Balakot: Anti-Encroachment Operation Conducted in Garhi Habibullah and Nearby Markets.

MANSEHRA: On the directives of the provincial government and Deputy Commissioner Mansehra, Assistant Commissioner Balakot Hasrat Khan, along with the Balakot Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA) and police personnel, conducted an anti-encroachment operation in Garhi Habibullah and its adjoining markets. During the operation, goods placed outside shops and other illegal encroachments obstructing public passageways were removed to widen roads, ensure smooth traffic flow and facilitate the movement of citizens. Shopkeepers were directed to refrain from occupying government land, footpaths and public passageways and to keep market routes clear of all kinds of encroachments. The administration emphasized that these measures are aimed at ensuring convenient and safe movement for pedestrians and the general public. Officials further stated that anti-encroachment operations would continue without interruption to keep public roads and passageways clear.