Rajasthan: Encroached plot reclaimed by forest department

JAIPUR: In a massive drive, the forest department on Monday reclaimed its 350 bighas which was encroached by some influential people.
The land was adjoined to the Nahargarh Biological Park situated on Jaipur-Delhi highway (NH-8).
Acting on the high court’s directions, the forest department along with police deployment reached village Bid Papad around 8am to clear the encroachment.
The team demolished a house, servant quarter, water tank and a garage, which were constructed on khasra number 11,12 and 46 falling under the Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary land . The drive continued till 12.30pm.
The department also reclaimed 26 bighas and 106 bighas from the same village. According to officials, total land of 350 bighas was made encroachment free on Monday. “At separate places, the forest land was encroached by influential including a retired IPS officer. The officer has constructed a house and erected fencing for farming. Total 350 bighas was reclaimed. It was a peaceful drive and the teams did not face any protest . However, taking precautionary measures, police was deployed ,” an official said.