Cracking whip against the illegal encroachment of state land, the district administration in Jammu on Saturday closed down around 29 structures, which prima facie appear to have been constructed on State Land (NH from Narwal to Sidhra). Majority of these structures were famous eateries, coffee parlours, snackbars and restaurants which had come up along the zigzag road to serve the commuters on the highway.
After hue and cry was raised by these developers the district administration issued a clarification claiming commercial establishments on the same road, which are not currently believed to be on state land are operating normally. Further proceedings will be initiated by Revenue Officials immediately and in case the owners have any legal and valid claim, that shall be duly considered before any measure is taken.