the Deputy CEO personally supervised the operation on-site, says a press release.
According to details, a comprehensive survey of the concerned areas was conducted prior to the operation. The survey revealed that certain residents had constructed permanent structures on public pathways in front of their houses within the streets. These included additional rooms, boundary walls, verandas, and other structures, which had significantly narrowed the streets and caused serious difficulties for pedestrians and vehicular movement.
Following the survey, formal notices were issued to the residents, directing them to voluntarily demolish their illegal constructions within a specified time. However, despite the given deadline, no cooperation was extended by the local residents.
In response to the lack of compliance, the Enforcement Team of Rawalpindi Cantonment Board launched a grand operation with the assistance of heavy machinery. Police personnel were also present at the site to ensure law and order throughout the operation.
According to Cantonment Board officials, such actions will continue without discrimination, and the writ of law will be strictly enforced across the cantonment area. Executive Officer Aamer Rasheed has clearly stated that illegal constructions on public roads, streets, and government land will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
