Mysore/Mysuru, April 22 -- In a major anti-encroachment drive yesterday, officials of Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) carried out two operations on the outskirts of city at Devanur, reclaiming around 9 acres of land valued at Rs. 90 crore.

The land has been brought back under MDA possession, and fencing work is underway today to secure the reclaimed property. Acting on the directions of MDA Commissioner K.R. Rakshith, teams, accompanied by Police personnel, demolished unauthorised vehicle parking sheds and other structures using earthmovers.

The drive covered Survey Nos. 155, 156 and 153/2, where 5 acres and 19 guntas were cleared, and Survey Nos. 228/2, 229/1 and 229/2, where 3 acres and 22 guntas were reclaimed.

Officials said the...