Western Railway recently carried out a drive to clear unauthorized huts in Garib Nagar, Bandra East. The operation led to the dismantling of 45 illegally constructed structures. The action was taken after the announcement of the state elections results.
A Western Railway (WR) official stated that the operation took place on the southern side of the railway overpass in Bandra East. The makeshift structures, which were constructed using materials like tin sheets, bamboo, tarpaulin, and bricks, were taken down.
The encroachments in this area were causing safety concerns, particularly for Mumbai’s suburban railway network. There had been multiple incidents of people dangerously crossing the tracks near the Bandra station.
Authorities have expressed concern that such encroachments posed a significant threat to public safety. The presence of these huts near the tracks created an unsafe environment for passengers and residents alike.
In response to these risks, Western Railway officials took swift action to remove the encroachments. The clearances are part of efforts to maintain the safety and integrity of the railway system in the area.
