Ludhiana, March 26 -- The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) on Wednesday carried out a demolition drive against illegal constructions, pulling down 13 unauthorised buildings and three colonies in villages Dhandra, Manakwal and Mehmoodpura.

The action was taken following directions from GLADA chief administrator Sandeep Kumar. Officials said the drive was part of a wider effort to curb unauthorised development in the district.

According to GLADA, the action was carried out in compliance with demolition orders issued by the additional chief administrator. A duty magistrate, along with police personnel and the enforcement team of the regulatory wing, was present during the operation. The team demolished illegal structures...