The Cachar district administration on Wednesday launched a major eviction drive along the Meherpur–Medical Road in Silchar, removing alleged encroachments from government land to facilitate the construction of a four-lane road.
The operation commenced early in the morning with several bulldozers deployed to demolish shops and both permanent and temporary structures that were allegedly built on government land. A large contingent of Assam Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was deployed to maintain law and order during the exercise.
According to the district administration, the Meherpur–Medical Road had remained encroached upon for several years, resulting in persistent traffic congestion and inconvenience for commuters. Officials said the state government had recently sanctioned funds to widen the road into a four-lane corridor aimed at improving connectivity and easing traffic movement in the area.
Authorities stated that notices had been issued to the alleged encroachers well before the operation, directing them to vacate the land within the stipulated period. The eviction drive was carried out after the notice period expired.
Many local residents welcomed the initiative, expressing hope that the proposed road expansion would significantly reduce traffic congestion and improve transportation facilities in Silchar.
Officials said the eviction was undertaken to ensure the timely and smooth execution of the infrastructure project, which is expected to enhance connectivity and benefit commuters in the district.
