Mathura: Irrigation Dept. to Demolish 200 Illegal Houses on Drainage Land

• The Irrigation Department in Mathura is launching a major campaign against illegal encroachments on government drainage land.
• Approximately 200 houses in the Krishnanagar area have been identified and issued a seven-day notice to remove encroachments.
• Forced action, with police assistance, will commence from January 24 if encroachments are not removed, with costs recovered from owners.
• This operation is in compliance with directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) and the Allahabad High Court.
• Encroachments have severely disrupted water drainage, causing waterlogging, environmental issues, and public inconvenience.

Why It Matters: Mathura's Irrigation Department will clear 200 illegal houses on drainage land following NGT and High Court orders.