New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police has adopted a strict approach against illegal encroachments on roads and violations that disrupt traffic movement across the national capital. Under the supervision of Eastern Range Deputy Commissioner of Police Shweta Singh Chauhan, joint teams comprising the Delhi Traffic Police, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and local police conducted a week-long special drive against encroachers and vehicles parked illegally.
During the operation, 493 illegal encroachments on public roads and footpaths were removed, 2,069 challans were issued for parking violations, and 131 vehicles obstructing traffic were towed away.
The objective of the drive was not merely to clear illegal occupations along roadsides but also to ensure safe and smooth traffic movement for the general public. The operation targeted locations where street vendors, unauthorised goods, haphazardly parked vehicles and other obstructions were reducing road space and making it difficult for pedestrians to move freely.
Strict Message to Road and Footpath Encroachers
As part of the joint operation across the Eastern Range, illegally placed goods, unauthorised street stalls and other encroachments on public spaces were removed. The action aimed to restore public access to roads and footpaths that had been occupied illegally, causing inconvenience to pedestrians.
Footpath encroachments often force pedestrians to walk on the roads, affecting traffic flow and increasing the risk of accidents. Similarly, vehicles parked improperly along roadsides slow down traffic and contribute to congestion.
In this context, the joint operation is being viewed as an important step towards strengthening traffic discipline and ensuring the smooth movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
2,069 Challans Issued, 131 Vehicles Towed for Illegal Parking
Strict action was also taken against parking violations during the drive. A total of 2,069 challans were issued to motorists for violating parking rules, while 131 vehicles obstructing traffic were towed away.
The action sent a clear message that public roads cannot be used as private parking spaces and that those obstructing the movement of other road users will face action under the law.
DCP Shweta Singh Chauhan said the joint drive helped improve traffic flow, restore pedestrian access and strengthen road safety. The coordinated action by multiple agencies also highlighted the importance of continuous monitoring and effective enforcement to address problems such as encroachments and illegal parking.
Zero-Tolerance Policy; Drive to Continue
The Delhi Traffic Police has made it clear that illegal occupation of public roads and footpaths, unauthorised commercial activities on roadsides, improper parking and other activities disrupting traffic will not be tolerated. Strict legal action will be taken against violators in accordance with the rules.
The police have also indicated that similar drives will continue across the Eastern Range. The Delhi Traffic Police, MCD and local police will continue working together to keep public spaces free from encroachments, improve traffic discipline and ensure safer roads.
Joint Teams Lead the Campaign
The operation was conducted under the leadership of the Delhi Traffic Police’s Eastern Range, with joint teams from the Delhi Traffic Police, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and local police participating in the drive.
The message from the authorities is clear: roads belong to the public, footpaths are meant for pedestrians, and traffic rules will be strictly enforced.
