Residents protest against land encroachment in Jamshedpur’s Bagbera

Mail News Service

Jamshedpur, May 28: The residents of Bagbera Riverview Society and Naya Basti have raised concerns over land encroachment near the local drain and temple land. The community members have reported that soil is being dumped, encroaching upon the drain land, which could lead to severe water-logging issues during the rainy season.

In a written complaint submitted to the Circle Officer of Jamshedpur, the residents highlighted the potential dangers of this encroachment. Former Zila Parishad member Kishore Yadav emphasized that the drain’s width has significantly decreased due to the encroachment, demanding immediate action to halt the encroachment within a week. He warned that if no action is taken, the residents will resort to protests.

Additionally, written complaints have been filed with the Sub-Divisional Officer and the in-charge of Baghbeda police station. The delegation presenting these concerns included notable community members such as Vipin Tiwari, Kuli Singh, Pawan Singh, Kishore Yadav, Shriman Mishra, Madan Singh, Ganesh Singh, RB Rai, Rajkumar, and Sanjay Kumar. The community is awaiting prompt action to prevent further encroachment and the associated risks.