Astore Administration Removes Encroachments Blocking Chongrah Link Road
Published November 05, 2026 | 12:45 PM
Assistant Commissioner Muhammad Shoaib supervised the removal of illegal structures from government land and road limits after residents complained that encroachments were restricting access and narrowing the link road.
ASTORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 5th Nov, 2026) Assistant Commissioner Astore Muhammad Shoaib personally supervised an anti-encroachment operation along the link road in village Chongrah. During the operation, illegal structures and encroachments established on government land and within the road limits were removed with the help of heavy machinery. The action is expected to improve road access and facilitate smooth movement of local residents.
According to details, the local population had been facing serious difficulties in using the link road due to encroachments. The illegal occupation of road space had also affected road width and public convenience. Following complaints from local residents, Assistant Commissioner Muhammad Shoaib took immediate notice and initiated practical steps to remove the encroachments.
However, as the encroachments were not removed within the stipulated period, the administration decided to take action in accordance with the law. Consequently, the illegal structures were demolished and removed with the assistance of machinery.
During the operation, Assistant Commissioner Muhammad Shoaib directed the concerned staff to ensure that all legal requirements and public interests were fully respected. He emphasized that the road boundaries must be restored to ensure better transportation facilities and convenience for the local population.
Meanwhile, local residents and public representatives appreciated the initiative taken by the district and sub-divisional administration. They expressed hope that the administration would continue taking effective measures to resolve public issues, improve basic facilities and address citizens' complaints promptly.
They also urged the administration to ensure that encroachments do not reappear in the area so that the local population can continue to benefit from improved road access and better transportation facilities.