PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government carried out operations to remove illegal encroachments established on the highways in different areas of the province.
In this regard, actions were taken against encroachments at various places including Malam Jabba Road, Bara Bandai, Kumbar Bazaar, Jhakolaia Chowk and Pir Baba Bazaar in District Swat, while also in Tangi Section and Charsadda Bazaar in District Charsadda.
During the operations, illegal encroachments established on highways were removed and roads were cleared of encroachments.
The purpose of these measures is to improve traffic flow on highways, eliminate difficulties faced by the public in commuting and maintain the original limits of roads.
Public circles appreciated the measures to remove encroachments from highways and expressed hope that these operations will improve traffic flow and facilitate citizens in commuting.
On this occasion, officials of the administration and relevant departments said that indiscriminate operations will continue to eliminate illegal encroachments established on highways and government land across the province.
They clarified that effective coordination among relevant institutions will be ensured to keep highways free from encroachments and provide better travel facilities to the public.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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