A man installed an LED screen on municipal corporation’s land at Freeganj and was even displaying advertisements on it without clearing tax dues on time. Following collector Manish Singh’s order, municipal commissioner Pratibha Pal ordered that the screen be dismantled as the owner, identified as Deepak Belani, had not taken any permission to display advertisements.
A team along with heavy police force reached the spot to dismantle the screen. However, Belani promised to clear the dues within two days. He said that the screen costs Rs 20 lakh and in all likelihood it would be damaged during dismantling. He requested the team that he be allowed two days time to clear dues and remove the LED screen. Till then the team can cover it with a cloth.
After being informed about the situation, the collector ordered officials to take an undertaking from Belani and cover the screen. After which gang members covered the screen.