Crackdown launched against encroachments in Board Bazaar.

PESHAWAR -- The district administration on Tuesday launched a crackdown against illegal encroachers in Board Bazaar and took dozens of handcarts and other things into official possession.

The operation was launched in collaboration with Peshawar Development Authority (PDA) and Capital Metropolitan Government, Peshawar. During the operation, encroachments erected outside shops, particularly on footpaths and roads, were demolished. A heavy contingent of police was also deployed to avert any untoward incident.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Peshawar Shafiullah Khan said encroachments and dozens of handcarts were...