Jaipur, Oct. 8 -- Residents and shopkeepers on Thursday protested against the Jaipur Development Authority's (JDA) anti-encroachment drive on New Sanganer Road, following orders from the Rajasthan High Court to clear illegal structures and widen the stretch between Sodala and Gurjar Ki Thadi.

The protesters blocked traffic, burned tyres and sat on the road performing aarti during the protest, prompting police to intervene and clear the area.

Speaking to ANI, ACP (Law and Order) Jethoo Singh said police were trying to persuade the protesters to clear the road and that discussions were also being held with their leadership.

"We are taking action. They blocked traffic, burned tyres, and sat down performing aarti. We tried to reason with t...