A bulldozer action is being taken in Rajasthan, Jaipur, on Friday, January 2, days after a violent protest in Chomu over a mosque. Jaipur Municipal Corporation begins demolition drive against illegal constructions built in the Imam Chowk area, according to the new agency ANI.
The Jaipur civic body has already served notices to over 19 to 20 families to vacate the area before demolition. Speaking to ANI, Rajesh Gupta, ADCP, Jaipur West said, "T They have issued 19-20 notices, and they are taking action to remove all of them. The illegal encroachments of the people who caused disturbances a few days ago are also being demolished."
The Jaipur district administration bulldozed illegal properties of those accused in a stone-pelting incident in Chomu after they failed to respond to official notices within the stipulated time, Dainik Jagran reported.
The administration pasted notices to over 24 houses in the region that were identified as accused in stone pelting, asking them to submit their explanations or legal documents within three days. The deadline was till December 31, 2026, and no response was received from those who received notices.
On the day of demolition, two companies of Rajasthan police personnel and Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC) have been deployed in the area to prevent untoward incidents and to maintain law and order.
After bulldozer action in Chomu, the local administration sealed the complexes that had not removed the illegal constructions, even after getting notices from the administration. Sandeep Singh Kaviya, Health Inspector, Chomu Municipal Council, says, "The buildings that have been built illegally are being sealed. They were given notices earlier as well. They were told to remove the encroachment, but it was not done. A total of 3 complexes have been sealed here..."