POONCH, April 7 -- Continuing its drive to ensure orderly markets and environmental compliance, the Municipal Council Poonch today carried out a special enforcement drive in Qila Market.
The drive was led by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Municipal Council Poonch Khalil A Banday along with enforcement staff and field functionaries. During the inspection, several shopkeepers were found displaying their goods outside their shops, thereby encroaching upon public pathways and road space.
Acting firmly, the team directed the violators to immediately remove the encroachments. Shopkeepers were warned that repeated violations would invite strict action under municipal laws, including penalties and seizure of goods.
In addition to encroachmen...