The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) carried out an anti-encroachment drive near L.P. Circle in Shivajinagar, Nerul, removing five illegally installed commercial stalls along the highway adjoining the flyover on November 13, 2026.
The civic action followed complaints from residents and commuters regarding the unauthorised structures, which were reportedly obstructing the movement of vehicles and causing inconvenience to pedestrians. The removal drive was undertaken to clear the affected stretch and address concerns over traffic movement and public accessibility.
The operation was conducted on the directions of NMMC Municipal Commissioner Kailas Shinde, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Sukhdev Yedve, who heads the Encroachment Department. Nerul Administrative Officer Chanda Gaikwad coordinated and led the enforcement exercise.
The civic body deployed substantial manpower and machinery to carry out the operation. Eight labourers, two Hydra cranes, two dumpers and one trailer were pressed into service to dismantle and remove the unauthorised stalls and transport the material from the site.
Personnel from the Nerul Encroachment Department participated in the drive, while security staff and local police provided assistance to ensure the operation was conducted smoothly.
The action forms part of the civic administration’s efforts to address illegal encroachments on public spaces and roads, particularly in areas where unauthorised commercial structures affect traffic flow and pedestrian movement.
The removal of the five stalls is expected to improve accessibility along the stretch near L.P. Circle in Nerul. The civic body undertook the exercise following public complaints, highlighting the role of local grievances in identifying and addressing encroachment-related issues.
NMMC’s enforcement teams continue to oversee such operations across the city to maintain clear public pathways and prevent unauthorised occupation of civic and road spaces.
Source: News Band
