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Safety-sensitive railway land can’t remain encroached; actions follow Bombay HC directives: WR on Bandra demolition drive
Updated On: 19 May, 2026 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In an official statement, Western Railway said the operation, launched on May 19, follows a legal process spanning several years and is not a sudden or arbitrary action
The railway administration stated that the operation is focused on land located in a 'railway safety zone' adjacent to active track. Pic/ Atul Kamble
Western Railway (WR) on Tuesday said the ongoing encroachment removal drive at Garib Nagar in Bandra East is being carried out in compliance with court directives and is necessary for railway safety and future infrastructure expansion.
In an official statement, WR said the operation, launched on May 19, follows a legal process spanning several years and is not a sudden or arbitrary action.
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