Mumbai’s Bandra remains on edge as the massive Bombay High Court-directed demolition drive enters a decisive Day 3. Authorities say more than 85&#37 of the ₹600 crore Western Railway land has now been cleared in one of the city’s biggest anti-encroachment operations in recent years. The demolition push near the Bandra skywalk witnessed dramatic scenes after protests intensified, leading to heavy stone pelting, police action, detentions, and multiple injuries. Several police personnel and protesters were reportedly hurt during clashes that erupted amid the ongoing clearance operation. Nirmal Nagar Police detained several individuals as rioting and assault cases surfaced following the unrest. WATCH

Mumbai’s Bandra witnessed tense and chaotic scenes after a major anti-encroachment demolition drive by authorities triggered violent protests in Garib Nagar. The operation, carried out on alleged illegal structures built on Western Railway land, quickly escalated into a major law and order situation as angry residents gathered on the streets, blocked roads and clashed with police personnel. Videos from the spot showed heavy police deployment, barricades near Bandra Court, traffic disruptions towards Bandra railway station and protesters hurling stones during the operation. Authorities reportedly identified around 400 illegal structures for removal as part of the large-scale clearance drive. Police later resorted to mild force to control the crowd after tensions spiraled out of control. WATCH